Country HSSEQ Lead

Kapiri, Zambia

Full Time

Mid Level

About Us

Alistair Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing service companies, delivering end-to-end logistics solutions with core strengths in road freight, material handling, customs clearance, warehousing, offshore/onshore equipment rental, and specialized inspection services.

With over 400 employees across 16 countries, we are expanding rapidly and are driven by our vision:
“To be known as the company that makes Africa work better.”

Our values of Honesty, Customer Focus, Continual Improvement, Humility, and Safety guide everything we do.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced HSSEQ Lead to oversee and implement Health, Safety, Security, Environmental, and Quality systems across our operations in Zambia.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with international standards, driving continual improvement, and fostering a strong HSSEQ culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day HSSEQ operations, policies, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) standards.
Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring corrective actions are tracked and closed.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and reporting.
Deliver HSSEQ training, including emergency response and security awareness.
Support waste management, environmental compliance, and business continuity planning.
Engage with regulatory bodies, clients, and internal teams to maintain high HSSEQ standards.
Regular travel to operational sites to provide on-the-ground support and oversight.

Qualifications & Experience

8+ years’ experience (5+ in QHSE, 3+ in logistics and lifting operations).
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (essential).
NEBOSH / SAMTRAC certification (preferred).
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
Experience in auditing HSSEQ systems (preferred).
Certified Trainer/Assessor.
Defensive Driving experience/certification is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing company with operations across Africa.
Opportunity to drive meaningful impact in safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Work with a team committed to excellence, growth, and innovation.

The Company reserves the right to withdraw from the recruitment process at any time, at its sole discretion. The sharing of any aptitude test, assessment, or invitation to an interview does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee any future employment with the Company. Candidates acknowledge that progression through any stage of the recruitment process does not imply or ensure an eventual offer of employment.

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