The EHS Specialist is responsible for ensuring a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace by identifying, assessing, and controlling workplace risks. The role supports compliance with occupational health, safety, environmental legislation, and PepsiCo's Global Environment, Health & Safety Management System (GEHSMS) standards.
Responsibilities
Safety Management
Implement and maintain health, safety, and environmental procedures and programs.
Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and non-conformances.
Track and close corrective and preventive actions.
Promote a strong safety culture through employee engagement and awareness campaigns.
Compliance & Governance
Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation and environmental regulations.
Maintain ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and PepsiCo GEHSMS requirements.
Keep safety records, legal registers, permits, and documentation up to date.
Support internal and external audits and inspections.
Training & Development
Coordinate EHS training programs and inductions.
Maintain training matrices and competency records.
Coach managers and employees on safe work practices and procedures.
Environmental Management
Monitor environmental compliance requirements.
Support waste management, energy conservation, and sustainability initiatives.
Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective actions.
Emergency Preparedness
Develop and maintain emergency response plans.
Coordinate emergency drills and evacuation exercises.
Ensure readiness of emergency equipment and response teams.
Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Professional certifications in Safety Management are advantageous.
Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and relevant health and safety legislation.
Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or FMCG environments preferred.