Health and Safety Superintendent – Orano Mining Namibia
Job Description
Orano Mining Namibia is looking to fill this fixed term contract position as part of the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) at Trekkopje mine near Swakopmund, Namibia. The DFS is expected to conclude in late 2027 with a final investment decision on the future of the Project.
Key Responsibilities:
– Managing all the HSE on site for the project, in the view to develop and implement a safety culture based on highest standards.
– Demonstrate excellence in Field Management of HSE (strong field presence and involvement).
– Review the updated procedures based on construction pragmatic approach to make sure they will be fully applicable, with respects to applicable Namibian law and internal group policies.
– Define and implement procedures on site, with appropriate training, coaching but also disciplinary measures if required (golden rules).
– Define and implement integrated HSE management system involving management and members of the team (VDR inspection, anchors), in order to increase safety culture and onboard each member of the team.
– Define and implement necessary KPIs related to the project.
– Implement Pareto, Near miss and HIRP management system to prevent incidents not cause analysis.
– Specify to future contractors (EPC & EPCM) group expectations in terms of HSE and define and implement a system that will engage positively our contractors to safety.
– Define and implement respect of environment in links with applicable law, and group policies.
Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety management
– Certifications HSE (NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, Incident Investigation, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Isolation and Lock Out, and Project Management)
– More than 10 years of experience on similar projects and positions as HSE Superintendent on major construction projects
– Construction proven experience from contract preparation to final hand over to operations
– Perfect knowledge of international standards related to HSE procedures for construction (LOTO, work at height, permit to work)
– Knowledge of Namibian law (work/environment)
– Fluent in English
– Valid Driver’s license
