HSE O&M Leader, Renewables & Compliance

TotalEnergies Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa seeks an experienced HSE leader to oversee health, safety, environment and sustainability across wind, solar PV, and storage projects. You will govern HSE plans, ensure compliance with local laws and international standards, and drive continuous improvement across SPV operations.

With 7+ years in HSE within renewables, you will manage audits, incident investigations, reporting, and contractor assurance while coordinating with multiple stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental, or equivalent; SACPCMP advantageous.
• 7+ years of combined HSE experience, preferably in renewable energy or industrial operations.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and South African HSE legislation and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSE and Environmental & Sustainability oversight across SPV assets (Wind, Solar PV, BESS, substations).
• Review and implement Contractors and Project Company HSE plans per Company Rules and local/international standards.
• Ensure accurate and timely HSE reporting; coordinate legal permits and HSE requirements.
• Lead HSE systems implementation and continual improvement; provide contractor assurance via audits and inspections.
• Lead incident investigations, audits, corrective actions and monitor operational risks.
• Act as SPV focal point for governance, reporting and action management.
• Prepare and present HSE reports to management and SPV governance structures.
• Support emergency preparedness, readiness, and management of change activities.

Skills

Leadership & stakeholder management

Verbal & written communication

Initiative & drive

Independent & team work

Education

Diploma or Degree in Safety Management or Environmental

SACPCMP advantageous

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa seeks an experienced HSE leader to oversee health, safety, environment and sustainability across wind, solar PV, and storage projects. You will govern HSE plans, ensure compliance with local laws and international standards, and drive continuous improvement across SPV operations.

With 7+ years in HSE within renewables, you will manage audits, incident investigations, reporting, and contractor assurance while coordinating with multiple stakeholders and