Health and Safety Specialist

About the position:

KT&G Global Kazakhstan is looking for a Health and Safety Specialist in our HO in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and enforce health, safety, and environmental policies for all company operations.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with internal and external safety regulations.
• Oversee and monitor safety training programs and implement new training as needed.
• Collaborate with regional sales teams to assess and mitigate safety risks, especially related to vehicle operations.
• Ensure the organization meets all legal and regulatory requirements concerning occupational health, safety, and environmental protection.
• Promote a culture of safety within the company and encourage employees to proactively identify and address potential safety hazards.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, ensuring proper reporting and corrective actions.
• Advise management on potential risks and suggest improvements to work processes to increase safety and reduce environmental impact.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental management, preferably within FMCG, tobacco, or a similar industry.
• Solid understanding of local and international HSE regulations.
• Strong communication and training skills.
• Experience in risk assessment and the development of safety programs.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety regulations is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Fluent in Kazakh, Russian.
• English level is Upper-intermediate.