Safety Spotter – Zambia Sugar PLC

Company: Zambia Sugar PLC (An ABF Sugar Company)
Location: Mazabuka, Southern Province, Zambia
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract

About the Company

Zambia Sugar PLC, an ABF Sugar Company, is Zambia's leading sugar producer and one of the country's largest agribusiness organizations. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence. As part of Project Twazabuka, Zambia Sugar is seeking a qualified and safety-conscious professional to join its SHERQ team as a Safety Spotter.

Job Summary

Reporting to the SHERQ Manager, the Safety Spotter will play a key role in promoting a strong safety culture by identifying workplace hazards, supporting compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting inspections, and assisting with the implementation of SHERQ management systems across Project Twazabuka.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily patrols to identify and report unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.

• Perform Daily Safety Inspections (DSIs) and facilitate near-miss reporting.

• Lead Planned Task Observations (PTOs) and Critical Control Verification (CCV) activities.

• Review contractors' safety files to ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.

• Support accident prevention initiatives and behaviour-based safety programmes.

• Promote awareness of SHERQ responsibilities among employees, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Deliver toolbox talks, HSE training sessions, and safety awareness campaigns.

• Support the implementation of the ABF Integrated Risk Management System (IRMS).

• Ensure compliance with SHERQ, Food Safety, Competition Law, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) policies.

• Be available to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies when required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.

• Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or an equivalent qualification.

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field is an added advantage.

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate will be an added advantage.

• Membership with ZOHSA, HPCZ, or the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in occupational safety within agribusiness, manufacturing, construction, mining, or a related industry.

• Knowledge of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental (OHS&E) management systems, preferably ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.

• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• All academic qualifications must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety practices.

• Excellent hazard identification and risk assessment skills.

• Good leadership and teamwork abilities.

• Effective communication and presentation skills.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

• High level of integrity and commitment to workplace safety.