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Organization Background

Kascco Ltd specializes in Contract Mining, Civil construction, Drilling, Crushing, and screening, projects (Bulk earth works) and Plant hire. For over 14 years, Kascco Ltd has been offering its clients a series of potential solutions adapted to each of their sites and coping with stringent logistical constraints. Our team includes some of the most highly skilled and experienced professionals in the industry. Kascco prides themselves in their ability to transport and hire quality construction and mining machinery to their clients as well as the execution of highly quality construction and mining projects. Quality policy statement Kascco concentrates on providing its customers with quality products. To this end the group mobilizes its management skills and uses its resources in the most efficient and cost-effective manner to produce projects of the required standard and quality.

In addition to its core operations in the mining sector, the company has built a strong and reputable presence in the transport industry. For over 10 years, it has successfully operated a dedicated transport division, providing reliable trucking services both locally and internationally. This division supports internal logistics as well as external clients, facilitating efficient movement of goods across regional and cross-border routes. This diversification reflects the company’s commitment to operational excellence, reliability, and sustained growth.

Kascco limited, is an equal opportunity employer.

We are therefore inviting applications to fill the below vacant position for our Kalumbila Sentinel Site.

1.    HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SUPERINTENDENT X 1

This position reports to the Project Manager. Successful candidate will be responsible for the below duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Mine Health and Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance with the Mines and Minerals Development Act, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and company HSE standards.
• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE policies, procedures, standards, and safe work practices.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Facilitate hazard identification, risk assessments (HIRA), and implementation of appropriate control measures.
• Monitor Critical Risk Management (CRM) and Life Saving Rules compliance.
• Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences.
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and monitored.
• Monitor contractor HSE performance and ensure contractor compliance.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness and response plans, including emergency drills.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions.
• Monitor environmental performance, including waste management, air quality, water quality, noise, dust, and rehabilitation activities.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring programmes and reporting.
• Promote pollution prevention and environmental conservation initiatives.
• Ensure hazardous materials are stored, transported, and disposed of safely.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities on environmental compliance matters.
• Coordinate occupational health surveillance programmes.
• Promote employee wellness initiatives.
• Monitor workplace exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, vibration, and other occupational hazards.
• Coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring programmes.
• Supervise HSE Officers, Safety Inspectors, and Environmental Officers.
• Mentor and develop HSE personnel.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the mine.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and annual HSE reports.
• Maintain statutory registers and records.
• Coordinate internal and external HSE audits.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

·      Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety.

·      Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Health, Safety and Environment within the mining industry.

·      At least 3 years in a supervisory or superintendent-level position.

·      Experience in open-pit mining operations.

·      Proven experience implementing HSE Management Systems.

·       Strong knowledge of incident investigation methodologies and risk management Knowledge of Zambia’s mining regulations and HSE standards is an advantage.

·      Must have a valid driver’s license.