Team Leader, Occupational Health

JOB PURPOSE 

The job holder will oversee all aspects of occupational health and environmental management within the organization. This role involves implementing policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading initiatives to create a safe and sustainable work environment. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Strategic objectives: Provide support for developing, tracking, and ensuring proper implementation of Borouge HSEMS Strategic Objectives in the field of Occupational Health (OH) & Industrial Hygiene (IH) Management and environment.  

• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks. Maintain accurate records of risk assessments and follow-up actions. Participate in health and safety studies, provide technical advice, coordinate assessments, and review documents to ensure occupational health, food safety, and welfare in Borouge facilities. 

• Training: Organize and conduct training sessions for employees on occupational health and environmental practices, including emergency response, incident management, and sustainability practices. Ensure that employees are well-informed and equipped to follow safety protocols. Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make improvements as needed. 

• Incident Management: Participate in injury, work-related illness cases, environment and non-accidental death investigations. Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence and improve workplace safety. Ensure timely reporting and documentation of incidents.  

• Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with all local, state, and federal environmental and occupational health regulations. Monitor changes in regulations and update policies and practices as necessary to maintain compliance. Conduct internal audits to verify compliance and readiness for external inspections. 

• Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on occupational health and environmental performance to senior management. Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to support decision-making processes. Maintain comprehensive records and documentation. 

• Sustainability Initiatives: support sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing the organization's environmental footprint. Implement programs to promote resource conservation, waste reduction, and energy efficiency. Collaborate with other departments to integrate sustainability into business operations. 

• Environmental Monitoring: Oversee environmental monitoring programs, including air and water quality assessments, soil testing, and waste management. Ensure that environmental impacts are minimized and managed effectively.  

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote a culture of health, safety, and environmental responsibility. Engage with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and community organizations to stay informed about best practices and emerging trends. Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and public forums. 

• Budget Management: Oversee the budget for occupational health and environmental programs. Ensure cost-effective allocation of resources and manage expenditures within approved budgets. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. 

• Innovation and Improvement: Stay updated on the latest developments and technologies in occupational health and environmental management. Implement innovative solutions and best practices to enhance the effectiveness of health and environmental programs. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. 

Borouge Corporate Responsibilities 

• To keep abreast and knowledgeable about his / her role contribution towards the areas of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Sustainability, Energy Management, Ethics & Regulations, and Quality Management and its respective policies, frameworks, procedures, and objectives.  

• Comply, support, and enrich the culture and understanding of it through his / her communications with internal and external contacts. 

• Participate and contribute to the design, development and establishment of an Integrated Risk Management Framework within the Unit while identifying and assessing relevant domain risks and implement measures to manage and mitigate all identified risks within the function. 

• Ensure corporate business ethics and the Company’s Code of Conduct are communicated to employees within the function in compliance with the Corporate Policies and guidelines. 

HSE Excellence 

• Keep abreast and knowledgeable on the updates for Health, Safety, Environment, Crisis Management, and Risk Registers for all the performed processes, projects, and activities within the operating zone. 

• Promote, communicate, and lead by example all the safety-related communications, updates, standards, and any related topics with co-workers and within any interface. 

• Contribute to provide timely feedback and recommendations to leverage a risk-free environment to ensure the ultimate goals of safe workplace. 

Departmental Plans 

• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned processes / area to meet functional objectives. 

• Provide input for preparation of the section / department budgets and assist in the implementation of the approved Budget and work plans to deliver the respective objectives.  

• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the section / department in line with the company’s performance framework, and KPIs. 

• Analyze and address any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control. 

• Review, prepare, and recommend the required reports on work activities, projects, processes, etc. to next level manager in line with business requirements. 

Processes & Systems 

• Implement approved the respective policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures to support execution of the work programs. 

• Perform analysis on the respective processes and activities to ensure timely availability of the data analysis within the respective area. 

• Train and develop the assigned staff in relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives. 

• Provide feedback on updating and implementation of new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of processes. 

• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function. 

• Adhere to professional business relations and commercial responsibilities in the areas of customer delight, data confidentiality, business communications and representation, and Borouge’s corporate image. 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS 

Minimum Qualification 

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health or any equivalent medical, science or engineering disciplines. 

• Excellent communication skills (Essential); Good command in English. 

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills 

• Minimum 7 - 10 years of experience in implementing OH & Industrial hygiene standards, codes and work practices/ procedures in oil/gas and petrochemical applications. 

• Experience in anticipation, recognition and evaluation, control and confirm protection of health hazard agents (physical, chemical, biological, agronomical & psychosocial). 

• Experience in developing and executing HSE audits and inspections and performing data analysis. 

• UAE valid driving license is essential. 

Professional Certifications  

• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent 

• Occupational Health professional qualified to an internationally recognized standard (CIH, BOHS, etc.)