Senior Manager - Safety & Risk Assessment

POSITIONS OBJECTIVE:

The incumbent will manage the Company's risk management protocols and safety procedures for all stores, warehouses and offices. The role is to create a safe work environment and minimize hazards to protect employees from occupational risks and untoward incidents.

He/she will be responsible to create protocols and strategies to mitigate risks. Liaison with stakeholders to ensure adherence to property & equipment insurance, employee safety, emergency preparedness and loss/damage control. Develop and execute health and safety plans, enforce policies, assess risks, evaluate practices and facilities to ensure compliance with legal guidelines and promote a culture of safety.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct assessments to identify, define and analyse possible risks for all stores, warehouses and offices.
• Audit processes and procedures both existing and drafted for risk management to find weaknesses.
• Develop and implement risk management controls and contingency plans, design processes to eliminate or mitigate potential risks.
• Communicate recommendations to management and prepare reports.
• Evaluate employees risk awareness and communicate guidelines to employees.
• Conduct trainings for health and safety measures.
• Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace.
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
• Inspect sites, equipment, machinery, etc. to observe possible unsafe conditions and take necessary corrective actions.
• Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures.
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics.

JOB SPECIFICATION:

Required Experience: 10-12 years (preferably from Retail/ Hospitality) Three (3) years of experience of leading the risk & safety programme.

Educational Qualification: Graduate/ Masters in Safety Management/ Risk Management/occupational health and safety or relevant field.

This is an individual contributor role.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of regulations pertinent to environmental health, safety, and risk management.
• Knowledge of ergonomic principles, hazardous materials handling and disposal, and emergency preparedness practices.
• Knowledge of insurance principles and practices, including claims adjustment and settlements.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and control, experience with auditing and reporting procedures.
• The incumbent should be highly perceptive and methodical.
• Should communicate effectively across levels and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Liaison with different internal & external stakeholders including but not limited to industry analysts, CXO team, customers, external agencies, vendors, inspectors, etc.
• Must have excellent attention to detail observation ability to identify hazards.
• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive correspondence, reports, and other written materials.
• Ability to present proposals and recommendations clearly, logistically, and persuasively.
• Strong excel, data analysis and research skills.
• Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once while delivering high quality work, adhering to standards and meeting deadlines.
• Skilled at exercising tact and diplomacy in dealing with complex and/or escalating situations.