📄 JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: QHSE Director

Location: Multipurpose Industrial Terminal of San Pedro (TIPS), Côte d’Ivoire

Reporting to: General Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Status: Executive

🎯 Main Mission

The QHSE Director defines, implements, and manages the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment policy of the terminal. He/she ensures that all operations comply with applicable standards, customer requirements, best industrial practices, and the company’s commitments to sustainable development, safety, and environmental protection.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

1. QHSE Policy Implementation

• Define the QHSE strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Design and update the integrated management system (quality, safety, environment).
• Set QHSE targets and monitor action plans.

2. Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance

• Identify, assess, and mitigate professional, environmental, and industrial risks.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and national/international regulations.
• Coordinate audits, regulatory inspections, and internal controls.
• Conduct regulatory and normative watch.

3. Operational Oversight

• Implement QHSE procedures and tools adapted to port and industrial activities.
• Lead audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement actions.
• Monitor QHSE performance indicators (KPIs).
• Actively participate in management and HSE committees.

4. Awareness & Training

• Promote a strong safety culture across all levels.
• Develop and deliver QHSE awareness and training programs.
• Support teams in adopting procedures and standards.

5. Team Leadership

• Manage the QHSE department (officers, engineers, supervisors).
• Set objectives, evaluate performance, and support team development.

🧩 Profile Requirements

Education:

• Master’s degree or Engineering qualification in QHSE, Risk Management, or equivalent.

Experience:

• 7–10 years of experience in a similar role in an industrial or port setting.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of QHSE standards and local regulations (ANDE, CIAPOL, CNPS, etc.).
• Strong application of ISPS Code
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and risk analysis tools (e.g., HAZOP, AMDEC).
• Proven experience in crisis management, audits, and compliance reporting.
• Proficiency in office tools and QHSE software.

Soft Skills:

• Leadership, discipline, and anticipation.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Analytical thinking and teamwork.
• High ethical standards and personal integrity.

📌 Position Specifics

• Based in San Pedro, with frequent field presence.
• High sensitivity to safety, environmental, and compliance issues.
• Availability required in case of major incidents.
• Regular interaction with port authorities, environmental agencies, industrial clients, and subcontractors.