Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya


BOC Kenya Limited is a market leader in industrial and medical gases, welding equipment and consumables, medical equipment and related services.

The Company operates to the highest global standards and has access to the latest in cutting edge research and technologies provided by its parent company, The Linde Group of Germany.

The Company has established subsidiaries in Tanzania and Uganda with a distribution network of resellers within the East African Region.

Candidates are sought to fill the following position based in Nairobi:

SHEQ Manager

The purpose of this role will be to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, group standards and systems.

Key responsibilities:

  • Ensure sustenance of certification to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements and implementation of the associated QMS/EMS/OHS standards to manifest in business improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and group operating practice. Provide guidance with regard to the implementation, improvement and upgrading of the SHEQ system.
  • Develop training matrix for all SHEQ competencies within the region and monitor progress.
  • Provide input into all incidents, recommend corrective actions that address root causes, ensure effective close out of actions and analyse incident trends. Identify lessons from Measure and support the achievement of the behavioural safety roadmap milestones.
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment is created and maintained with commitment to sustaining safety, health, environment and quality objectives.
  • Ensure that the company SHEQ risk profile is reviewed and appropriate mitigation plans are implemented.
  • Conduct risk reviews and ensure identified risks are included in the SHEQ management plans. Follow up on the implementation actions for completion and effectiveness.
Competencies and requirements
  • Tertiary engineering or SHEQ qualification with 5 to 10 years relevant experience.
  • Technical background and working knowledge of the OHS Act, engineering standards and audit procedures.
  • Operational experience within a production or maintenance environment would be an added advantage.
  • Leadership qualities coupled with excellent communication skills, risk management and teamwork orientation.
Applications should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Manager
BOC Kenya Limited
P O Box 18010-00500, 
Nairobi

Closing Date: 5th March 2012