Safety Manager

Job description

Job Title: Safety Manager

Location: Lumwana Expansion Project, Kalumbila District, Zambia
Reports To: Project Manager
Contract Type: Project-Based / Fixed-Term

Job Purpose:

To lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of all health and safety systems and practices on the project site. The Safety Manager ensures compliance with Zambian statutory requirements, project specifications, and international safety standards while fostering a proactive safety culture throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the Project Safety Management Plan and ensure it aligns with Zambian legal requirements and client HSE protocols
Monitor compliance with all applicable legislation, including the Zambian Occupational Health and Safety Act, and relevant SANS/OHSAS/ISO standards
Lead the safety team, including Safety Officers, Site Safety Reps, and First Aiders
Ensure that risk assessments (HIRA), method statements, permits to work, and toolbox talks are effectively completed and communicated
Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions
Monitor and review safe work practices for electrical and instrumentation activities (e.g., LOTO, working at height, confined spaces)
Provide safety induction and continuous training to all site personnel, contractors, and visitors
Liaise with client HSE representatives, statutory bodies, and third-party inspectors
Lead emergency response planning and drills
Manage HSE performance reporting (KPIs, LTIs, near misses, etc.) and drive continual improvement
Prepare HSE documentation for site handover and project closeout

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Certification:

Professional HSE certification (e.g., NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, NOSA, ISO 45001 Auditor)
Registration with a recognised safety body (e.g., Zambia Institute of Safety Health and Environmental Management – ZISHEM) preferred
First Aid and Fire Safety Certification
Experience:

Minimum 7–10 years of relevant safety experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory/management role on large industrial, mining, or construction projects
Direct experience working with E&I contractors or within electrical installation projects strongly preferred
Proven track record of managing safety systems on remote or high-risk project sites

Skills & Competencies:

In-depth knowledge of Zambian and international safety legislation and standards
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage teams at all levels
Incident investigation and root cause analysis skills (e.g., ICAM, 5-Why, RCA)
Ability to produce clear reports, policies, and audit findings
High attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk management
Competency in Microsoft Office, incident management systems, and HSE dashboards

Working Conditions:

Site-based at the Lumwana Expansion Project (remote location)
Long hours, shift rotations, and working in harsh environmental conditions may apply
Required to wear appropriate PPE and comply with all safety rules and procedures

Application Requirements:

Applicants must submit:

Updated CV
Copies of all relevant qualifications and certifications
NRC or valid passport
Contactable references
? Email Applications to: cv@bwie.co.za