Safety, Health and Training Officer

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Lotus (Africa) Limited is a leading Africa-focused advanced uranium company with significant scale and resources. The Company holds an 85% interest in the Kayelekera Uranium Project in Karonga, Malawi.

Lotus is committed to generating value for its shareholders, customers, and communities where it operates. The Company is situated in Karonga, Malawi and has its headquarters in Perth, Australia. Lotus is undertaking refurbishment and maintenance of the process plant and other facilities in preparation for production to commence in the near future.

Lotus (Africa) Limited invites applications from suitably qualified, energetic, and self-motivated Malawian nationals to join its team at Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District in the position below:

SAFETY, HEALTH & TRAINING OFFICER

Employment Type: Fixed Term (12 months)

JOB PURPOSE

The Safety, Health and Training Officer will be responsible for promoting a safe work environment and implementing health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant legislations, and delivering training programs to enhance employee awareness and capability in safety practices. This role is key to minimizing risks and fostering a culture of safety and continuous learning.

REPORTING TO:

SHRT Superintendent

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and review health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Monitor compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and report findings with recommendations.
• Maintain safety records and documentation, including incident reports and inspection logs.
• Collaborate with management to promote safe work practices and initiatives.
• Liaise with external agencies and regulatory bodies when required.
• Assess training needs and develop safety-related training programs.
• Deliver induction programs and refresher training to new and existing employees.
• Organize workshops, toolbox talks, and safety drills.
• Keep up to date with best practices and regulatory changes, incorporating them into training.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make improvements as necessary.
• Maintain training records and certifications for all staff.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, or a related field
• NEBOSH, NOSA, OSHA, ISO 45001 or equivalent health and safety certification.
• Train-the-Trainer or equivalent training certification (preferred).
• Assessor/Moderator certification (e.g., from an accredited institution) – highly advantageous.
• First Aid, Working at Height, Firefighting, or Emergency Response certifications – advantageous
• 3-5 years of experience in a health and safety or training role in minerals processing, or heavy industrial sector.
• Experience conducting training sessions and safety audits.

CORE COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• In-depth knowledge of mining operations, plant processes, and associated risks.
• Strong understanding of industry regulations and compliance training (e.g., environmental, safety, radiation, legal, etc).
• Ability to conduct training needs analysis and develop job-specific learning paths.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinking to assess training effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Excellent documentation and report-writing skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to implement plans and achieve goals
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated
• Resilient and resourceful
• Performance orientated
• Able to drive a manual light vehicle

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS

• Consistent demonstration of Lotus Core Values.
• Performance Orientation, strongly motivated, leads by example and maintains a high work standard.
• Advanced communications, supervisory, mentoring and training skills.
• Decisive leader, who collaborates actively
• Strong conceptual thinking ability.
• Resilience and Resourcefulness.

How to apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should send their Applications & Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees (with position clearly indicated on the envelope) to:

The Human Resources Manager,
Lotus (Africa) Limited,
Kayelekera Uranium Mine,
P. O. Box 47,
Karonga, Malawi.
Or email to: Lal.jobs@lotusmalawi.com.

Closing date: Tuesday 20th May 2025.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted within thirty (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.