Are you passionate about safety management and driving a strong safety culture across diverse markets? We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Market Safety Lead to oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of our Market Fleet safety management systems and programs across Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Diploma in Safety Management or related qualification.
- At least 6 years of experience in safety management; 5 years of fleet safety experience preferred.
- Proficiency in accident investigation techniques (ICAM/RCAT/SCAT/LFI) is advantageous.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Strong integrity and ability to work independently to achieve results.
- Proficiency in English, with strong communication and persuasion skills.
- Experience in incident investigations and reporting.
- Ability to cope with uncertainties in a complex organizational structure and deliver high performance under stress.
- Adaptability to matrix organizations and proficiency in MS Office.
- Demonstrates initiative and innovation.
- Safety Management System Implementation : Lead the implementation of Market Fleet safety management systems in line with established security and market safety principles, practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Drive Safety Culture : Influence and engage management and other business functions to foster a robust Market Fleet safety culture and achieve safety commitments.
- Program Integration and Improvement : Ensure that safety procedures and programs are accepted, supported, and integrated into daily processes, facilitating continual improvement.
- Communication and Visibility : Provide clear direction, capabilities, and communication on safety programs to ensure their success, visibility, and effectiveness.
- Embed Safety Standards : Ensure that environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards and procedures are fully integrated into all operations.
- Fleet Safety Management : Implement the Fleet Safety Management Program (FSMP) to enhance driving behavior's and reduce road traffic accidents in alignment with the global strategy.
- Defensive Driving Training : Support the fleet safety driver training program to promote defensive driving techniques.
- Incident Management and Prevention : Support accident investigations, analyze root causes, prevent recurrence, and maintain records of fleet safety-related incidents while proposing corrective actions.
- OHS and Fleet Safety Audits : Conduct safety audits and develop action plans to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Emergency Response Management : Develop and implement emergency response procedures, coordinate evacuation drills, and manage emergency response teams, including first aid and firefighting teams.
- Performance Monitoring : Monitor safety performance data to ensure data integrity, timely reporting, and act on any performance degradation.
- Incident Response and Reporting : Respond to and report security, market, and fleet safety incidents. Support root cause analysis and implement corrective action plans.
- Program Health Checks : Perform annual program checks to address gaps and non-conformities, ensuring compliance and following up on implementations.
- Employee Engagement : Engage employees across all levels to foster ownership of fleet safety programs.
- Training Delivery : Deliver and supervise all security, market safety, and fleet safety training programs. Maintain up-to-date training records and seek feedback to continuously improve programs and safety culture.
- Communication and Documentation : Provide input for safety briefs, alerts, and instructions, ensuring all safety programs, documents, and training are communicated, current, and available to staff.
