Safety Engineer

Safety Engineer Jobs in Lusaka – Join TopFloor

TopFloor, a multinational engineering and construction organisation, is seeking a highly skilled Safety Engineer to lead and uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) management on major infrastructure projects in Lusaka, Zambia. This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking for safety engineer jobs in Lusaka who are passionate about ensuring safe, compliant, and hazard-free construction environments within the Road and Bridge Project Department.

Role Overview: Safety Engineer Jobs in Lusaka

As the primary authority on site safety, the Safety Engineer will ensure compliance with international HSE protocols, local regulations, and company safety frameworks. The role involves overseeing risk assessments, conducting safety audits, developing incident prevention strategies, and delivering workforce safety training. The successful candidate will guarantee that all construction activities adhere to rigorous safety standards, fostering a secure and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• EHS Management & Compliance: Develop and enforce EHS management systems; supervise contractors’ safety production systems; conduct hazard identification and implement preventive measures; review and approve safety management plans; monitor machinery and vehicle operating procedures; perform daily site safety inspections and maintain detailed safety logs.
• Emergency Preparedness & Response: Participate in designing and executing emergency rescue plans and drills; supervise construction units’ emergency preparedness and report outcomes to senior engineers.
• Safety Education & Training: Establish and monitor safety education programs; manage safety responsibility agreements; assist in organizing departmental and company-wide safety training sessions.
• Professional Reporting & Communication: Maintain daily safety logs; actively participate in departmental meetings; share insights and continuously improve safety knowledge.
• Documentation & Archives Management: Organize and back up safety documentation and media; ensure compliance with company regulations and support team-building activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Engineering Management, Civil Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum three years of experience as a Safety Engineer in bridge and road projects.
• Certification as a Safety Officer or Registered Safety Engineer.
• Valid membership with the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ).
• Proficiency in EHS management procedures relevant to road and bridge projects, including safety technical specifications from Zambia and China.
• Strong skills in MS Office and digital occupational health systems.

Skills and Competencies

• Innovation: Ability to identify improvement opportunities, propose creative solutions, and foster an innovation-driven team culture.
• Communication: Clear, structured communication; active participation in discussions; effective conflict resolution.
• Proactive Performance: Initiative in identifying tasks and solutions; active knowledge sharing and workflow improvement.
• Teamwork: Effective collaboration, conflict mediation, motivation, and contribution to a high-performance team environment.
• Attention to Detail: High standards, accuracy, and conscientious work ethic.
• Logical Thinking: Strong analytical skills, problem-solving, and clear explanation of complex situations.
• Learning Ability: Rapid acquisition of knowledge, eagerness to learn, and ability to support others’ learning.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via our job portal by 10th July 2026.

Apply for Safety Engineer at TopFloor

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

TopFloor Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge candidates for job placement.

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