Reference: AF00029
Job Family: Manufacturing
About us
The role
We are looking for a dynamic Cluster OHSE Manager to lead and coordinate Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHSE) efforts across our GSC operations in Africa and the Indian Ocean. This role is pivotal in driving the implementation of our global OHSE strategy, supporting factory-based advisors, and ensuring continuous improvement in safety performance and culture.
Location: Brussels (Belgium), Ain Harrouda (Morocco), Abidjan or Bouaké (Ivory Coast)
Contract Type: Local contract
Key accountabilities
- Act as the technical and strategic OHSE advisor to the Head of Operations – Cluster Africa and collaborate with senior leaders.
- Champion the implementation of the GSC OHSE Strategy, ensuring alignment and consistency across all sites.
- Monitor performance, lead governance audits, and support compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Facilitate cross-site coordination, coaching, and mentoring of factory OHSE teams.
- Lead incident investigations, compliance audits, and drive root cause analysis.
- Provide expert input into projects, investments, and change management processes.
- Prepare and present monthly performance reports to Cluster and Regional leadership.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Skills & experience
Essential:
- Recognized OHSE qualification (minimum NEBOSH IGC or equivalent).
- Experience in manufacturing environments with a strong influence on safety culture.
- Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 14001 / ISO 45001.
- Strong knowledge of international OHSE standards and legal frameworks.
- Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).
- Excellent communication, coaching, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work in a matrixed, multicultural environment.
Desirable:
- Membership in a professional OHSE development scheme.
- Experience managing OHSE at a regional or cluster level.
- Familiarity with Lean principles and integrated management systems.
- Practical experience in contractor management and ESG-related initiatives.
What we offer
Next steps
Interested applicants should submity their CV (cc Line manager) to Laila.Essaket@impbrands.com by 7 August 2025