SHES Specialist

About Orica

At Orica, its the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in , we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

Its an exciting time to join us we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are delighted to announce that we are searching for a knowledgeable and experienced SHES Specialist to join our dedicated and professional Africa SHES team.
As a SHES Specialist you will actively drive, and provide expertise to, the execution of continuous improvements in occupation health, safety, environmental and sustainable matters. Your main focus will be on our manufacturing sites within Africa Region. 
This incredible opportunity will see you support our business in implementing and embedding SHES processes and programs in our daily operations. We expect you to monitor legal and regulatory requirements, trends and events and develop responses as required. We welcome candidates based in Accra, Ghana to apply as this role is remote and will involve travel to our sites/ operations to support and drive the SHES portfolio.

What you will be doing

• Ensure all actions and behaviors are consistent with Oricas Charter Values, Purpose, and Strategy;
• Create, own, and execute regional department-specific Improvement Plans with the support of Group and Site SHES Advisors and Operational Leaders;
• Offer Subject Matter Expert (SME) support to SHES Advisors and Operational Leaders, aiding in the effective implementation of SHES initiatives;
• Oversee and participate in investigations and action plans, ensuring progress is tracked and deadlines are met;
• Develop pathways and implementation plans for Orica Group Standards and Procedures, collaborating with SHES Advisors and Operational Leaders for effective rollout;
• Recognize areas for improvement and develop plans to enable structured and consistent regional implementation and continuous improvement;
• Keep track of regional internal and external requirements, trends, and events, and develop appropriate responses within the area of discipline.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Environment, Safety, Engineering, or related fields, along with a NEBOSH International General Certificate or higher;
• At least 7 years of experience in SHES or related fields within the mining, oil & gas, or FMCG industries, with managerial or people management experience being an added advantage;
• Deep understanding and appreciation of the unique history, culture, communities, and business environment in Ghana and other parts of Africa;
• Willingness and ability to travel significantly, both domestically and internationally, to be visible and engaged at sites within the Africa region;
• Proficiency in Process Safety Management (PSM), permit to work issuance and approval, management of change, major hazards and key controls management, incident reporting and investigation, and internal audit and self-assessment (ISO , & );
• Demonstrate courage, resilience, flexibility, strong stakeholder management, interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to challenge others constructively to resolve issues and conflicts;
• Experience in project management or operational roles, regulatory compliance, development and management of security policies, contractor management, and emergency and crisis management.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyones contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.