GIWEPO – Integrated People and Organizational Management

Job Opportunity: HSE Officer

Location: Angola
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Oil & Gas | Engineering | Construction | Industrial Operations

About GIWEPO

GIWEPO – Integrated People and Organizational Management is a leading Human Resources and Recruitment Consultancy specializing in sourcing highly qualified professionals for major energy, engineering, construction, logistics, and industrial projects across Africa.

We are currently recruiting, on behalf of our client, an experienced Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer to support operational excellence and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in Angola.

Position Summary

The HSE Officer will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. The successful candidate will promote a strong safety culture, conduct inspections and audits, investigate incidents, and provide guidance to employees and contractors in accordance with company policies and applicable legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct routine workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with local legislation, client requirements, and international HSE standards.
• Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and safety awareness training.
• Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and prepare detailed investigation reports.
• Develop and monitor corrective action plans arising from audits and incident investigations.
• Monitor environmental performance and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills and emergency response planning.
• Maintain HSE records, statistics, and monthly performance reports.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives and a proactive safety culture.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders on HSE matters.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience within the Oil & Gas, Construction, Mining, Manufacturing, or Industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Experience conducting HSE audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Experience developing risk assessments and safe work procedures.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

Candidates holding one or more of the following certifications will have a distinct advantage:

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)
• NEBOSH International Diploma
• IOSH Managing Safely
• ISO 45001 Internal or Lead Auditor
• ISO 14001 Internal or Lead Auditor
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Fire Fighting Certification
• Incident Investigation Training
• Risk Assessment Certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Occupational Health and Safety Management
• Environmental Management Systems
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
• Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
• Emergency Response Planning
• Contractor HSE Management
• Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS)
• Permit to Work (PTW) Systems
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Toolbox Talks and Safety Training
• Legal Compliance Monitoring
• HSE Reporting and Performance Analysis

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Integrity and Professionalism
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Planning and Organization
• Critical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Commitment to Safety Excellence

Location

Angola

Application Process

Qualified candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to:

admin@giwepo.com

Email Subject:
HSE Officer – Angola

Recruitment Notice

GIWEPO is committed to promoting equal employment opportunities based on merit, competence, and business requirements.

Angolan candidates are preferred for this position. However, all suitably qualified candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment and selection process.

If you have not been contacted within 15 calendar days after submitting your application, please consider that your application has not been successful for this recruitment process. Your CV will, however, remain securely stored in our Talent Database and may be considered for future opportunities that match your qualifications and experience.

Recruitment Team

GIWEPO – Integrated People and Organizational Management
admin@giwepo.com
https://www.careers-page.com/giwepo-africa-recruitment-agency

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