Health, Safety & Environment (Hse) Officer at Kamwesa Zambia Limited

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn More We have started building our professional LinkedIn page. Follow Kamwesa Zambia Limited is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental standards, and promoting safe working practices within a fast-paced operational environment. • Develop, implement and monitor Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and programmes.Job category guides • Conduct workplace inspections, hazard identification, risk assessments and safety audits. • Ensure compliance with company HSE standards and all applicable statutory requirements. • Investigate workplace incidents, accidents and near misses, and prepare comprehensive investigation reports with corrective actions. • Conduct employee safety inductions, toolbox talks and ongoing HSE awareness training. • Monitor compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe work procedures. • Maintain accurate HSE records, registers and statutory documentation. • Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including drills and first aid arrangements. • Promote continuous improvement in workplace health, safety and environmental performance. • Work closely with supervisors and management to ensure a safe, healthy and compliant workplace. • Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Management or a related field. • Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience in a manufacturing, production, processing, FMCG or similar operational environment.Employment market analysis • Must be registered with or hold valid membership of the Zambia Occupational Health and Safety Association (ZOHSA) or another relevant professional body. • Good understanding of occupational health and safety legislation and industry best practices. • Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations and workplace safety inspections. • Excellent report writing, communication and interpersonal skills. • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. • High level of professionalism and integrity. • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions. • Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high safety standards.Zambia job market • Confident in enforcing safety compliance across all levels of the organization. Interested candidates should submit: • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) • Three (3) traceable references • Copy of National Registration Card (NRC) • Copies of academic and professional certificates • Proof of registration or membership with the relevant professional body