SHERQ Officer, Fire & Emergency Response

Job description

ZAMBIA SUGAR PLC. — JOB OPPORTUNITY: SHERQ OFFICER, FIRE & EMERGENCY RESPONSE 🚒🔥
Safety & Risk Department | Permanent Position

Zambia Sugar Plc is inviting applications from qualified and experienced candidates to join its Safety & Risk Department at Nakambala Estate, Mazabuka.

Position: SHERQ Officer, Fire & Emergency Response
Company: Zambia Sugar Plc
Location: Nakambala Estate, Mazabuka, Southern Province, Zambia
Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coordinate, and supervise fire safety, disaster management, and emergency response operations across factory, estate, and agricultural areas.
• Ensure full compliance with SHERQ policies, occupational health and safety legislation, and statutory safety standards.
• Conduct regular fire safety inspections, risk assessments, and maintenance audits on all firefighting equipment, hydrants, alarm systems, and emergency vehicles.
• Organize and deliver fire prevention drills, first aid training, and emergency preparedness simulations for employees and contractors.
• Investigate fire incidents, near misses, and safety breaches, producing comprehensive technical reports with corrective action plans.
• Maintain up-to-date emergency response procedures, safety files, and compliance records.

Key Requirements:

• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• Diploma in Fire Engineering, Risk Management, Occupational Safety & Health, or a related field.
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH qualification is required.
• Preferably 3 to 5 years of health and safety / fire response experience in a heavy manufacturing, industrial, or agricultural operational environment.
• Sound knowledge of Zambian occupational safety legislation, fire codes, and strong technical reporting skills.
• First Aid, fire prevention, and emergency response training is an added advantage.
• Relevant qualifications must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) where applicable.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following documents compiled as a single PDF file:

1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Copies of academic and professional qualifications.
3. Professional registration certificates.
4. Copy of National Registration Card (NRC) or passport.

Send your application via email to:
📩 Email: careers@zamsugar.zm
📌 Email Subject Line: Application – SHERQ Officer Fire & Emergency Response

📅 CLOSING DATE: 26th October 2026

* Internal applicants must complete the Internal Application Form and secure necessary approvals.
* Applicants may also be subject to pre-employment screening including qualification verification, credit checks, security clearance, background investigations, and medical assessments.
* If you do not receive a response within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.