Vacancy

A minimum of 5 years total relevant experience is required, working in either plant operations or maintenance roles and/or working independently in an EHS support or functional role.

Engineering background and Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent qualification with demonstrated relevant technical experience.

A formal EHS&Q Uzbekistan qualification is mandatory, if not available then every effort has to be taken that it is obtained within the shortest possible time.

Good understanding of 1-2 additional Health & Safety specialist subjects such as Pressure Systems, Mechanical Integrity, Confined Space entry, Working at Height, Cranes and Lifting.

Good understanding of the principles of Change Management and in principle anthropology, in relation to ensure the EHS message reach all target audiences. In depth understanding of relevant legislation such as Environmental, labor and dangerous goods management.

A broad knowledge of EHS management systems and of the processes, technologies and equipment in use on industrial sites and their potential hazards is essential.

Excellent communication and influencing skills are a major requirement for the job holder.

The job holder will provide support and facilitate the implementation of the company's EHS&Q Management System and national legislation across all of the business by providing timely, accurate and pertinent EHS support including: training, BSP coaching, site-work risk assessments, accident and incident investigation and its processes, environmental compliance advice; introducing new standards and processes where needed, proactive issue management which will effect the EH&S management system together with review of, and assistance in applying, safe systems of work.

Success in this position is dependent on strong interpersonal and influencing skills, sound judgement, operational and technical credibility, initiative, hands on mentality, implementing change, together with a good understanding of the products, processes, markets and businesses served.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provision of timely, accurate and relevant EHS&Q specialist advice and site support including: Training, Site Assessments, Accident and Incident Investigation, review of and assistance in applying Safe Systems of Work. Provision of on-site support to operating facilities in extraordinary circumstances e.g. during major projects, complex shutdown activities or major modifications. Deliver (classroom) training in accordance with EH&S objectives. Provision of EHS support to develop successful partnerships with long term contract companies and their staff. Provide ongoing BSP coaching and assessment for all levels of the organisation.

Facilitate the implementation of new or revised Global or local company EHS&Q Standards and training materials; to participate when requested in the revision of the Global material.

Implement all standards and requirements (like ISO9000) and assist in HAZOP and safety requirements with new production developments

Lead and assist Line Management to ensure that all incidents are adequately investigated, and effective corrective actions are implemented. For High Significance incidents engage personally and directly with RCA team to ensure thorough and consistent approach, especially regarding behavioural safety - individual Performance Factors.

Assist in the integration of new acquired acquisitions.

When requested, represent our company and participate in working groups of external industry associations.

Assist in developing risk assessments necessitated by high-risk activity or by deviation from established base policy, working with Process Safety and Central Technical resources as required.

Provide aid and support as a Subject Matter Expert in nominated specialist H&S topics to teams within the company.

When requested, work with the commercial, engineering and marketing teams to ensure that new products, applications and initiatives comply with global and local Company standards and legislation, and that all aspects of their operational implementation (including customer environments and shared responsibilities) are fully considered and addressed.

Develop safety initiatives to address observed trends in incident or other safety data and manage their implementation develops and implements proactive initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards ultimately ensuring that the overall site environment effectively provides the right place to work.

Participating in the EH&S self-assessment and Audit process and, together with Line Management, identify and implement preventive or corrective actions arising from those audits.

Monitor and interpret new and emerging EH&S legislation, and industry codes of practice that impact on existing (and where advised, on future potential) activities.

Good command / effective operational proficiency in both Uzbek, Russian and English language.