ROLE PROFILE

Position: Environmental Health & Safety Officer (EHS001)

Business: Seba Foods Zambia Limited

Work-level: Middle Management (M3)

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Reports to: Head of Operations

Job purpose

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Officer occupies a critical position in the strategic development, rigorous implementation, and stringent enforcement of EHS protocols. Working in close coordination with the Head of Operations and the Quality Manager, the EHS Officer is entrusted with the continuous assessment and meticulous oversight of workplace environments, machinery, and operational processes to ensure unwavering adherence to statutory regulations and globally recognized industry benchmarks. Moreover, the incumbent is expected to demonstrate a profound and continuously updated comprehension of legislative advancements and regulatory frameworks, proactively integrating emerging governmental policies aimed at fortifying occupational health and workplace safety.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in local and regional action planning within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure all personnel comply with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct training and demonstrations on fire safety and extinguisher use.
• Perform regular inspections of firefighting equipment and maintain inspection logs.
• Oversee housekeeping standards across all areas.
• Monitor heavy lifting operations for proper execution.
• Identify and report safety violations and hazards.
• Complete inspection reports for equipment as required.
• Ensure operational quality within the assigned area.
• Perform professional activities relevant to the role.
• Oversee the completion of routine and daily tasks.
• Ensure visitor safety and compliance with safety procedures.
• Promote a culture of safety for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Develop and maintain a system for tracking Lost Time Injuries (LTI) and accident reports.
• Implement a system for monitoring safety and environmental compliance.
• Develop and communicate safety procedures to staff.
• Establish an effective plant security system to manage emergencies.
• Implement strict defensive driving measures and enforce driver regulations.
• Assist department heads and plant management in accident investigations.
• Support management in coordinating safety training activities.
• Prepare safety procedures in collaboration with the Agreement Manager.
• Enforce plant rules and policies.
• Report any safety abnormalities to management.
• Inspect and ensure vehicle safety.
• Conduct regular safety meetings.

Personal Characteristics & Behavioural Traits

• Takes ownership of responsibilities and demonstrates initiative in enforcing safety standards.
• Thorough and precise in identifying hazards, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Anticipates risks, takes preventive action, and resolves safety concerns efficiently.
• Clearly articulates safety policies, conducts training, and effectively communicates with all levels of staff.
• Works well with colleagues, department heads, and external stakeholders to foster a strong safety culture.
• Upholds honesty and professionalism in all safety-related matters.
• Demonstrates a high level of drive and commitment to achieving safety objectives.
• Remains composed and responsive under high-pressure situations, especially during emergencies.
• Effectively manages multiple safety initiatives, inspections, and reporting deadlines.
• Keeps up to date with evolving health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices.

Key Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–4 years of experience as a Health and Safety Officer, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience in developing and implementing workplace health and safety policies.
• Previous involvement in risk assessments, accident investigations, and safety audits.
• In-depth knowledge of Zambian statutory regulations related to environmental, health, and safety compliance, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Factories Act, and ZEMA (Zambia Environmental Management Agency) regulations.
• Familiarity with international HSE standards, such as ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System).
• Strong understanding of workplace hazard identification, risk mitigation, and emergency response planning.
• Knowledge of waste management, pollution control, and environmental sustainability practices.
• Industry-Specific Skills:
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is an advantage.
• Knowledge of machine safety, fire safety, hazardous material handling, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance.
• Ability to conduct workplace inspections, compliance reporting, and occupational health assessments.
• Registered with the Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) in Zambia.
• Membership with a recognized Health, Safety, and Environmental professional body is an added advantage.

• Participate in local and regional action planning within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure all personnel comply with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct training and demonstrations on fire safety and extinguisher use.
• Perform regular inspections of firefighting equipment and maintain inspection logs.
• Oversee housekeeping standards across all areas.
• Monitor heavy lifting operations for proper execution.
• Identify and report safety violations and hazards.
• Complete inspection reports for equipment as required.
• Ensure operational quality within the assigned area.
• Perform professional activities relevant to the role.
• Oversee the completion of routine and daily tasks.
• Ensure visitor safety and compliance with safety procedures.
• Promote a culture of safety for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Develop and maintain a system for tracking Lost Time Injuries (LTI) and accident reports.
• Implement a system for monitoring safety and environmental compliance.
• Develop and communicate safety procedures to staff.
• Establish an effective plant security system to manage emergencies.
• Implement strict defensive driving measures and enforce driver regulations.
• Assist department heads and plant management in accident investigations.
• Support management in coordinating safety training activities.
• Prepare safety procedures in collaboration with the Agreement Manager.
• Enforce plant rules and policies.
• Report any safety abnormalities to management.
• Inspect and ensure vehicle safety.
• Conduct regular safety meetings.

• Ownership of responsibilities and initiative in enforcing safety standards.
• Thoroughness and precision in identifying hazards, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Risk anticipation, preventive action, and efficient resolution of safety concerns.
• Clear articulation of safety policies, effective training delivery, and communication with all staff levels.
• Collaboration with colleagues, department heads, and external stakeholders to foster a strong safety culture.
• Honesty and professionalism in all safety-related matters.
• High level of drive and commitment to achieving safety objectives.
• Composure and responsiveness under high-pressure situations, especially during emergencies.
• Effective management of multiple safety initiatives, inspections, and reporting deadlines.
• Keeping up-to-date with evolving health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices.
• Knowledge of machine safety, fire safety, hazardous material handling, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance.
• Ability to conduct workplace inspections, compliance reporting, and occupational health assessments.

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–4 years of experience as a Health and Safety Officer, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience in developing and implementing workplace health and safety policies.
• Previous involvement in risk assessments, accident investigations, and safety audits.
• In-depth knowledge of Zambian statutory regulations related to environmental, health, and safety compliance, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Factories Act, and ZEMA (Zambia Environmental Management Agency) regulations.
• Familiarity with international HSE standards, such as ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System).
• Strong understanding of workplace hazard identification, risk mitigation, and emergency response planning.
• Knowledge of waste management, pollution control, and environmental sustainability practices.
• Registered with the Occupational Health and Safety Institute (OHSI) in Zambia.
• Membership with a recognized Health, Safety, and Environmental professional body is an added advantage.