Environmental Health and Safety Manager
- Abuja, FCT
- Permanent
- Full-time
The post holder will be responsible for the implementation of environmental facilities in a timely manner, whilst maintaining a high quality of service making sure that they adhere to all safety regulations. They will need to ensure that once new facilities are installed, there is a continuous maintenance and a clear path to improvement implemented. This will include making sure that regular checks are being made, with a smooth operating function of all facilities for the use of patients, staff and visitors.
This role requires the post holder to be a strong character that has extensive proven experience of overseeing environmental facilities. In addition, the post holder will be expected to provide effective leadership and management on all matters that concern the organization. These may include health and safety regulations, any potential environmental matters etc.Core ResponsibilitiesLeadership
- Lead the EHS team, including safety officers, environmental specialists, and emergency preparedness coordinators.
- Serve as the hospital's primary authority on environmental health and safety issues, advising the executive team and department heads.
- Promote a culture of safety and sustainability throughout the hospital.
- Lead the Department by displaying resilience whilst designing and building a safe environment for all organization's members
- Provide clear and concise leadership to ensure that all facilities are outstanding environments, which are safe for the use of staff to the highest quality delivery of services to patients and external visitors.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive EHS strategy, including policies and procedures for risk management, hazard identification, and emergency response.
- Stay informed of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring the hospital's practices are up-to-date and effective.
- Initiate and lead sustainability projects to reduce the hospital's environmental footprint.
- Responsible for delivering excellent patient focused facilities, which take into account any staff and any feedback from staff and patients.
- Lead the hospital's emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills and coordination with local emergency services.
- Develop and deliver training programs on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and regulatory compliance.
- Manage incident reporting and investigations, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines.
- Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Oversee the hospital's waste management program, including hazardous and biomedical waste disposal.
- Ensure correct governance arrangements, which include the management of finance and regulatory activity where appropriate.
- Act as lead for Equality & Diversity in the Estates and Facilities department to ensure the development and effective implementation of a strategy, set of policies, procedures and monitoring and control systems are in place.
- Work with HR to undertake recruitment, retention, performance management and development of staff in the team.
- Work with the Recruitment Manager to establish connections with appropriate local, international and online communities to nurture a pipeline of talent to support the growth of the company.
- Responsible for development of high potential employees, providing a structured approach to mentoring and developing critical talent at all levels of management.
- Work closely with all hospital departments to ensure compliance with EHS policies and practices.
- Communicate safety information and updates to staff, patients, and visitors in a clear and accessible manner.
- Collaborate with external agencies and regulatory bodies on compliance and reporting issues.
- Supervise the EHS team, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
- Manage the EHS budget and allocate resources effectively to support safety initiatives.
- Provide strong leadership to develop, coach and ensure a high performing team.
- Establish the department goals, objectives and operating procedures.
- Provide solutions and services to the business that retain and increase a competitive advantage within the sector.
- Evaluate, select, and implement new technology/ systems needed to support the organization in reaching its strategic objectives.
standards is an added advantageIn-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations and standardsSkill RequirementsInspirational and visible leader, with first class communication skills, capable of engaging audiences at all levelsWell-developed management skills, with the ability to build and lead large teamsHighly effective influencing and negotiating skills, with the ability to develop partnerships and alliances across a diverse range of stakeholdersFinancially literate and commercially astute, with a sophisticated understanding of commercially orientated performance and financial management including contract managementAbility to think and act strategically, developing practical, innovative and creative solutions to the management of issues and complex problems related to the Estates and Facilities departmentAbility to identify opportunities to improve business outcomes through partnership at all levelsPersonal AbilitiesPolitically astute and resilient, with the ability to manage conflict and ambiguityOutcome focused, with the capability and tenacity to drive the agenda forwardProfessional attitude towards workShares the AMCE's visionProactive and organisedCommitment to clinical governance / improving quality of patient careHas personal and professional credibility and commands the respect of colleagues peersIs supportive and approachable and capable of inspiring confidence in staff membersCommitment to caring for othersAbility to adapt to living in a new country and new culture accordinglyHigh levels of honesty and integrityAdditional InformationAfrican Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice, providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background, gender, race and other protected characteristics.