The Safety & Health Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with OSHA 1994 and related regulations. This role includes identifying hazards, implementing preventive measures, and driving safety programs to reduce workplace risks. Maintaining zero Lost Time Injury (LTI) is a key measure of success.
Specific accountabilities and job functions include:
- Support the development and implementation of OHS policies and programs.
- Advise and train employees on safety-related topics (e.g., noise, machinery use, PPE).
- Conduct risk assessments and enforce preventive and corrective measures.
- Review and update safety procedures to meet legislative requirements.
- Coordinate mandatory OHS activities (e.g., audiometry tests, medical surveillance).
- Inspect workplace conditions and practices to identify hazards or non-conformities.
- Stop any unsafe acts or conditions that pose risks to health and safety.
- Record, investigate, and report incidents, including determining root causes and working with HR on compensation processes.
- Oversee contractor safety management, especially for high-risk activities (e.g., kiln work, confined space entry, shutdowns, heavy machinery).
- Ensure compliance during plant shutdowns, overhauls, and major maintenance activities.
- Enhance plant emergency response readiness ( fire, equipment failures, quarry emergencies).
- Perform any other duties assigned by the company.
