Background

Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country's leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars; employing more than 9000 employees. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group; a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and entrenchment of systems, best practices, minimum standards, policies, processes, tools, technology and enablers, ensuring integration across Energy, Water and Environmental (EWE) elements
• Conduct workplace risk assessments to identify health hazards (e.g., noise, chemicals, ergonomics) to monitor the effects of workplace exposures. Implement ongoing surveillance programs to identify health risks.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses making use of the relevant investigation tool which will be determined according to the severity of the matter.
• Facilitate processes, interventions and programmes to determine and address business risk in EWE.
• Provide technical support to sites for adherence to specific EWE legislative requirements (e.g. air quality, water use, waste management and effluent permits).
• Acting as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and partners on environmental issues.
• Build capability in EWE through mentorship and coaching, and implementation of programmes to build competence and commitment across levels and functions.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo's procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competitive Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences and Management or a related field.
• 5+ years environmental/compliance experience, with a strong understanding of Environment regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and developing environmental policies and programs.

Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.

SUGAR IS OUR BUSINESS BUT PEOPLE ARE OUR SWEETEST ASSETS.

THRIVING COMMUNITIES

• Lead the implementation and entrenchment of systems, best practices, minimum standards, policies, processes, tools, technology and enablers, ensuring integration across Energy, Water and Environmental (EWE) elements
• Conduct workplace risk assessments to identify health hazards (e.g., noise, chemicals, ergonomics) to monitor the effects of workplace exposures. Implement ongoing surveillance programs to identify health risks.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses making use of the relevant investigation tool which will be determined according to the severity of the matter.
• Facilitate processes, interventions and programmes to determine and address business risk in EWE.
• Provide technical support to sites for adherence to specific EWE legislative requirements (e.g. air quality, water use, waste management and effluent permits).
• Acting as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and partners on environmental issues.
• Build capability in EWE through mentorship and coaching, and implementation of programmes to build competence and commitment across levels and functions.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo's procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competitive Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments
• Proficiency in incident investigations
• Proficiency in developing environmental policies and programs

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences and Management or a related field.
• 5+ years environmental/compliance experience, with a strong understanding of Environment regulations and standards.