Job Description

Company Overview

The Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka PLC draws from over a century of excellence, driven by passion and committed to perfection. Since emerging as a publicly traded company, DCSL has become synonymous with delighting customers and rewarding stakeholders, while contributing substantially to economic progress.

Today, DCSL is dedicated to working with only the best and brightest, which has led to impressive results in the marketplace. As we continue to grow, we’re on the lookout for exceptional individuals who can mirror our passion and match our determination. So that together we may accomplish even greater feats.

Position

We are seeking a qualified and experienced professional to lead and strengthen our workplace health, safety, and compliance initiatives. Applications are invited for the position of Manager – Health & Safety.

The selected candidate will provide strategic oversight of health, safety, and regulatory compliance across our production facilities in Seeduwa, Kalutara, and Kandy, ensuring consistent implementation of policies and best practices. The role based in Seeduwa requires regular travel to various work locations in the island to monitor and enforce safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national occupational health & safety regulations, excise requirements, and environmental standards applicable to liquor manufacturing.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification across production, warehousing, engineering and support areas.
• Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
• Organize and conduct safety training programs, fire drills, and emergency preparedness activities.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain statutory safety records, permits, and liaison with regulatory authorities.
• Ensure availability, proper use, and maintenance of PPE and safety equipment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a manufacturing organization is mandatory (Preferably in Food and Beverage sector).
• Sound knowledge of occupational health & safety standards, chemical handling, flammable materials, and machinery safety.
• Strong communication, training, and problem-solving skills.
• First Aid and Fire Safety certifications will be an added advantage.

All applications received will be treated with the highest confidentiality.

Senior Vice President - Human Resources, Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka PLC, No. 110, Norris Canal Road, Colombo 10.

If you are a motivated professional seeking to drive meaningful change, we encourage you to email your application to careers.dcsl@melsta.com

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