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Bata Shoe CompanySafety Officer
The Zimbabwe Bata Shoe Company is hiring a Safety Officer to be based in Gweru. This on-site role involves supporting the Head of Sustainability in embedding…
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The Zimbabwe Bata Shoe Company is hiring a Safety Officer to be based in Gweru. This on-site role involves supporting the Head of Sustainability in embedding an Environment, Health and Safety management system across company sites located in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia. The successful candidate will work to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize operational risks, and foster a consistent safety culture in line with regional and global strategies. The position is…
Job Description
The Zimbabwe Bata Shoe Company is hiring a Safety Officer to be based in Gweru. This on-site role involves supporting the Head of Sustainability in embedding an Environment, Health and Safety management system across company sites located in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia. The successful candidate will work to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize operational risks, and foster a consistent safety culture in line with regional and global strategies.
The position is suited for professionals with a background in manufacturing, warehousing, retail, or related operational settings. Key duties span safety policy implementation, conducting risk assessments such as HIRA and JSA, leading incident investigations using root-cause methodology, monitoring compliance, and managing contractor safety. Additional responsibilities include overseeing emergency preparedness, driving environmental initiatives related to energy, water, and waste, and delivering staff training on statutory and non-statutory EHS practices.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and legal registers aligned with Zimbabwean legislation and Bata global standards
- Lead HIRA, JSA, and machinery risk assessments while supporting process safety reviews
- Conduct routine site inspections, internal audits, and regulatory compliance checks
- Lead incident, accident, and asset damage investigations using root-cause methodology
- Deliver and track statutory and non-statutory EHS training for employees and on-site contractors
- Manage contractor EHS including prequalification, inductions, permit-to-work controls, and daily checks
- Maintain site emergency response plans, coordinate drills, and ensure equipment readiness
- Track energy, water, waste, and hazardous materials to support environmental reduction targets
Requirements
- Minimum of three years of EHS experience in manufacturing, warehousing, retail, or operational environments
- Bachelor degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Strong working knowledge of Zimbabwean occupational safety, health, and environmental legislation
- Practical experience engaging with Zimbabwean regulatory authorities and service providers such as NSSA, EMA, and ZERA
- Familiarity with HIRA, JSA, LOTO, permit-to-work systems, incident investigation, and ISO 45001 or 14001 standards
Qualifications
- NEBOSH International General Certificate
- OSHEMAC, IOSH, and/or SAMTRAC professional qualifications
- First Aid, Fire-Warden, and Incident Investigation certificates
Core Skills
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this job located?
The position is based at The Zimbabwe Bata Shoe Company in Gweru, with operations extending to sites in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia.
Is this a remote role?
The posting specifies that the role is on-site based in Gweru.
What is the employment type?
The employment type is full-time.
What is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted on or before 22 November 2026.
What salary is offered?
The salary is not stated in the job posting.
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