Vacancies

Senior HSE Officer

Reporting to: General Manager
Location: Beitbridge Border post
Department: HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental) Department

Core Objectives

The core objective of this role is to implement, maintain, and continuously improve the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) systems. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing the HSE policies and plans. The Senior HSE Officer will be required to promote principles and a culture that provides the necessary base for adherence to National and International HSE standards and any other regulatory and statutory requirements.
The Senior HSE Officer will be supported by two resources, namely Health and Safety Officer and Environmental Officer. The candidate will lead the HSE team and will be expected to empower and transfer skills to the Health and Safety Officer and Environmental Officer in the process.
The nature of the project is a PPP (Public-Private Partnership), governed by a Concession Agreement, and therefore there are project-specific Lender requirements to be complied with. It is understood that not all candidates may have experience with these types of Concession Agreements, so the successful candidate must have an appetite and the capacity to learn.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure implementation and compliance of HSE policies and plans. Help maintain and update HSE policies, procedures and ensure discipline within Zimborders and Contractors.
Remain abreast with new, existing, and changing legislation, best practices, and procedures, including communicating recommendations to applicable stakeholders. Rollout updates and improvements based on the most recent updates and advise on new and recent legislation, including developing the necessary procedures to achieve legislative compliance and maintain good practices.
Ensure appropriate toolbox talks are delivered to Zimborders’ and Contractors’ staff as necessary.
Establish and maintain an HSE filing system. Ensure development, maintenance, and quality control of HSE documentation.
Attend appropriate meetings (internally and externally), advising on project-specific and generic issues.
Identify HSE training requirements, including coordination and management of training and maintenance of personnel training records. Conduct appraisals and create training/awareness programmes for Zimborders and Contractors.
Appraise ongoing works at the border post and provide formal HSE audit and inspection reports. Manage the preparations of, and attend internal/external audits, and coordinate audit outputs.
Help to foster a positive HSE culture within Zimborders and Contractors.
Record incidents and accidents, carry out/assist with investigations, and implement recommendations as necessary.
Promote a positive image of HSE with the Client by consistent contact and keeping abreast of the Client’s HSE requirements.
Produce HSE programmes for Zimborders and support Contractors in implementing and operating the same.
Support with the implementation of the project’s CSR plan.
Coordinate the H&S committee meetings and actions.
Prepare the HSSE monthly report.
Report on HSSE items during meetings, both internal and external, and attend ad-hoc meetings, as and when required.
Other HSE related duties as directed by the management of Zimborders.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent tertiary qualification in health and safety or environmental studies. The preferred candidate should have qualifications in both fields.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the implementation of HSE systems. The candidate should have the ability to demonstrate experience in:
- HSE management systems
- HSE Risk Assessment and incident investigation
- People and stakeholder management
- Communication and engagement with clients and senior executives
- Knowledge of relevant HSE legislations i.e. OHSAS 18001/ ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, Chapter 17:04 NSSA Notice 1990
Certificates on the latest ISO 14001 environmental management system and ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management systems will be advantageous.
Understanding of IFC/World Bank HSE requirements i.e. IFC Performance Standards, with experience in preparation of documentation for Lender reporting during operations will be advantageous, but not a disqualifying criterion.

Skills and Personal Attributes

Conscientious, engaging and proactive approach to HSE
Strong English communication skills (both written and verbal) with strong report writing skills
Confident when meeting and presenting to staff, clients, contractors, and suppliers
Ability to collaborate with others and work in a multidisciplinary environment
Specific skills and attributes required include, but not limited to, stakeholder and people management skills, organisational skills, interpersonal skills, decision making ability, initiative, independence, perseverance, objectivity, and hands-on skills
Strong computer literacy skills
Ability to work under pressure

Application Process

Suitably qualified individuals should submit applications with the following:

Detailed CV
Copies of Academic Qualifications
Email applications to vacancies@lfgroup.co.za

Closing Date

31 January 2025