Safety Engineer

Employer Overview

A recently established tobacco manufacturing company specializing exclusively in the production of premium international tobacco products. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Job Summary

The Safety Engineer is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment by implementing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations. The role involves identifying potential hazards, developing safety protocols, and promoting a culture of safety across all manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures in compliance with local and international HSE regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and workplace inspections to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure safe design and operation of manufacturing processes.
• Provide safety training and awareness programs for employees at all levels.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, prepare reports, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain updated knowledge of HSE laws, standards, and best practices relevant to the tobacco manufacturing industry.
• Coordinate emergency response plans and safety drills.
• Use AutoCAD to review and propose safety improvements related to plant layout and machinery positioning.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and facilitate audits and inspections.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and encourage employee engagement in health and safety initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Safety, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field).
• 3-5 years of experience in safety engineering within manufacturing, industrial, or engineering sectors.
• Familiarity with tobacco or related manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Proactive attitude toward safety and compliance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of HSE regulations and standards.
• Competency in conducting risk assessments and safety audits.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for reviewing plant safety layouts.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Very good command of English (written and spoken).
• Ability to analyze complex safety issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Capacity to lead safety training sessions and communicate technical information clearly.
• Strong capability to manage multiple safety projects simultaneously.