Who we are:
GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.
What you'll be doing:
The role holder is responsible for participating in the implementation of Health and Safety best practices across the Group, ensuring that GMG complies with all the current health and safety (H&S) legislations. The role holder is also responsible for executing the H&S operational tasks including, facility visits, conducting Health and Safety Inspections, conducting Health and Safety Incident Investigations, conducting Risk Assessments, conducting training sessions, conducting emergency drills, coordinating with the vendors and the government agencies and regular documentation and reporting for the initiative undertaken by the Department and/or issues/accidents encountered.
What we need:
- Conduct Health and Safety inspections at designated sites as per the inspection schedule, prepare inspection reports, and provide management with action plans to address observations. Maintain tracker for open action items and perform follow-up visits to ensure compliance.
- Review contractor risk assessments and permit-to-work applications, providing feedback to ensure alignment with safety standards.
- Conduct risk assessments for site operations and activities, generating comprehensive reports with findings and recommendations.
- Investigate all reported near misses and accidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
- Organize periodic Health and Safety committee meetings with Business Units (BU) to review and enhance H&S performance.
- Prepare and submit monthly Health and Safety reports detailing completed activities, inspection results, training sessions conducted, and incident investigation analyses.
- Plan and conduct emergency response drills in accordance with the drill schedule.
- Contribute to the development of Health and Safety strategies and internal policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, international standards, and industry best practices.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive Health and Safety program aimed at preventing workplace injuries and property damage.
- Coordinates Liaise with government agencies to stay updated on legislative requirements, compliance measures, and policy changes. Develop and maintain a legal register to track adherence to all applicable H&S regulations.
- Stay informed about evolving industry regulations and ministry guidelines, ensuring timely communication of updates across departments and the organization.
- Collect and analyze data on Health and Safety performance metrics for the Group, Business Units, and Departments, generating internal reports for review and continuous improvement.
- Identify training needs related to Health and Safety and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to organize targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Provide support to Business Units during emergency situations and assist in crisis management in coordination with authorities and crisis management teams.
- Act as a liaison with Health and Safety regulatory authorities during site visits and audits.
- Ensure implementation of H&S compliance requirements in coordination with Business Units and prepare sites for external Health and Safety audits conducted by third-party certification bodies or client representatives.
Functional/Technical Competencies:
Health and Safety (H&S) policies and procedures development
H&S Auditing,
H&S Training,
H&S Risk Assessment,
Drills and Emergency Preparedness,
H&S Compliance Management,
H&S Incident Investigation.
Effective communications skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheet
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, or Engineering or related/equivalent field
Experience:
- A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience with at least 4 years in Health and Safety department for a large, diversified organization
Certifications:
- NEBOSH IGC Certification is mandatory.
- Valid UAE car driving license is mandatory.