QHSE Officer

General information

  QHSE Officer 

General informations

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, sea and rail) in Africa.
The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leader in maritime transport and logistics. With expertise developed over more than a century and more than 23,000 employees in 50 countries, including 3,000 in Cameroon, AGL provides its African and global customers with comprehensive, customised and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of making a lasting contribution to Africa's transformation.
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Would you like to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its projects?

Join AGL, the benchmark multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!

Job description

 Job Title 

HSE
QHSE Officer

 Contract Type

PERMANENT

 Job Location

Africa, Zimbabwe, HARARE

 Working Hours                        

Full time

Mission Description                      

Job Purpose
To support and maintain the organisation's Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) systems, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, company standards, and ISO requirements. The role is responsible for coordinating safety and quality processes, supporting audits, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring adherence to safe and quality work practices across operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Workplace Safety & Compliance Monitoring
• Conduct routine workplace inspections to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and non-compliance
• Monitor adherence to safety procedures, PPE usage, and safe work practices
• Report risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed out
2. Risk Assessment & Control Measures
• Support hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRA)
• Assist in reviewing and updating risk assessments
• Monitor implementation and effectiveness of control measures
3. Incident Reporting and Investigation
• Coordinate reporting and recording of incidents, accidents, and near misses
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Track and monitor corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
4. ISO Systems and Compliance
• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO systems (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Assist in document control, ensuring policies, procedures, and records are up to date
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external ISO audits
• Track audit findings and ensure timely close-out of non-conformances
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned to ISO standards
5. Quality Control & Assurance
• Monitor operational activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures
• Conduct quality inspections and identify non-conformances
• Support implementation of corrective actions for quality deviations
• Assist in maintaining quality control plans and procedures
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
6. Audits & Inspections
• Conduct and support internal QHSE audits and inspections
• Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections
• Compile audit reports and monitor corrective action plans
7. Safety & Quality Communication
• Promote QHSE awareness across the business
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and quality awareness sessions
• Encourage reporting of hazards, incidents, and quality issues
8. Emergency Preparedness
• Coordinating emergency procedures and evacuation drills.
• Ensure emergency equipment is accessible and inspected.
• Support emergency response planning.
9. QHSE Administration & Reporting
• Maintain QHSE records, registers, and documentation
• Compile QHSE reports and performance metrics for management
• Track KPIs related to safety, quality, and compliance

 

Profile

Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 ‘O' Levels including English and Mathematics (‘A' Levels advantageous)
• Relevant qualification in QHSE, Safety Management, or a related field
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent safety qualification (advantageous)
• Working knowledge of ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Basic knowledge of Zimbabwean occupational health and safety legislation (e.g. Factories and Works Act [Chapter 14:08])
• Emergency response training (First Aid, Fire Fighting, and Evacuation Planning)
• 3–5 years' experience in a QHSE or operational environment
• Experience in a logistics and supply chain environment (preferred)