Reports To: HSE Manager/ Head of Operations

Grade: TBA

To support the implementation and maintenance of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards across all Maisha Zambia Trading sites. The HSE Officer assists in enforcing safe work practices, promoting environmental responsibility, and ensuring compliance with company policies, client requirements, and statutory regulations to achieve a safe and sustainable workplace.

Key Responsibilities

1. Health & Safety Compliance

• Enforce adherence to all company HSE policies, procedures, and statutory obligations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety patrols to identify unsafe conditions, practices, or hazards.
• Report and document incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Verify the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) across all service lines.
• Ensure all staff receive HSE induction and ongoing refresher training.

2. Risk Management

• Assist in conducting Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) for all operational areas.
• Support Job Safety Analysis (JSA) development and ensure work is executed according to safe operating procedures.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the implementation of preventive measures.
• Maintain records of risk assessments, permits, and safety checklists.

3. Environmental Management

• Support implementation of environmental management initiatives including waste segregation, recycling, and energy conservation.
• Monitor and report environmental impacts such as waste disposal, chemical handling, and water usage.
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies and relevant local regulations.
• Promote sustainable operational practices in line with Maisha’s environmental goals.

4. Training and Awareness

• Conduct toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions with site teams.
• Promote safety culture through continuous engagement, observation, and mentoring of staff.
• Assist the HSE Supervisor in developing and delivering HSE training programs.
• Ensure all staff understand emergency procedures and participate in drills.

5. Emergency Preparedness

• Conduct emergency response drills including fire, evacuation, and first aid simulations.
• Inspect fire extinguishers, alarms, and first aid kits regularly and ensure readiness.
• Assist in updating emergency contact lists and site response plans.

6. Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintain HSE registers including incidents, inspections, PPE issuance, and training logs.
• Prepare and submit weekly site HSE reports to the HSE Supervisor.
• Track compliance levels and raise non-conformance reports when necessary.
• Support audit readiness through documentation and evidence collection.

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and strong observation skills.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
• Integrity and commitment to promoting a safety culture.
• Team-oriented and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to train and influence staff at all levels.
• Physically fit and able to perform site-based inspections.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Frequency of site inspections and safety observations.
• Compliance rate with safety procedures and PPE use.
• Incident and near-miss reporting timeliness.
• Environmental compliance and waste management performance.
• Staff participation in HSE training and toolbox talks.

Posted on: 2 February 2026

Closing Date: 23/02/2026