Job Description
An exciting opportunity for the position of SHEQA Officer has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced person at Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd. Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd is an extensive, local and international provider of high quality and durable timber-based solutions for both industrial, domestic and end user markets. The successful incumbent will report to the SHEQA MANAGER and shall be based in Mutare.
Job Summary
To develop, implement, and maintain safety, health, environmental, and quality management systems in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Conducts SHEQ inductions for new employees and contractors as well as to ensure records of such are maintained.
2. Coordinates Safety Briefings for employees and visitors.
3. Identify employees who require regular health monitoring depending on their health risk exposures and ensure the required monitoring is done through the SHEQA Manager and records of such are kept
4. Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly SHEQA reports from all ATZ stations and present to the SHEQA Manager.
5. Compile and maintain up to date SHEQ related registers and statistics for all ATZ stations and contractors such as, Risk registers, Accident registers, customer complaints registers, clinic statistics, PPE needs matrix, training needs matrix etc.
6. Advise the SHEQ Manager of any safety health or environmental incident for immediate response to safeguard ATZ employees and visitors as well as the environment.
7. Conduct and participate in SHEQ awareness and wellness programs internally and externally.
8. Advises all ATZ staff on implementation of new or existing SHEQ-related legislation, rules and Company standards to include fire prevention, health and safety awareness training, site inspections of company and contractors’ sites.
9. Undertakes SHEQ inspections, audits and meetings on a regular basis and ensure that records of the same are maintained.
10. Conduct Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments for all ATZ work stations and contractors’ site and well as maintaining updated risk registers for all.
11. Assist line managers to formulate and update SHEQ related documents such as accident prevention plans, waste management plans, emergency preparedness plans.
12. Coordinate and participate in investigations of accidents, incident and customer complaints, and ensure reports of such are well documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
13. Implement a developed monthly SHEQ Communication Strategy for all sites and levels of staff, inclusive of written information, tool box talks, briefs, SHE meetings etc.
14. Assists in retaining all current Quality (SAZ) and Environmental (ARSO) accreditations
15. Coordinates activities related to implementation and certification of ISO 9001:2015, 14001: 2015 and 45001:2018, (Integrated Management System) as well as maintaining the certification.
16. Assist ATZ staff in the implementation of the set Company’s strategic SHEQA imperatives for the continuous improvement of SHEQ systems.
17. Inform the SHEQ Manager areas where improvement is required e g. trainings, documentation updates etc.
18. Advises HODs in Factories, Offices and on Site of health, safety, Quality and environmental matters as well as monitoring SHEQ compliance.
19. Provide SHEQA Administrative assistance to the SHEQA Manager and SHEQA Department as assigned.
20. Perform any other work related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time-to-time by management.
Qualifications and Experience
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, SHE management or equivalent.
2. National Certificate in Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management (OSHEMAC) or any other SHE management professional course SHATCO/NEBOSH is a must.
3. ISO 45001,2018 9001,2015 and 14001:2015 knowledge and auditing skills will be an added advantage.
4. At least 2 years post graduate experience within, manufacturing or mineral processing environment.
5. Knowledge of SHEQ management systems and SHE laws and regulations.
Skills and Knowledge
• A team player- able to identify and rectify skills gaps and recommend try interventions.
• Excellent presentation skills – PowerPoint.
• Very analytical skills (excel spreadsheet).
How to Apply
Remuneration
A remuneration package commensurate with education and experience will be given to the successful candidate.
Interested candidates meeting the above specifications and qualifications should apply in writing attaching detailed resumes no later than 22 May 2025 to:
The Human Resources Executive
Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd
6 St Helens Drive
Nyakamete
Mutare
On email: recruitment1@alliedtimbers.co.zw
