Health & Safety Manager - Envusa

EDF Renewables; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee and enhance H&S management systems across projects. This senior role requires extensive experience in H&S within high-risk environments, focusing on compliance and strategic leadership to ensure safety standards are met. Join us to help shape a safer future for workers and communities while driving impactful projects.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape safety standards in renewable energy

Contribute to environmental sustainability

Impactful projects supporting local communities

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant H&S experience within Construction, Energy, or Mining.
• At least 7 years in senior management roles with direct leadership responsibilities.
• Strong track record of engaging with regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute H&S management systems across the organization.
• Lead the implementation of the ISO 45001-certified H&S management system.
• Champion a strong safety culture within the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

NQF Level 7 in HSE or related field

SAMTRAC or NEBOSH International General Certificate

Job description

Envusa Energy is licensed energy trader jointly owned by EDF Renewables and Anglo American. Envusa is focused on delivering innovative and industry leading renewable energy solutions to private offtakers across Southern Africa and has a stated aim of developing a 3-5GW Renewable Energy generation portfolio by 2030 off the back of secured offtake.

The construction of the first 520MW of wind and solar energy is at an advanced stage and will start delivering electricity to offtakers in Q4 2025.

About the role :

The Health & Safety (H&S) Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and executing best-in-class H&S management systems across the organization. This includes oversight of all projects at every stage of the project lifecycle, from initial planning through execution and long-term asset management.

The H&S Manager works closely with executive leadership, the Closing Team, and Project Execution Teams to strategically allocate and manage resources, ensuring milestones are met efficiently. This role will also lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the ISO 45001-certified H&S management system and ensure full compliance with South African regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do :

Strategic Leadership & Compliance :

• Champion and instill a strong safety culture within ENVUSA at all organizational levels.
• Represent the company in dealings with key regulatory bodies such as the Department of Mineral Resources, Department of Labour, and Department of Energy.
• Serve as the senior company representative on H&S matters, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including international H&S forums.
• Develop and implement companywide H&S strategic objectives aligned with business goals.
• Advise executive leadership on H&S compliance risks and best practices.
• Define and manage H&S budgets, ensuring cost-effective implementation of safety initiatives.
• Support reporting and advise to the board on HSE performance, challenges, and strategic initiatives.

Health & Safety Management System :

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the ISO 45001-certified H&S management system.
• Ensure company-wide adherence to South African H&S legislation and global best practices.
• Develop and implement new policies and procedures as required by the evolving regulatory and operational landscape.
• Conduct internal audits of office and site operations, identifying areas for improvement.
• Track legislative changes and ensure timely compliance adaptations.
• Oversee company H&S documentation, including maintaining accurate Health and Safety Files.
• Develop and maintain emergency preparedness plans for all company sites.
• Lead major incident investigations and oversee root cause analyses.
• Ensure all incidents, near misses, and statistical data are logged in the internal system, with action plans to address identified trends.
• Oversee continuous improvement initiatives to minimize H&S risks.
• Track and analyze non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are effectively communicated and implemented.

Contractor & Project H&S Oversight :

• Evaluate and approve the H&S capabilities of potential contractors during the tendering process.
• Assess contractor compliance with company H&S requirements, including budget adequacy.
• Provide expert input during project planning to ensure occupational health, safety, and welfare are fully integrated.
• Oversee and assess the performance of H&S service providers supporting company operations.
• Ensure company-wide compliance with occupational health surveillance and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee workplace first aid, fire safety, and health & wellbeing initiatives.
• Identify H&S training needs and develop a company-wide training matrix in collaboration with Department Heads.
• Drive initiatives that enhance employee wellbeing, including mental health and ergonomics programs.
• Provide mentorship and professional development support to the administrative assistant responsible for H&S tasks.
• Directly oversee all SPV HSE Managers, ensuring functional alignment with Envusa policies.
• Manage and lead appointed Health and Safety Agents, overseeing all related H&S contracts.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement among team members.

What You'll Need :

• Minimum 15 years of relevant H&S experience within Construction, Energy, or the Mining Sector.
• At least 7 years in senior management roles with direct leadership responsibilities.
• Minimum qualification equivalent to NQF Level 7 in HSE or a related field.
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH International General Certificate.
• Experience leading large, complex projects in high-risk environments.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing corporate-level H&S strategies.
• Strong track record of engaging with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, capable of influencing and driving cultural change.
• Advanced risk assessment and audit skills.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis expertise.
• Knowledge of South African and international H&S regulations.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive safety culture and continuous improvement.

Why Join us?

• To play a pivotal role in defining and implementing best safety standards in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector
• To ensure safe practices while driving impactful projects that support environmental sustainability
• To contribute to shaping a safer future for workers and local communities

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