HSE O&M Lead (FTC) - De Aar (Northern Cape)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an HSE O&M Lead on a Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) with TotalEnergies, based in De Aar, Northern Cape. The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership, governance, and assurance for Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability (HSES) management across the SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) portfolio. This ensures compliance with legal, shareholder, lender, and company requirements, supporting safe and sustainable operations. **What you will do** * Provide overall HSE and Environmental & Sustainability oversight across SPV operational assets, including Wind, Solar PV, BESS, and associated electrical infrastructure, to meet HSE, E&S KPI targets. * Review, draft, and ensure the implementation of the Contractors' and the Project Company's HSE plans in compliance with Company Rules, local legislation, and International Standards. * Ensure accurate and timely reporting on HSE matters. * Coordinate legal compliance, permit obligations, and company HSE requirements. * Lead implementation and continual improvement of the HSE Management System. * Provide contractor assurance through audits, inspections, reviews, and performance monitoring. * Ensure compliance with environmental, sustainability, and lender requirements. * Lead incident investigations, audit activities, and corrective action management. * Monitor operational risks and escalate significant HSE concerns to management. * Act as the SPV focal point for One Maestro governance, reporting, and action management. * Prepare and present HSE reports to management and SPV governance structures. * Support emergency preparedness, operational readiness, and management of change activities. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Preferably Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental or equivalent qualification. SACPCMP would be advantageous. * 7+ years’ combined HSE experience, preferably in the renewable energy environment or in industrial operations HSE and Security Management Systems. * Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, South African HSE legislation, and environmental requirements in the operations of renewable energy projects and operational sites. * Experience managing HSE Management Systems, with Wind, Solar PV, BESS, and substation operations, will be advantageous. * Take ownership of meeting deadlines and drive tasks to completion. * Strong initiative and the ability to proactively identify required tasks. * Able to work independently and in groups. * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Understanding of MS Project and Primavera project schedules. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong leadership, reporting, and stakeholder management skills. * Proficient in English. * Willingness to travel and spend time on site. * A valid Driver’s license. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced HSE professional with a strong background in leading health, safety, environmental, and sustainability management, particularly within renewable energy or industrial operations. They should hold a relevant diploma or degree, preferably with SACPCMP registration, and possess over seven years of combined HSE experience. Essential qualifications include comprehensive knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and South African HSE legislation relevant to renewable energy projects. The role requires a proactive, self-motivated individual who can work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating strong initiative to drive tasks to completion. Excellent communication, leadership, reporting, and stakeholder management skills are crucial. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, an understanding of project scheduling software, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to travel to site are also required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/hse-o-m-lead-ftc-de-aar-northern-cape-totalenergies Source: myjobmag

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