HSSEQ MANAGER

Job description

ORYX Energies S.A “OESA” is one of Africa’s largest and longest established independent providers of oil and gas products and services. In pursuit of its business strategies in Zambia, the company invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position mentioned below, to join its team at ORYX Energies Zambia Ltd “OEZL”, based on the Copperbelt and Lusaka.

 The successful candidate will be reporting to the Managing Director.

The HSSEQ Manager will be based in Lusaka, at CCO Lusaka.

JOB PURPOSE:

Assist the Affiliate Managing Director in developing and implementing the HSSEQ Management System for all employees, contractors / partners and customers of the Affiliate in line with the Oryx Energies Group HSSEQ guidelines and in compliance with legal requirements and applicable standards.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the HSSEQ Integrated Management System extending to all material Affiliate processes and operations.
Provide professional support and advice to the Affiliate Management Team and staff on Occupational Health, Safety, Security, Environmental and Quality matters; including operational, legislative and regulatory.
Define and enforce Affiliate HSSEQ Legal Compliance Monitoring Framework, ensuring effective and timely closure of gaps at optimal cost.
Streamline and enforce all key system processes to include Deviation Management (Incidents, Nonconformances, Near Misses, Observations, Complaints), Risk Management, Change Management, Emergency Preparedness, Document Control, Control of Work, Internal Process Audits, Contractor Management in coordination with the Affiliate Management Team and relevant stakeholders.
Define and implement HSSEQ culture improvement programs; leading with the Hearts & Minds Culture Assessment.
Implement a site-by-site HSSEQ monitoring framework for all Affiliate-owned operational sites; including HSSEQ Committees, toolboxes, inspections, and periodic HSSEQ engagements check and monitor environmental conditions; ensuring that waste and chemical management is correctly implemented and maintained, and environmental concern is fully integrated in the HSSEQ culture.
Ensure Continuous Improvement by guiding senior managers in the defining, implementation and review of standardized business-critical process controls and monitoring in their respective departments.
Develop the Affiliate Internal Audit framework; engaging/ developing multi-departmental internal auditors, identify and assist HR in the procurement of external HSSEQ training for Affiliate staff; working with service providers to customize content and delivery where required.
Produce and deliver key internal HSSEQ training and briefings for staff and contractors as identified by planned works, current best practice and changes in legislation.
Adapt and implement, in cooperation with Operations Team, Group Emergency Response Plan and Crisis Management Procedures; including training, continuous review / update, planning and coordinating tests, develop an effective Partner Management Framework (contractors, transporters, dealers, etc); extending to contract vetting, induction and vetting, onsite monitoring, audits and ongoing evaluations.
Participate and advise in the development of all Affiliate infrastructural projects; machinery, expansions, etc.
Ensure all staff are issued with appropriate Person Protective Equipment and training on usage.
Manage the Document Control process, ensuring all key business processes are documented effectively.
Manage and be accountable for all Affiliate HSSEQ performance reporting activities in accordance with legal, standards and Group requirements to include HSSEQ KPI’s, Incident reports, HSSEQ reports and Platform Updates.
Provide out of hours HSSEQ support for emergency events and crises; leading on all incidents and accidents investigations.
Carry out any other duty or task that may be assigned by hierarchical superiors, Regional or Group HSSEQ Manager.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the Affiliate’s HSSEQ Budget and proactively participate in annual Affiliate budget allocation for the same.
In close cooperation with Group HSSEQ, actively participate in structuring a phased approach leading to ISO certification for all Affiliate sites.
Lead local coordination of ISO (re-)certification audits and closure of actions arising thereof.
Participate and represent the Affiliate in Group HSSEQ forums, initiatives and projects.

KEY WORKING RELATIONS:

Permanent active liaison with Affiliate Managing Director, Affiliate Management Team and All Staff
Liaison with Affiliate Partners, not limited to Contractors, Transporters, Customers, Dealers, Suppliers.
Representation in industry regulation committees/ associations where available and appropriate.
Liaison with local authorities, regulatory bodies and industry groups
Representation in any taskforces, think tanks, working groups and training involving industry peers and third-party stakeholders related to and/ or impacting HSSEQ.
Collaboration with Oryx Energies HSSEQ Focal point community.
Permanent liaison with Group and Regional HSSEQ Managers.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Grade 12 School Certificate
Degree qualification in acceptable engineering or science major
 3 – 5 years working experience in relevant function/s; Oil & Gas industry experience will be an advantage
Knowledgeable in ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 standards; Lead Auditor qualification will be an advantage.
Knowledge of national HSSEQ legislation and frameworks, and management systems
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, Visio)
Ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively across different staff levels (verbal, non-verbal, written)
Ability to train and coach different staff levels for development of HSSEQ competencies as needed
Ability to identify and drive own and others (HSSEQ) developmental needs, requires minimum supervision; takes initiative.
Fluent in English and local language/s
Meticulous attention to detail.

 OTHER REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

Customer service oriented
Integrity, rigor, and respect of governance principles
 Employee engagement
Autonomy & responsibility
Creativity & innovation
Team Spirit
Risk awareness
Search for efficiency & performance

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested persons should apply enclosing Academic and Professional Qualifications, plus a Comprehensive CV: stating the Position in the Subject Line of the email to – admin.zambia@oryxenergies.com     no later than close of business on Friday 16 January 2026.

Equal Opportunities Employer