Site HSE Officer (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

Requisition ID: 100161 

Job Category: Administration/Support 

Location: Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Please be advised that this position is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract and will be a full-time position on site.

Key responsibilities:

• Reviewing all applicable legal and project HSE requirements and providing guidance to project personnel (particularly the EPCM Construction Manager) to help ensure compliance at all times
• Assisting with the implementation of effective hazard identification and risk management processes for all work to be carried out on the project site
• Participating in Task (Job) Risk Assessments and ensuring that identified control measures are implemented and maintained
• Participating in and reporting on the Critical Control Verification programme
• Assisting with HSE induction training for all personnel
• Compiling and maintaining documents and records required in terms of the HSE management system for the project
• Communicating relevant HSE information to project personnel (e.g. incidents and lessons learnt, leading practices, hazards, risks and control measures, etc.)
• Carrying out health and safety interactions
• Attending contractor Toolbox Talks and daily Team Pre-Start Health and Safety Discussions in accordance with a role-based schedule
• Attending monthly Contractor and Project HSE Meetings
• Carrying out Planned Task Observations in accordance with a role-based schedule
• Assisting with the implementation, testing and maintenance of an effective Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan for the project
• Responding to workplace incidents (as appropriate)
• Participating in incident investigations
• Auditing the HSE management system and workplace activities of each contractor on a monthly basis to assess compliance with the project HSE requirements
• Tracking and reporting on the implementation of corrective and improvement actions (arising from incident investigations, audits, inspections, etc.).

Requirements:

• Recognized Health & Safety Degree/Diploma
• Shourt courses may be considered, however, HSE Degree/Diploma will be advantageous
• 5+ years' onsite Health and Safety experience within an EPCM/Construction/Mining environment
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a medical examination
• Passed Silicosis screening in accordance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements
• Drivers Licence

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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