IMS Coordinator (Renewable Energy)

Energy Africa Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an IMS Coordinator to enhance the Integrated Management System for an Independent Power Producer focused on renewable energy. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing environmental and social systems, and knowledge of IFC Performance Standards. This role offers the chance to engage with utility-scale projects across Africa, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Benefits

Exposure to renewable energy projects

Engagement with international standards

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience implementing environmental and social management systems.
• Direct experience with IFC Performance Standards and ISO-certified systems.
• Ability to conduct internal audits and manage external audits.

Responsibilities

• Administer the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Conduct internal audits against ISO standards.
• Manage external audits for compliance.
• Develop and monitor corrective action plans.
• Design and draft IMS components.
• Drive IMS implementation and provide project-specific advice.
• Participate in risk assessments and workshops.
• Manage outsourced service provider agreements.

Skills

Risk Management

Environmental Management

Health and Safety Management

Auditing

Report Writing

Systems Thinking

Process Documentation

Fluent English

Education

Qualification in Risk Management or related field

Job description

Introduction

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Overview:

Our client is an Independent Power Producer focused on renewable energy projects across Africa. They are seeking an IMS Coordinator. This role exists to capacitate the IMS team by administering, developing, and assuring the company's Integrated Management System (IMS) and project-specific Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMSs). The position will ensure compliance with international standards such as IFC Performance Standards and various ISO certifications. You will report to the IMS Specialist and play a key part in mitigating risks and driving continual improvement across all operations.

Responsibilities & Requirements

What You’ll Do:

• Administer and maintain the company's Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Conduct internal audits of the IMS and projects against ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 55001, and ESMS obligations.
• Manage external audits for project sites, focusing on environmental, health, safety, and social compliance.
• Develop, monitor, and report on the close-out of corrective action plans for identified non-conformances.
• Design and draft IMS components, including plans, process flows, procedures, and templates.
• Drive IMS implementation by providing capacity building and project-specific advice to internal teams.
• Participate in risk assessments and facilitate workshops to upskill colleagues on IMS standards and procedures.
• Manage the administration of outsourced service providers, including agreements, purchase orders, and invoices.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualification in Risk Management, Environmental Management, Health and Safety Management, or a similar field.
• A minimum of 2–5 years of experience implementing environmental, health, safety, and/or social management systems.
• Direct experience with IFC Performance Standards and/or ISO-certified systems at both a corporate and project level.
• Proficiency in auditing and report writing.
• Experience in systems thinking and process documentation.
• Full professional proficiency in English (read, write, and speak).

What We Offer:

• Exposure to utility-scale renewable energy projects across South Africa and the broader African continent.
• Direct engagement with projects governed by international lender standards, including the Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards.

Interested?