Globeleq, as the Owner of the Kafue Solar PV Project, intends to commence construction of a 40MW/54MWp solar PV project and associated 33kV overhead line grid connection. The Project is located on the outskirts of Kafue Town, south of Lusaka, in Zambia.The Project is well advanced in its develo...
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Globeleq, as the Owner of the Kafue Solar PV Project, intends to commence construction of a 40MW/54MWp solar PV project and associated 33kV overhead line grid connection.
The Project is located on the outskirts of Kafue Town, south of Lusaka, in Zambia.
The Project is well advanced in its development including contractor selection, planning permissions, site studies, land agreements, and financing and project agreements.
Financing is being arranged through development financing institutions and sponsor equity.
A single EPC construction company will construct the Project under a bespoke turn-key EPC contract.
Construction is expected to commence around July-August 2025 with a target construction period of 12 months. Certain early works will commence during Q2 2025.
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Main Purpose of Role
The HSE Manager forms part of the Employer’s construction management team which monitors and enforces the construction contractor’s contractual obligations.
The primary purpose is to ensure the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of health and safety systems and processes on the construction project and safeguarding the wellbeing of all stakeholders on-site. The HSE Manager will ensure that the project complies with Zambian health, safety and environmental legislation, Globeleq HSESS requirements, lender requirements, good industry international practices (GIIP) and all relevant local and international legislation.
The role will work close with the Employer’s team and the EPC Contractor and subcontractors.
Direct experience in the construction of power projects in emerging markets with a track record of delivery. Qualification:
Tertiary level qualification in a health and safety &/or environment
NEBOSH Construction Diploma in Health & Safety &/or in Environment equivalent
Registration with a recognised H&S professional body (advantageous).
Additional certifications such as ISO 45001 (advantageous).
First Aid and Fire Safety certifications (advantageous).
Experience:
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in managing HSE on construction projects of similar technology, scale and nature
Strong knowledge of applicable country legislative requirements
Proven track record of managing HSE compliance on medium to large construction projects.
Ability to evaluate and audit construction site documentation and develop and approve
Skills:
Strong managerial and decision-making skills,
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Fluent in English,
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams,
Analytical and problem-solving abilities,
Attention to detail and excellent reporting skills,
Ability to work independently and under pressure,
Computer literate (MS Office Suite).
Competencies:
Contractor HSE management,
Construction HSE management,
Knowledge of country regulatory requirements,
Risk assessment and hazard identification,
Investigation and incident management,
Leadership and stakeholder management,
Decision-making and ethical practice,
Understanding of international HSES requirements (in particular the IFC Performance Standards, the Equator Principles and World Bank EHS Guidelines) and their application in a project development and construction setting,
Understanding of the labour and working conditions requirements of IFC Performance Standard 2,
Ability to work remotely whilst successfully achieving deliverable-based outcomes through a virtual team,
Proactive and driven approach to work, taking ownership of the tasks required to be completed under their remit,
An ability to be both process focused, and outcome orientated,
An ability to adopt a collaborative approach. site safety requirements, emergency preparedness and fire safety plans.
