EHS Officer

EHS Officer

O que fazemos

At Kenvue, percebemos o extraordinário poder do cuidado diário. Construída com base em mais de um século de herança e enraizada na ciência, somos a casa de marcas icônicas - incluindo NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL,® LISTERINE,® JOHNSON'S® e BAND-AID® que você já conhece e ama. A ciência é a nossa paixão; O cuidado é o nosso talento.

Quem somos

Nossa equipe global é de ~ 22.000 pessoas brilhantes com uma cultura no local de trabalho onde cada voz é importante e cada contribuição é apreciada. Somos apaixonados por insights, inovação e comprometidos em entregar os melhores produtos aos nossos clientes. Com experiência e empatia, ser um Kenvuer significa ter o poder de impactar milhões de pessoas todos os dias. Colocamos as pessoas em primeiro lugar, nos importamos ferozmente, ganhamos confiança com a ciência e resolvemos com coragem - e temos oportunidades brilhantes esperando por você! Junte-se a nós para moldar nosso futuro - e o seu. Para obter mais informações, clique em aqui.

Role reporta para:

EHS&S MANAGER

Localização:

Europe/ Middle East/Africa, South Africa, West Cape, Cape Town

Local de trabalho:

Totalmente no local

O que você fará

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

EHS Officer

This position reports into the EHS Site Lead and is based in Cape Town.

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who we are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

What will you do

Support the EHS Site Lead for EHS performance at the site. 

• Actively participate in defining the EHS system and maintaining it to achieve EHS objectives.
• Contribute to the development of regulatory compliance plans and continuous improvement projects related to EHS.
• Participate in the deployment of EHS objectives for the site - auditing, analyzing, documenting, and reporting on their implementation and effectiveness by preparation dashboards, reports & management reviews.
• Act as the EHS reference for other departments and regulatory bodies.
• Create, update, and maintain the operating and work instructions for EHS.
• Continuously update the EHS management system.
• Participate in the verification of the compliance with EHS regulations and Kenvue standards. Participate in the dissemination and adaptation of mandatory EHS standards.
• Support management in contact with authorities in EHS relevant areas.
• Support the EHS Site Lead in identification of business impacts of EHS and changes to regulations.
• Execute the Regional & Internal Audit program and ensures timely corrective actions are taken when EHS hazards are identified.
• Collaborate and participate in various EHS committees.
• Carry out risk assessments.
• Collaborate to maintain local ISO certifications (and other voluntary certifications, VPP/OHSAS) 
• Facilitate, implement, plan, and produce material for internal training in EHS, for contractors and fire safety.
• Develop relationships with other functions (e.g., engineering, facilities) to ensure EHS aspects are considered at the beginning of new/changing operations and to manage aspects of external manufacturers, suppliers and contractor programs.
• Participate in the analysis of incident and accidents and good-saves (both bodily and environmental) and contribute to the associated action plans.
• Participate in the definition and execution of CAPA.
• Seek innovative approaches to drive continuous improvement in safety culture and overall EHS program effectiveness.
• Organize evacuation exercises and participate in fire risk prevention, including evaluating risks and following up on internal action plans.
• Participate In the assigned trainings.
• Boots on the ground. Spend a minimum of 40% of operational time on the shopfloor
• Implement EHS Inspection Program
• Execution of all Waste upliftment’s, tracking data and ensure destruction certificates are supplied by service providers.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related technical field.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in environmental, health, and safety roles with demonstrated technical expertise.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with regulators, management, and site personnel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to support reporting and presentations.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing diverse EHS programs encompassing air quality, waste management, chemical handling, and industrial hygiene.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities including the development and implementation of global or multi-site environmental strategies.
• Competency in designing and delivering comprehensive EHS training programs tailored to varied audiences.
• Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Ability to foster and lead communities of practice to enhance environmental and safety competencies across the organization.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams through creative training and awareness campaigns.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups 

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.

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