- POSITION DETAILS
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Position Title:
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Health, Safety & Environment Manager (HSE) Operations & Projects
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``Reports to:
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Head of Health ,Safety & Environment – South Africa
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Department:
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Health , Safety &Environment
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Period:
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Full Time - Local Employment Contract
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Location:
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Bryanston, Johannesburg - South Africa
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CLOSING DATE:
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31st May 2025
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- BACKGROUND
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ENGIE is a major player in the energy transition, whose purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy. With 98,000 employees in 30 countries, the Group covers the entire energy value chain, from production to infrastructures and sales. ENGIE combines complementary activities: renewable electricity and green gas production, flexibility assets (notably batteries), gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks, local energy infrastructures and the supply of energy to individuals, local authorities, and businesses. Every year, ENGIE works to drive forward the energy transition and achieve its net-zero carbon goal by 2045. The Group has been present in Africa for over 50 years.
ENGIE provides expertise in four (4) Global Business Units:
- Renewables & Flex Power - Delivering greener and smarter electrons through renewable energy and flexible power solutions.
- Local Energy Infrastructures - Support customers in achieving significant decarbonisation goals.
- Networks - Expanding and adapting power and gas infrastructure to accommodate the transition to green molecules.
- Supply & Energy Management - Leveraging ENGIE’s global energy assets to deliver secure, sustainable energy to customers.
About ENGIE in South Africa:
- 15 years + presence in South Africa
- First and largest Independent Power Producer (IPP) with more than 1,6 GW in operation
- Over 300 + professionals
- Developed, built and operate the first H2 plant in Africa at Mogalakwena mine
- Founding member of the Hydrogen valley initiative with Anglo American and the Department of Science and Technology
- Operational and Safety excellence across all sites
- Growth Market for ENGIE
In South Africa, ENGIE has a growing involvement and portfolio of operational assets:
- Avon & Dedisa Peaking Power (1005 MW OCGT)
- Xina Solar One (100 MW CSP)
- Kathu Solar Park (100 MW CSP)
- Aurora Wind (95 MW Onshore Wind)
- Golden Valley (117 MW Onshore Wind)
- Excelsior (32 MW Onshore Wind)
- Konkoonsies 2 (75 MW Solar PV)
- Aggeneys (40 MW Solar PV)
- MBP (75 MW Solar PV)
- Grootspruit (75 MW Solar PV) – in construction
- Graspan (75 MW Solar PV) – in construction
- OYA Hybrid (333 MW Solar/ Wind/ BESS) – in construction
For more information please visit: www.engie-africa.com
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- JOB PURPOSE
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The candidate will be responsible to plan, lead, manage and execute on all business operations and projects.
To be able to provide strategic background and skill, whilst ensuring we execute audits, investigations, Incident management within the bounds of the HSE Team
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- Support business in the HSE Policy and Guidelines issue.
- Supports Organization roles and responsibilities definition, for what concerns safety aspects.
- Apply & monitor HSE Management System standard issue.
- Ensures, in accordance with the Corporate guidelines, the implementation, updating, review and auditing of the Company HSE Systems.
- Monitors the effective implementation of appropriate Safety and Environment System procedures and provide for their updating in line with changes in Legislation and Company Directives.
- Provides for motivation and familiarization of all Company personnel respecting the importance of complying with Company system procedures and all Safety equipment provided.
- Assists the Commercial, Engineering and Operations Department in their dealings with Clients in all issues concerned with Health and Safety at work.
- Conducts safety audits both internal and external.
- Takes part in accident / incident investigation.
- Carries out analysis of accident / incident statistics, identifying trends and suggesting improvement plans.
- Provides technical support to Management on any safety related subjects.
- Carries out any in-house safety training.
- Carries out safety audits on Sub-contractors.
- Liaises between Clients on safety related issues.
- Safety related engineering input into new projects and modification programs.
- Performs Risk Assessment.
- Preparation of Health and Safety documentation for new tenders.
- Provides Safety support and advice, including supervision on preparation of plans and procedures for initial contract start up activities.
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- Direct reporting to Head of HSE SOUTH AFRICA
- Existing entities and Projects in South Africa
- Operations and Maintenance
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- QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
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Essential Qualifications:
- Diploma: Safety Management or equivalent
- SAMTRAC or equivalent
- ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certificates are advantageous
- Incident Investigation and Audit
- NOTE: registered with the SACPCMP as a Pr. CHSM
Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
- 5-10 Years work experience in construction or production environment;
Renewable experience (Wind and Solar is advantageous)
- 5 Years HSE management system experience (national and international codes of best practices);
- Deep Legislative Knowledge - OHS Act and Regulations
- Advance Microsoft software experience;
- Document and report writing experience is imperative; EXPERT Level.
- Statistical knowledge on Executive and local Reporting
- Environmental experience will be an advantage
- Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically and strategically, with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Adaptability: Comfortable leading in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and able to adapt to changing business needs.
- Outstanding Audit : Accuracy of information and work product – Report and statistical writing
Language:
- English Language
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
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Business Understanding:
- Experienced working in complex multinational organisations.
- Understanding of the energy sector.
Competencies
- Ensures Accountability - holding self and others accountable to meet commitment.
- Action Oriented - taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Collaborates - building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Persuades - using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.
- Drives Results - consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
- Manages Ambiguity - operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
- Manages Complexity - making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Plans and Aligns - planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Builds Effective Teams - building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
Responsibilities
- Operate to the highest standard of ethics as indicated at ENGIE.
- Assist with strategic HSE planning.
- Assist business lines with internal & external audits.
- Promote and provide HSE related awareness and training as and when required.
- Assist with the implementation and facilitation of the HSE management system.
- Assist with the compilation of HSE statistics.
- Form part of the investigation team with business as requested.
- Ensure business legal compliance.
- Assist with business line management reviews.
- Review the HSE Integrated Management System, documents if needed.
- Assist with risk assessments.
- Assist with compliance to governmental requirements.
Location / travel
- Based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Flexibility to travel throughout South Africa (Regular Projects and operations Travel).
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- GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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- Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures
- Behaves in a responsible way
- Lives and uphold Engie’s values
- Undertakes any other duties as may be requested within reason
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ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.
