HSEQ Manager (Health, Safety, Environment & Quality)

HR Emporium; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the EPCM sector is seeking an HSEQ Manager in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing health, safety, environment, and quality policies while ensuring compliance with global standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 8-10 years of experience in senior HSEQ roles. You will lead compliance efforts, conduct audits, and promote a culture of safety across projects. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years in a senior HSEQ role within EPCM or heavy industry.
• Proven experience in multi-disciplinary projects and regulatory knowledge.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, implement, and manage HSEQ policies and systems.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Manage audits and lead training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Conflict Resolution

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety Management or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

HSE Management Systems

Incident Reporting Software

Job description

Job Title : HSEQ Manager (Health, Safety, Environment & Quality)

Location : Johannesburg

Department : EPCM / Projects / Operations

Reporting To : Project Director

Employment Type : Permanent

Job Purpose

To lead, develop, implement, and manage the Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and systems in alignment with international standards within a high-risk EPCM environment. The role ensures compliance with statutory regulations, contractual obligations, and global best practices, while driving continuous improvement in HSEQ performance.

Key Qualifications & Certifications

Requirement

Details

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety Management, or related field

Professional Certification

PR CHA (Professional Construction Health and Safety Agent) SACPCMP registered or Certified Safety Manager (CSM)

Preferred Additional Certs

ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 Internal / Lead Auditor

Software Competence

MS Office Suite, HSE Management Systems, Incident Reporting Software, SharePoint

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement HSEQ strategies, frameworks, and action plans across all EPCM project phases.

Monitor and enforce compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality legislation, standards, and policies.

Act as the lead interface with contractors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders on HSEQ matters.

Lead root cause analyses and investigations for incidents, accidents, and non-conformances.

Manage audit schedules and conduct internal and external audits (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001).

Develop training materials and deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and awareness programs.

Analyze HSEQ performance data, prepare reports, and provide insight-driven recommendations.

Maintain documentation and certification compliance related to PR CHA or CSM designations.

Drive risk management processes including hazard identification, risk assessments, and mitigation planning.

Provide leadership and mentoring to the HSEQ team across multiple project sites.

Experience Requirements

Requirement

Details

Years of Experience

Minimum 810 years in a senior HSEQ role within EPCM or heavy industry

Key Exposure

Multi-disciplinary projects, shutdowns, new builds, cross-border work

Regulatory Knowledge

OHS Act, Environmental Management Acts, Construction Regulations, ISO Standards

Stakeholder Management

Proven experience engaging with clients, contractors, auditors, and government bodies

Core Competencies

Strong leadership and decision-making skills

Analytical thinking and report writing ability

High-level verbal and written communication skills

Conflict resolution and negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple EPCM project sites

Remuneration

Market-related salary package

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