Health & Safety Manager

• Leads the development and implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Management system within the Organization at both strategic and operational levels.
• Guides the development of the hazard identification and risk management program and oversees the creation of emergency preparedness and action plans.
• Monitors, interprets, and assesses existing and emerging health and safety regulations and industry best practices to ensure compliance and evaluate business impacts, promoting the necessary implementation.
• Conducts research and external surveys to provide relevant information regarding workplace hazards, and creates operational guidelines, procedures, and training resources to mitigate and control hazards and risks.
• Advises business units on the identification, evaluation, control, and management of hazards across the organization.
• Identifies and manages non-compliance issues and escalates relevant information to the Sr. Manager.
• Leads the evolution of the incident investigation and corrective action management system through data analysis, incident prevention programs, and training.
• Develops and tracks Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the Health and Safety Program.
• Partners with HR and Facilities on wellness and ergonomic initiatives.
• Promotes and sustains a global approach to health and safety training and awareness.
• Leads and sustains OpenText Health and Safety committees.
• Supports COVID response team.
• Develops and manages Emergency Response plans (Fire Prevention, Bomb Threat, Active assailant, Severe weather)
• Partners with internal client groups (i.e.) Facilities, Human Resources, by liaising with government agencies.
• Leads the development and promotion of Health and Safety communications to build awareness and understanding of the health and safety program.
• Assist with global and regional environmental programs as directed

• A University/Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety or a related science/engineering discipline.
• 5 to 10 years’ experience working within Occupational Health and Safety.
• Progressive experience in Health and Safety is required, with demonstrated knowledge and experience controlling the broad spectrum of risks.
• A strong record of accomplishment preventing injuries, developing/implementing robust processes and management systems, and building productive collaborative relationships with internal/external business partners.
• Credentials from Board of Certified Safety Professionals, The National Examination Board
• Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH), or equivalent agency.
• Outstanding collaboration, project management, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong communication skills that support them through the negotiation of successful outcomes with key business leaders
• Strong technical skills and the ability to explain complex issues and requirements in an easily understood manner.
• The ability to apply previous learning and ideas to new situations, projects, and teams, developing creative solutions to manage risk.
• The ability to demonstrate strong business acumen that includes experience working with leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in implementing systems to manage OHS operational risks.
• Experience communicating with country and local Authorities regarding OHS issues.
• Ability to mentor, influence, and advise local employees to achieve positive OHS outcomes
• The ability to produce and maintain timelines, create dashboards, track metrics, and assemble project information into clearly written reports that document findings, actions, and progress.
• Can drive multiple high priority initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to travel internationally if required to support program initiatives.

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