Safety Manager

Description du poste

The Safety Manager is responsible for implementing and continuously improving the site's Health & Safety Management System. He/she supports operational teams in fostering a strong safety culture based on leadership, critical risk management, and operational excellence, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Implement, promote, and ensure the effective application of the Health & Safety Management System across the entire site ;
  
• Advise and support Site Management and operational leaders on Health & Safety matters ;
  
• Promote a strong safety culture and develop safety leadership throughout the organization ;
  
• Ensure the identification, assessment, and effective control of risks associated with mining operations ;
  
• Lead critical risk management programs and major hazard prevention initiatives ;
  
• Plan and oversee HSE inspections, audits, and compliance assessments ;
  
• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near misses, ensuring effective follow-up of corrective actions ;
  
• Define, monitor, and analyze Health & Safety performance indicators and prepare management reports ;
  
• Oversee safety training, awareness, and competency development programs ;
  
• Ensure HSE compliance of contractors and subcontractors ;
  
• Lead emergency preparedness activities and ensure the effectiveness of emergency response systems ;
  
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure compliance with legal requirements and Group standards ;
  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Health & Safety Management System.

Required Skills :

• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety Management Systems, particularly ISO 45001 ;
  
• Proficiency in risk identification, assessment, and control methodologies (JSA/JHA, HAZID, Bow-Tie, or equivalent) ;
  
• Solid knowledge of incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis methodologies ;
  
• Excellent understanding of critical risks in mining environments, including working at height, confined spaces, lifting operations, LOTO, explosives, mobile equipment, geotechnical hazards, and contractor management ;
  
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety regulations applicable to mining operations ;
  
• Strong leadership skills, with a visible field presence and the ability to foster a proactive safety culture ;
  
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills ;
  
• Strong communication, facilitation, and change management capabilities ;
  
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment, with strong organizational skills and a results-oriented mindset ;
  
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, HSE, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent discipline ;
  
• A recognized professional certification (NEBOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor/Lead Implementer, IOSH, or equivalent) is considered an asset ;
  
• Minimum of 10 years of Health & Safety experience, including at least 5 years in the mining industry or another high-risk industry ;
  
• Proven experience in critical risk management, contractor management, and supporting field operations.

Position based in the South-East region, requiring willingness to relocate and geographic mobility.