Safety Coordinator

Main Function:

To support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health and safety programs across multiple integrated sites. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, promotes a strong safety culture, and minimizes workplace risks, incidents, and operational disruptions.

Safety Program Implementation

Assist in deploying CB policies, procedures, and standards across all locations

Support site-level safety plans aligned with organizational goals

Ensure consistency of safety practices across integrated operations

Regulatory Compliance

Monitor compliance with local and international occupational safety regulations

Support audits, inspections, and certification processes (e.g., HACCP, ISO standards)

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving safety legislation

Risk Management

Conduct hazard identification, risk assessments, and job safety analyses

Assist in developing and implementing control measures

Track and reduce high-risk activities within production, warehousing, and logistics

Incident Management

Investigate incidents, near-misses, and non-conformances

Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions

Maintain incident records and reporting systems

Training & Awareness

Deliver/Coordinate safety training programs (e.g., PPE, equipment safety, emergency response)

Support onboarding of new employees with safety orientation

Promote safety awareness campaigns across sites

Site Coordination

Act as a liaison between multiple facilities to ensure alignment of safety practices

Conduct regular site visits and inspections

Support local safety teams and supervisors

Emergency Preparedness

Assist in developing and testing emergency response plans

Coordinate drills (fire, chemical spill, evacuation)

Ensure readiness of emergency equipment and teams

Data & Reporting

Track safety KPIs (TRIR, LTIFR, near-miss reporting, audit scores)

Prepare reports for management review

Use data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

Knowledge of occupational health regulations

Risk assessment and incident investigation techniques

Familiarity with safety management systems

Behavioral Competencies

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail and analytical thinking

Ability to influence safety culture across diverse teams

Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Operational Skills

Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities

Strong organizational and reporting skills

Proficiency in safety data systems and reporting tools

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, Experience

Tertiary education in Business Administration or Management Studies or Human Resources.

Competent in the use of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Proficiency in preparing suitable training programs for EHSS,QA and other employees as needed

Possess good presentation skills to conduct training and presentation

OHS/ ISO 45000 knowledge would be an asset

Sound knowledge of computer applications.

Ability to interview and counsel employees, particularly in regard to health and wellness issues and practices