Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Kellanova; Springs; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety initiatives at their Springs facility. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with EHS regulations and corporate goals, developing policies, and conducting audits. You will have the opportunity to participate in global EHS audits and represent the AMEA region in various programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a relevant tertiary qualification and at least 5 years of management experience in the FMCG sector. Join a dynamic team and contribute to creating a safe and compliant work environment.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Participation in global audit teams

Travel opportunities within AMEA

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years management experience in FMCG.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS team to ensure compliance with legal and global policies.
• Develop and implement EHS strategies and budgets.
• Investigate incidents and manage reporting compliance.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Customer focus

Planning

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Title : EHS Manager

Function & Business Unit : Supply Chain, EHS

Location : Springs

Reports to : Supply Chain Director

The role

• The position provides leadership and technical expertise to achieve EHS legal compliance and corporate goals for EHS performance. Ensures compliance with EHS policies and applicable regulations through partnership with all functions & local management in SA.
• Develops and delivers effective global and local policies, procedures, auditing, training, communications, and educational materials to promote understanding, appreciation, and adherence to safe operating practices throughout the workplace, ensuring compliance with Kellanova standards and government regulations.

Location of the role

The position is full-time at Kellanova Springs plant. One day a month requires travel to the Head office in Woodmead for EHS responsibilities to ensure compliance.

Brief overview of the team

The EHS team includes a full-time EHS business partner.

Work Environment

Work in a manufacturing facility, which may require working more than standard hours and on different shifts.

Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, balancing conflicting priorities and providing clear direction.

Work may include shift work in noisy and dusty environments.

Maintain Kellogg Company’s reputation by ensuring products are of premium quality to satisfy customers.

Exciting aspects of the role

• Opportunity to participate in the EHS global audit team, requiring travel within AMEA to conduct audits.
• Potential to represent the AMEA EHS region in the global Community of Practice (COP), leading or participating in various programs such as management systems and audits.

Career growth opportunities

• Accelerated growth can lead to roles such as leading EHS global audits and COP initiatives.
• Next career step: MENAT SSA EHS Manager.

Unique benefits/perks

A taste of what you'll do:

Strategic Management

• Develop and lead plant-specific environmental, health, and safety strategies to meet key performance goals.
• Set and manage budgets.
• Prioritize environmental, health, and safety plan requirements for SA.

EHS Management

• Lead the EHS team to ensure compliance with legal, global, and site policies.
• Develop and review policies to ensure comprehensive environmental, health, and safety services.
• Drive the EHS Centre of Excellence (COE) to advance the KWS journey at Springs.
• Support all KWS Pillars in all elements.
• Prepare for and manage all relevant global and external audits, implementing recommendations.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Provide leadership to manufacturing, maintenance, quality, R&D, planning, and project teams.
• Investigate environmental incidents, accidents, hazards, and risks, recommending preventative measures.
• Research best practices in safety systems and recommend improvements.
• Implement and track recommendations.
• Assess training needs and liaise with relevant teams for implementation.
• Manage developments to management systems to align with business objectives.
• Optimize resources and reduce costs.
• Support regional EHS audits and global programs.
• Develop EHS strategy and budget plans.
• Manage contracts related to EHS functions.
• Investigate incidents, ensure reporting compliance, and maintain records.
• Handle environmental metrics and regulatory reporting.
• Respond to external stakeholder concerns regarding environmental issues.
• Implement initiatives to reduce energy, water usage, emissions, and waste.
• Represent Kellogg in external forums and maintain fire safety arrangements.

Security Management

• Participate in regional security efforts as Business Security Coordinator.
• Manage security contracting teams and ensure compliance with standards.
• Assess risks and implement preventive systems.
• Conduct security assessments and training, analyze incidents, and lead security meetings.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with South Africa legislation and global policies.
• Participate in incident management teams.

People Management

• Manage labor relations, resolve employee issues, and oversee disciplinary procedures.
• Manage performance and develop succession plans.
• Plan employee training and development programs.

Candidate profile

Education & experience

A relevant tertiary qualification and a minimum of 5 years management experience in FMCG.

Qualifications and skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Results-oriented with strong planning, decision-making, and customer focus.
• Leadership, training, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and operate within a matrix structure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge

• MS Excel and PowerPoint in-depth knowledge.
• Understanding of continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of security standards, fire safety, and FMCG industry standards.