This is a senior leadership role responsible for heading the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) function across multiple manufacturing locations within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. The primary objective is to drive strategic implementation, ensure comprehensive compliance with local and global standards, and champion a proactive zero-harm safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
EHS Strategy & Leadership
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company-wide EHS strategy aligned with local laws, global standards, and organizational objectives.
- Lead EHS governance across all sites, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, international certifications, and corporate standards.
- Champion a zero-harm culture through leadership engagement, awareness, and behavior-based safety initiatives.
Policy Ownership & Compliance
- Own and update all EHS policies, SOPs, and risk mitigation frameworks in alignment with national regulations and global FMCG best practices.
- Ensure full compliance with NEMA, OSHA, DOSHS, fire safety, and environmental impact guidelines.
- Lead internal and external audits, gap assessments, and timely closure of corrective/preventive actions.
QMS & Certification Management
- Take ownership of all Quality Management System (QMS) and integrated management systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, etc.).
- Manage certification audits, renewals, and ensure effective implementation of continuous improvement practices across functions.
Multi-Site Oversight & Reporting
- Oversee EHS operations across all three manufacturing locations, with direct reports from site-level EHS officers/supervisors.
- Set KPIs, conduct reviews, and standardize best practices across locations.
- Ensure day-to-day compliance reporting, incident investigation, and EHS performance tracking from all sites.
Risk Management & Incident Control
- Drive hazard identification, risk assessment (HIRA), and emergency preparedness programs.
- Lead root cause analysis and implement preventive measures for all EHS incidents.
- Conduct regular site safety inspections, mock drills, and environmental monitoring.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the main liaison with local and national regulatory bodies, emergency services, and industry associations.
- Build and maintain strong local contacts to ensure smooth compliance, inspections, and crisis management.
- Engage with community stakeholders on sustainability, environmental, and CSR programs.
Training & Capability Building
- Develop and implement comprehensive EHS training programs for all levels of employees, contractors, and visitors.
- Drive a culture of ownership and accountability through regular awareness campaigns and skill-building sessions.
Qualifications and Skills
To be considered for this role, candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
- NEBOSH / IOSH / OSHA Certification is mandatory.
- Minimum 10+ years of EHS leadership experience, specifically within the FMCG or manufacturing industry.
- Proven experience managing multi-site EHS responsibilities with direct reporting structures.
- Deep understanding of Kenyan EHS laws and global safety/environmental frameworks.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili; possessing strong local professional networks is a significant advantage.
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