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About the Job
An opportunity has arisen for (UAE National) as Health and Safety Manager to join Health and Safety Team in Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:
- In cooperation with the Group HSE function, assist with the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the HSE management system, programs and processes.
- Co-ordinate and oversee the implementation of Health, Safety and Environment within the respective SBU/SSU.
- Conduct Risk Assessment periodically and ensure identified risks are managed and controlled.
- Chair the monthly HSE committee meeting and raise and deliberate with committee on any HSE issues.
- Monitor trends and recommend pro-active action plans to remedy potential problems.
- Facilitate, investigate and analyse incidents/accident and make sure lessons learned are shared and communicated to the concern parties, verify the continuing implementation and effectiveness of the Operations with regards to HSE.
- Implement and manage Near-Miss reporting and other Hazard Identification programs
- Manage all Occupational Health and Safety & hygiene related matters.
- Review, assist and coordinate all Fire, Life Safety procedures in conjunction with Security & Technical Support departments.
- Carry out investigate all alleged food poisoning cases.
- Assist the F&B team in HACCP implementation and certification.
- Monitor and ensure Health and Safety related equipments are compliant to local legislation and international standards and have the required maintenance and third-party certification.
- Carry out HSE training such as Near Miss, Risk Assessment, Environmental awareness, etc. for all the colleagues.
- Ensure Senior Management involvement and awareness in Health, Safety & Environment Management System (HSEMS) and issues through training, inspections, communications, and direct coaching.
- Manage and coordinate HSE Audit, third party visits related to HSE. This will include visits by the authorities, authorised insurance companies and consultants, ensure all HSE activities are in accordance with the local legislation and Jumeirah Standards, generate projects aimed at the continuous improvement of HSE performance of the SBU/SSU’s Operations.
- Manage and ensure the HSE yearly strategy is implemented by all departments, liaise with HODs to ensure that HSEMS, programs and initiatives meet Jumeirah HSE standards.
- Produce monthly HSE reports and identify trends and occurrences
- Communicate information to relevant parties such as the Executive Committee, Group HSE and insurers.
- Ensure monthly Executive summary is updated and sent with regards to any HSE related matters
- Inspect large function venues to ensure that it falls within the HSE guidelines, including the food hygiene and Fire and Safety
- Observe and report on emergency procedures, drills, practices, etc.
- Communicate frequently with management to report on the status of health and safety, environment.
- Examine Health & Safety related documentation and records to ensure compliance with regulations, standards and good practice.
- Arrange audits of all food and beverage outlets, kitchens and other food related areas
- Check the plans, set up and operations of functions/events taking place both within & outside SBUs
- As directed, carry out food hygiene(& safety/environmental) audits of external suppliers and produce appropriate reports and recommendations
- Investigation of food related complaints, i.e., foreign bodies, suspected/alleged food poisoning/food borne illness, etc.
- Generally check compliance with Food Hygiene & Safety procedures and appropriate legislation/regulations, Jumeirah standards and international good practice.
- Check and report on standards of cleaning and Hygiene within food establishments.
- Carry out other functions or activity as directed by General Manager
About You
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
- Ideally experience in a similar position within a luxury 5 star environment is desirable.
- Minimum 3 years experience in HSE field, with 2 years in managerial role.
- Demonstrated experience working in a high-volume, high-pressure environment.
- have a good knowledge of local and international legislation, standards and best practices.
- Undergraduate in Diploma/ Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health or Environment is desirable
- Certificated of IOSH or NEBOSH or equivalent etc.
- Good level of English
- Effective organisational skills; able to prioritise tasks and self-manage a workload.
- Have a strong background on food hygiene.
About the Benefits
We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, flights home, life insurance, incentive programs, children’s education assistance and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.
