Job Locations ZA-Kathu, Northern Cape

Job ID

2026-2463

Category

HSSE

Location : City

Kathu, Northern Cape

Location : Country (Full Name)

South Africa

HSSE Manager

MOGOBE & HARU BESS, South Africa

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

Ready to make an impact?

Why this role matters

As HSSE Manager, you will facilitate the development, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the project's Health, Safety, Security, and Environment management system, ensuring compliance with Scatec standards, legal requirements, and international best practice while fostering a strong safety culture.

What you'll be doing

• In collaboration with management and the Health and Safety Agent, ensure compliance with applicable legislation and other requirements.
• Ensure legal permits are in place, maintain, compliance and develop, implement and continual improve the project HSSE management system documentation.
• Keep informed of new regulatory developments and other safety issues and to disseminate such information as required.
• Report accomplishments, results, problem areas and deficiencies to management with recommendations for corrective actions where needed.
• Assist management to ensure effective implementation of the project's HSSE program and continual improvement.
• Supervise the HSSE Program and assume authority of monitoring and enforcing the elements of the program.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing project HSSE team to ensure effective implementation of safety policies on-site.
• Establish communications systems encouraging worker participation in identifying and correcting HSSE hazards.
• Ensure all accidents and incidents are reported, investigated and mitigation measures implemented accordingly and encourage an open attitude towards reporting of incidents and creating an environment for discussions of incidents including sharing lessons learned
• Plan and execute HSSE internal audits and participate on external audits and ensure that audit recommendations are effectively implemented.
• Liaison with authorities and other stakeholders regarding project's HSSE management and report to management

Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes.

What you'll gain

• Professional growth through ownership and meaningful contribution.
• Hands-on experience in a global renewable energy business.
• Leadership responsibility on a major BESS construction project.
• Opportunity to shape a positive HSSE culture.

What you'll bring

• Education: University Degree or equivalent and/or valid qualification on environment, occupational health, and safety
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction HSSE management and registered as CHSM with SACPCMP
• Language: fluent both in written and spoken English
• Valid SACPCMP registration as a Construction Health and Safety Manager
• In depth understanding of a risk based HSSE management system
• Team player, building a positive HSSE culture
• Knowledge of international standards related to HSSE (i.e., ISO 14001, ISO 45001, etc.)
• Knowledge of IFC’s HSSE guidelines, IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, and HSE laws and regulations

For this particular role we also expect

• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and perform job tasks independently
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain perspective in the midst of changing timelines and rapid decision making.
• Detail-oriented and capable of driving multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and ability to work closely with members of different business groups and functions of a global company at all levels

Additional information:

• Must be able to work in an open plan environment
• Must be able to work extended hours when required
  Must have valid Public SA driver's licence.

What it's like to work at Scatec

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.

If you are motivated by building a strong safety culture, leading high-performing teams, and making a lasting impact on renewable energy projects, this could be a strong next step in your career.

What we offer

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition. We are continuously evolving as a digital and data-driven organisation, leveraging technology and AI to improve how we work and create value for our teams.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.

We review applications on an ongoing basis.

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