HSE supervisor-Biosimilar

Professionnal Knowledge :

• In-depth knowledge of Algerian HSE legislation and associated decrees.

• Mastery of biological risk management, biosafety levels (BSL-1 to BSL-3), and containment protocols.

• Strong understanding of GMP/GLP environments and pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing processes.

• Proficiency in chemical hazard management (REACH, CLP/GHS classification, SDS management).

• Expertise in environmental management systems (ISO 14001) and occupational health management systems (ISO 45001).

• Knowledge of fire prevention, emergency response planning, and crisis management procedures.

• Familiarity with WHO guidelines for pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory biosafety.

• Experience with HSE management tools: LOTO, JSA, HAZOP, risk registers, CAPA systems.

• Proficiency in HSE KPI monitoring, dashboard reporting, and data-driven decision-making.

• Certification in NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent recognized HSE qualification is a strong asset.

Executive & Technical Duties

1. Operational HSE supervision

• Ensure daily HSE presence on the ground in production areas, laboratories and utilities.

• Ensure compliance with HSE, biosafety and GMP rules.

• Identify hazardous situations and implement immediate corrective actions.

2. Biological & chemical risk management

• Oversee the management of risks related to biological products, GMOs, chemical agents and solvents.

• Monitor the application of biosafety, containment and decontamination procedures.

• Ensure the proper management of biological and chemical waste.

3. Regulatory compliance

• Ensure compliance with Algerian HSE regulations and international standards (WHO, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

• Participate in internal/external inspections and audits (ANPP, local authorities).

• Keep the site's HSE documentation up to date.

4. Training & awareness

• Lead HSE, biosafety and occupational safety training sessions.

• Raise staff awareness of best practices and safe behaviours.

• Support new arrivals (HSE induction).

5. Incident management & reporting

• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses.

• Implement and monitor CAPA actions.

• Ensure HSE reporting (indicators, dashboards).

6. Cross-functional coordination

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality and Maintenance.

• Participate in risk analyses (JSA, HAZOP, Risk Assessment).

• Contribute to continuous HSE improvement projects.

Key responsibilities

• Staff and facility safety.

• Biological and chemical risk management.

• Regulatory and HSE compliance.

• Promotion of a safety culture.