YC: Environmental Officer
UD Trucks India
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Pretoria, Gauteng
Contract type: Contractor
YC: Environmental Officer
Department : Human Resources (BP64030)
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This position will support the vehicle assembly process to achieve quality and environmental targets according to the set UDTO specifications
This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform
Responsibilities And Duties
Part of the Isuzu group, UD Trucks is a global leading international commercial vehicle solutions provider headquartered in Japan. At UD Trucks, we are defining the next generation of smart logistics solutions through advanced innovations in automation, electro mobility and connectivity. UD Trucks develops, manufactures and sells a wide range of heavy, medium and light-duty trucks, operating in more than 60 countries across all continents. Our trucks and people go the extra mile for our customers and business partners, day in and day out.
We Are An 8,000+ Strong Team Of Colleagues With 40 Nationalities Who Bring Diversity And Passion In Delivering Our Products And Services. We Trust Each Other, Work Collaboratively And Embrace Change. At UD Trucks, Our Purpose Is Better Life – To Make Life Better For People And The Planet. We Have Developed a Culture That Promotes
Diverse and friendly culture – Strong culture of diversity and inclusion, organizing annual events, daily activities and open communication platforms including various internal voluntary networks.
Empowered growth – Global exposure and growth opportunities across functions and countries through internal mobility system and self-driven career opportunities, building a learning organization by enabling self-managed learning supported by the UD Academy.
Flexibility with trust – We continue to fully support both remote working (where and when applicable) and flexible working hours, we actively encourage our colleagues to maintain a good work/life balance. You will have the autonomy and flexibility to split your working time between both our wonderful, modern and equipped HQ and remotely.
Be part of our journey to create Better Life for society, for our customers and for yourself. UD Trucks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues.
Department : Human Resources (BP64030)
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This position will support the vehicle assembly process to achieve quality and environmental targets according to the set UDTO specifications
This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform
Responsibilities And Duties
- Ensure that jigs fixtures, tools, material handling equipment and lifting gear conform to occupational health and Safety Act (OHS Act) specifications.
- To specify the production system to internal customers (production and logistics) to direct their daily operations. Initiate and participate on Problem solving (QRPS)
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and international environmental laws (e.g., ISO 14001, air and water quality standards, hazardous waste regulations).
- Continuously perform internal audits to ensure compliance to UDPS, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015
- Conduct environmental audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to legal and corporate requirements.
- Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory bodies and corporate stakeholders.
- Stay updated with changes in environmental regulations affecting the automotive industry.
- Develop and implement waste management strategies, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal.
- Monitor and control emissions, air quality, and water treatment processes.
- Develop plans for reducing pollution and minimizing environmental impact.
- Drive energy-saving initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainability.
- Develop strategies for water conservation and alternative energy usage.
- Work with cross-functional teams to implement green manufacturing practices.
- Identify potential environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Conduct risk assessments and recommend improvements for pollution prevention.
- Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct training programs for employees on environmental compliance and sustainability practices.
- Promote a culture of environmental responsibility within the organization.
- Stakeholder on plant projects, construction.
- Management of plant environmental permits
- Diploma/degree in Industrial, Quality, environmental sciences or equivalent
- ISO 9001:2015 ISO14001:2015 certificate will be an added advantage
- Knowledge of lean practices
Part of the Isuzu group, UD Trucks is a global leading international commercial vehicle solutions provider headquartered in Japan. At UD Trucks, we are defining the next generation of smart logistics solutions through advanced innovations in automation, electro mobility and connectivity. UD Trucks develops, manufactures and sells a wide range of heavy, medium and light-duty trucks, operating in more than 60 countries across all continents. Our trucks and people go the extra mile for our customers and business partners, day in and day out.
We Are An 8,000+ Strong Team Of Colleagues With 40 Nationalities Who Bring Diversity And Passion In Delivering Our Products And Services. We Trust Each Other, Work Collaboratively And Embrace Change. At UD Trucks, Our Purpose Is Better Life – To Make Life Better For People And The Planet. We Have Developed a Culture That Promotes
Diverse and friendly culture – Strong culture of diversity and inclusion, organizing annual events, daily activities and open communication platforms including various internal voluntary networks.
Empowered growth – Global exposure and growth opportunities across functions and countries through internal mobility system and self-driven career opportunities, building a learning organization by enabling self-managed learning supported by the UD Academy.
Flexibility with trust – We continue to fully support both remote working (where and when applicable) and flexible working hours, we actively encourage our colleagues to maintain a good work/life balance. You will have the autonomy and flexibility to split your working time between both our wonderful, modern and equipped HQ and remotely.
Be part of our journey to create Better Life for society, for our customers and for yourself. UD Trucks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues.
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