What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Safety Security and Environmental manager (HSSE) – Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project NJ USA position at APM Terminals?
About APM Terminals
A. P. Moller – Maersk Group is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the group operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people.
As part of A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, APM Terminals has been lifting standards for developing and operating advanced ports and container terminals for over half a century (as an independent division since January 2001). Now, with 60 strategically located ports and container terminals around the globe and several more in development APM Terminals is lifting the standard of efficiency, responsibility , connectivity: proactively in our industry.
For more than a century, A.P. Moller-Maersk has had close ties with the Port of New York and New Jersey. We made our first vessel call in New York in 1915 and opened our first international office in Manhattan shortly after. In 1928, we started Maersk Line, and soon the piers in Brooklyn became home. By 1975, we had established our first dedicated container terminal at Pier 51 through our work with the Port of New York and New Jersey.
APM Terminals Elizabeth currently handles over 25% of the annual container throughput in the port complex, supported by more than 1,100 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA).
The Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project
APM Terminals and the Port of New York and New Jersey recently reached an agreement on the lease extension for APM Terminals Elizabeth through 2062. This extension paves the way for major infrastructure investments which will enhance capacity and transport velocity, create jobs and strengthen the economy.
APM Terminals will invest significantly in Port Elizabeth over the coming years to decarbonize its operations and enhance cargo-handling capacity at its 345-acre terminal. APM Terminals has also committed to the replacement and maintenance of all wharf and berth structures. This investment supports the Port Authority’s Port Master Plan 2050, which anticipates cargo volumes doubling or tripling by mid-century.
Looking to the future, APM Terminals Elizabeth envisions a larger, more efficient container terminal. Planned upgrades include the optimization of the terminal layout, electrification of container handling equipment, and future-proofing container berths.
In light of this development, APM Terminals Elizabeth is expecting to receive the sub-award of a Clean Ports Program Grant to partially fund these developments. This sub-award needs to be actively managed and sustained for compliance and project success.
PURPOSE:
As key part of a project management team, APM T erminals Elizabeth is looking for a Project HSSE Manager to lead the project Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) discipline for the Port Elizabeth upgrade project.
In this leadership role, you will oversee the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (H S SE) strategies at the Port Elizabeth upgrade project . You will ensure full compliance with local legislation, corporate standards, and industry best practices to safeguard people, property, and the environment. Your key metric will be to drive everyone to a higher level of engagement on HSSE and proactively adres issues before they arise with a positive HSSE culture.
The project consist of a full overhaul of an operating facility. HJSSE focus areas will be on physical construction surrounded b y and active heavy industry operating environment . Active change management as the project will bring a new setup and drive constant change as it occurs.
Key Responsibilities:
Topic
HSSE Culture
Leading of the HSSE function including team leadership and leading through influence.
Foster a proactive and continuous improvement of the health and safety culture.
Implementation of APM Terminals ‘Fatal 5’ Program.
Explore the conditions that shape behavior and understand what makes safe work difficult
Create spaces for open dialogue about everyday challenges, enabling a nuanced view of HSSE risks.
Strategic Planning
Define the HSSE vision and time strategy for the project in line with the overall APM Terminals HSSE strategy and Project execution guidance .
Draft and implement the HSSE management plan aligned with APM Terminals HSSE framework and local regulations.
Establish a HSSE legal- and requirement register for the project activities
Establish HSSE goals, targets, and objectives for the entire project lifecycle.
Prepare the HSSE annual reviews and the annual plan for the project Activities
Risk Management
Proactively identify , assess, and manage HSSE risks and opportunities.
Ensure project and supply chain compliance with HSSE roles and responsibilities.
Support key project processes such as risk reviews, KPI reporting, and methodology evaluation.
Develop an assurance program with audits, inspections, safety tours, and consequence management.
Incident Management
Ensure transparent incident reporting to the required stakeholders both internally and externally , through relation building and meaningful conversations.
Facilitate learning-focused reviews that seek to understand the context and system conditions
Monitor supplier incident reporting quality and timeliness.
Lead i ncident investigations for high potential and High severity incidents in line with legal guidance
Capturing and sharing knowledge from incidents as applicable .
Emergency Management
Align emergency preparedness and crisis communication protocols with legal function , external authorities and terminal operations.
Oversee effective response organization across the Terminal, contractors and suppliers.
Control of contractors
Embedding safety in supply chain , and assessing HSSE capabilities before contracting suppliers
Ensure that HSSE Project Specifications are embedded in contracts
Review HSSE inputs from current and potential suppliers during procurement.
Ensure contractors meet safety standards and are introduced effectively with clear expectations.
Perform Inspections and Audits and ensure that actions are tracked and followed up.
Monitor both proactive and reactive health performance across the supply chain.
Reporting & Communication
Prepare regular H S SE Reports as required for the project internally and externally
HSSE KPI set-up & reporting
Support the Project Director with internal and external HSSE reporting and communication.
Facilitate collaboration and two-way dialogue among all project stakeholders.
Embed HSSE in the project meeting structure.
Project management and terminal operations
Understand the scope of the works being performed
Coordinate interfaces and high-risk activities through planning, and Permit to work
Training, coaching, contractor HSSE organisations to assure they will meet our HSSE requirements and work within our HSSE culture.
Ensure open and transparent work with the frontline
Be present when challenging activities are being performed
Arrange and support v isitor logistics and access to the terminal and project site
Stakeholders and Reports
Direct reporting: Elizabeth Expansion Project Director
Functional reporting: Global Project Execution Senior HSSE Business Partner
Geographical scope: Local (Port Elizabeth, USA)
Qualifications , Skills, and Experience :
Relevant professional experience:
10 years minimum, managing and monitoring an outsourced supply chain in heavy industry construction or asset delivery sector. Preferably both Contractor and Client experience
Accountability in HSSE workstream on at least two large-scale (>100M USD) and complex capital infrastructure projects preferably in the USA
Working in a culturally and technical diverse team and environment, internally and externally to your organization
Strong leadership and communication skills .
Coaching and/or mentoring others across a team or broader functional business
Confidently presenting and effectively communicating to internal and external stakeholders in native English
Analytical mindset
Proactive problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement.
Ability to influence and drive changes.
Education
Bachelor or master’s in safety and/or security management.
R elevant OSHA training institute courses
Disclaimer
This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent . It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent . Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required .
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $120,000 - $165,000 USD*
Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401k Match.
*The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors, such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.
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Salary : $120,000 - $165,000
