HSE Manager

SET Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to implement and manage Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental systems across projects. The role requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in HSE Management, strong knowledge of ISO standards, and relevant qualifications. The successful candidate will foster a positive safety culture and contribute to regulatory compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• 15 years' experience in HSE Management at a management level in mineral processing.
• Proven experience in managing HSE and Security Management Systems aligned with ISO 45001 / 14001 standards.
• Registered with regulatory bodies such as SACPCMP, IOSH, SAIOHS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project-specific HSSE Management and Emergency Response Plans.
• Assist in preparation of HSE components for tenders and proposals.
• Monitor and report on HSE and security performance across projects.
• Oversee training requirements and maintain training records.
• Coordinate with consultants on security issues.

Skills

HSE Management

Incident Investigation

Emergency Response Planning

Regulatory Compliance

Training Delivery

Education

NQF level 7 or higher qualification in safety management

Job description

HSE Manager

Location : Cape Town, South Africa

Work Type : Full time

We are currently recruiting for a HSE Manager to join our growing team Cape Town

Reporting to the Managing Director, the HSE Manager is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and improving Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) systems across projects. The role supports tender preparation, oversees incident management and reporting, audits project performance, and ensures compliance with statutory, client, and corporate requirements.

The tasks you'll perform

• Develop, review, and maintain project-specific Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) Management and Emergency Response Plans, ensuring alignment with client, statutory, ISO 45001 / 14001 standards, and corporate requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of HSE and security components for tenders and proposals, including assessment of contractor HSE management systems and performance.
• Monitor and report on HSE and security performance across projects; ensure timely escalation of issues and incidents to management, proper investigation, and close-out in line with protocols.
• Oversee training requirements, maintain records, audit project sites globally, and drive improvements based on audits, inspections, and corporate learnings.
• Serve as the focal point for coordinating with consultants and stakeholders on security issues; communicate HSE and security updates clearly across the business.
• Support the Managing Director Africa Minerals with recruitment, development, and management of HSE personnel, fostering a positive safety culture across all projects.
• Regular travel to fabricators and projects local and international.

The expertise you'll bring

At least 15 years’ experience in various aspects of HSE Management at a management level in mineral processing and related industries.

NQF level 7 or higher qualification in safety management (NTSAM, BTECH, NEBOSH IDIP).

Proven experience in implementing and managing HSE and Security Management Systems aligned with ISO 45001 / 14001 standards.

Registration with regulatory bodies (SACPCMP, IOSH, SAIOHS)

Strong knowledge of statutory HSE regulations, emergency response planning, and incident investigation processes.

Ability to assess contractor HSE performance and contribute to tender and proposal development.

Demonstrated capability in leading audits, inspections, and training across multi-disciplinary project environments.

Proven track record of positively impacting on HSE compliance and culture.