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SSHE Lead – Go to Market (General & Security), South Africa

UnileverZA

30+ days ago

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Job title : SSHE Lead – Go to Market (General & Security), South Africa

Job Location : Gauteng,

Deadline : October 14, 2025

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To lead and coordinate the integration of Security, Safety, Health, and Environmental (SSHE) practices across the Go to Market (GTM) segment of the Ice Cream business in South Africa. This includes oversight of manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, refrigerated transport, and office environments. The role ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements while proactively managing physical and operational risks, with a strong emphasis on security and business continuity.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Act as the primary SSHE representative across GTM operations in South Africa.

Drive the SSHE agenda aligned with the company’s Zero Harm and environmental goals.

Develop and enforce SSHE and security policies in line with South African legislation and global standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 31000).

Lead business continuity planning and maintain risk registers.

Provide security expertise across manufacturing, logistics, transport, and office environments.

Manage relationships with private security providers and law enforcement.

Monitor regional security risks (e.g., crime, civil unrest, load-shedding) and implement mitigation strategies.

Support office security planning, including new site selection and setup.

Conduct risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.

Ensure compliance with SSHE regulations and internal standards.

Deliver SSHE training and awareness programs.

Analyze SSHE data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

Implement and monitor transport safety initiatives.

Ensure safety of refrigeration systems and warehouse operations.

Conduct safety assessments for events and office environments.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Security, Risk Management, or related field. Military / police academy or international security certifications (e.g., ASIS PSP / CPP) are advantageous.

Experience : 7–10 years in SSHE roles, with demonstrable experience in at least two SSHE functions including security.

Skills

Strong knowledge of South African SSHE legislation and risk landscape.

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.

Proficiency in SSHE systems, reporting, and data analysis.

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