Health & Safety Manager (HSE Engineer)

About the role

Knauf Algeria, a manufacturer of gypsum building products with a 20-year heritage, is looking for an H&S Engineer to join its HSE team at the Fleurus plant. The role ensures safe working conditions for employees, contractors and visitors and promotes a proactive safety, health and environmental culture.

Key responsibilities

• Implement health and safety practices at the plant in line with legal requirements and Knauf standards
• Manage the implementation and sustainability of the ISO 45001 management system
• Take part in hazard identification, risk assessment and control activities
• Carry out regular site inspections, report nonconformities and follow up on corrective and preventive actions
• Record near-miss and accident cases, run root cause analyses and coordinate preventive actions
• Monitor compliance with national H&S regulations and keep all related documentation
• Take part in internal and external audits and support the closure of findings
• Deliver H&S training during onboarding and organise regular safety and environmental awareness training
• Promote safe behaviour through toolbox talks and communication campaigns
• Prepare monthly H&S performance reports for management and contribute to continuous improvement
• Collaborate with other departments and act as an ambassador of Knauf's Zero Harm and Zero Tolerance values

Required profile

• At least a bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering
• Valid Occupational Safety Specialist certificate
• Knowledge of H&S legislation, risk assessment and emergency response
• Experience implementing ISO 45001 management systems
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Advanced English (written and spoken)
• Willingness to be active on the shop floor and no travel restrictions

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset