HSE O&M Manager - Sutherland and Matjiesfontein

TotalEnergies Group; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa seeks an experienced HSE Leader to drive governance across SPV assets including Wind, Solar PV, BESS and substations, ensuring compliance with HSES standards and regulatory requirements.

You will lead audits, investigations, reporting and continuous improvement of the HSE Management System, coordinating with multiple stakeholders and field teams on site.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ combined HSE experience, preferably in the renewable energy environment or in industrial operations HSE and Security Management Systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, South African HSE legislation and environmental requirements in the operations of renewable energy projects and operational sites.
• Experience managing HSE Management Systems in Wind, Solar PV, BESS and substation operations will be advantageous.
• Take ownership of meeting deadlines and drive tasks to completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall HSE and Environmental & Sustainability oversight across SPV operational assets, including Wind, Solar PV, BESS and associated electrical infrastructure, to meet HSE, E&S KPI targets.
• Review, draft, and ensure the implementation of the Contractors and the Project Company HSE plans in compliance with Company Rules, local legislation, and International Standards.
• Ensure reporting on HSE matters is accurate and timely.
• Coordinate legal compliance, permit obligations and company HSE requirements.
• Lead implementation and continual improvement of the HSE Management System.
• Provide contractor assurance through audits, inspections, reviews and performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, sustainability and lender requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, audit activities and corrective action management.
• Monitor operational risks and escalate significant HSE concerns to management.
• Act as the SPV focal point for One Maestro governance, reporting and action management.
• Prepare and present HSE reports to management and SPV governance structures.
• Support emergency preparedness, operational readiness and management of change activities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Team leadership

Education

Diploma or Degree in Safety Management

SACPCMP advantageous

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Société employeur TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa

Domaine HSEQ / Sociétal / Sureté

Type de contrat CDI

Expérence Minimum 6 ans

TotalEnergies gross low-carbon power generation capacity worldwide is currently close to 10 gigawatts. TotalEnergies targets 35 GW of a renewable generation capacity in 2025 and will continue to expand its business to become a leading international player in renewable energies with a target of 100 GW by 2030.

About TotalEnergies Renewables International Middle-East & Africa (TTE-RI MEA):

• Very competitive environment with Tier 1 renewables developers’ competitors;
• Very large Projects – up to 2 GWp.

About TotalEnergies Renewables International (TERSA):

• TERSA operates in a strong growth and highly competitive environment.
• TERSA maintains a high growth rate, both organic and by acquisitions, on a global geographical scope, often relying on tight schedule complex transactions with high financial, legal and execution stakes.

These stakes require permanent coordination with business entities, the Branch and Company.

To provide leadership, governance and assurance for Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability (HSES) management across the SPV portfolio, ensuring compliance with legal, shareholder, lender and company requirements while supporting safe and sustainable operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall HSE and Environmental & Sustainability oversight across SPV operational assets, including Wind, Solar PV,
• BESS and associated electrical infrastructure, to meet HSE, E&S KPI targets.
• Review, draft, and ensure the implementation of the Contractors and the Project Company HSE plans in compliance with the Company Rules, the local legislation, and International Standards.
• Ensure the reporting on HSE matters and done accurate and timeously.
• Coordinate legal compliance, permit obligations and company HSE requirements.
• Lead implementation and continual improvement of the HSE Management System.
• Provide contractor assurance through audits, inspections, reviews and performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, sustainability and lender requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, audit activities and corrective action management.
• Monitor operational risks and escalate significant HSE concerns to management.
• Act as the SPV focal point for One Maestro governance, reporting and action management.
• Prepare and present HSE reports to management and SPV governance structures.
• Support emergency preparedness, operational readiness and management of change activities.
• Preferably Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental or equivalent qualification SACPCMP would be advantageous
• 7+ years’ combined HSE experience, preferably in the renewable energy environment or in industrial operations HSE and Security Management Systems
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, South African HSE legislation and environmental requirement in the operations of renewable energy projects and operational sites
• Experience managing HSE Management Systems, with Wind, Solar PV, BESS and substation operations, will be advantageous.
• Take ownership of meeting deadlines and drive tasks to completion
• Strong initiative and the ability to proactively identify required tasks.
• Able to work independently and in groups
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of MS Project and Primavera project schedules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill and strong leadership, reporting and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel and spend time on site
• A valid Driver’s license