Job Summary
Head of ESGJob Purpose/Summary:
The Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Manager will be responsible for developing and overseeing environmental, social and corporate governance initiatives, policies and procedures. The role will provide expertise on key issues related to environmental and social impact assessments and on sustainability risks in the design, preparation, implementation and supervision of the company’s operations taking into consideration industry best practices and standards.
Main Accountabilities/Purpose
- Develop and manage a comprehensive programme on sustainability and the environment which reflects GTR’s vision and meets our specific commitments on the environment.
- The role will require expertise and understanding of the regulatory framework within which the company operates and to advise on compliance matters helping to ensure that good practice on these issues are embedded in the culture and processes of the company through the delivery of project plans and effective risk management with our staff and network of colleagues and suppliers.
- Play an active role in helping to raise awareness of sustainability and environmental matters among stakeholders through a programme of formal and informal training and regular workshops.
- Monitoring developments in the policy landscape and working with the departmental heads to provide advice on ESG issues that emerge.
- Agree priorities and key performance indicators and establish effective methods for measuring success and reporting on progress.
Regulatory Role
Monitor the effectiveness of Policies, Processes, Procedures and Guides and provide for their updating in line with changes in laws, regulations and company directives;
- Review corporate activities and ensure compliance with E&S Policies, Management Plans and Procedures;
- Provide guidance and advice to HR on the requirements of identifying and implementing local E&S related laws and regulations and monitor the compliance;
- Support the company in driving the education, communication, training, and implementation of Management Systems across the company in all operational areas, including its associated business activities, sub-contractors and supply chains, where relevant.
Environmental, Health and Safety Role
- Work with the departmental managers to identify and develop the appropriate strategies to address the risks and their potential impacts;
- Support the Health & Safety Manager in developing and implementing proper management system for improving the overall EHS performance of the company;
- Support the Health and Safety Manager to develop and steward a robust EHS related Management System in line with international standards and guidelines;
- Develop, implement, monitor, review and test the corporate emergency preparedness response plans in relation to business continuity, disaster recovery, cyber security etc.;
- Takes part in accident/incident investigation and carries out analysis of statistics and suggesting improvement plan and reports on any accidents/incidents and ensures a register of the same is maintained and updated;
- Sound understanding and knowledge of relevant legislation and experience of developing and implementing organisational policies and procedures in relevant areas.
- Demonstrated experience of managing ESG initiatives in different countries at different stages of development.
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills, and a solution-focused approach to work.
- Working with busy teams, need to be able to prioritise tasks, work to tight deadlines and be flexible to changing workloads.
