# Project Sherq Officer

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Company: Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc

Category: Administration & Office Support

Location: Malawi, Chikwawa

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-09-19

Expires: 2026-09-30

## Job Description

ILLOVO SUGAR (MALAWI) PLCTiwaleGrow together and positively impact people's livesWE’RE HIRINGPosition: Project SHERQ OfficerOrg Unit: Estate Project Management OfficeReporting: Resident EngineerLocation: Nchalo – Shire Valley Transformation ProjectJob Category: Fixed Term Contract (23 Months)Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country’s leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars; employing more than 9000 employees. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group; a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).Duties and ResponsibilitiesImplements the project SHERQ Management Plan, develops site-specific procedures and risk controls, and ensures uniform safety standards across all major contractors.Administers Permit-to-Work systems (excavation, confined spaces, hot work), verifies utility clearances, and enforces trench safety measures such as shoring, barricading, and signage.Performs routine site audits, safety walks, and hazard assessments specifically targeting excavation works, pipe laying, and heavy lifting operations.Aligns operations with Malawi occupational health and safety requirements and MEPA ESMP standards, managing controls for erosion, soil, waste, dust, noise, and water protection.Directs accident, near-miss, and root-cause investigations, tracks corrective actions, and maintains emergency response plans and drills.Leads site inductions, task briefings, and toolbox talks for all personnel while promoting safety awareness campaigns and supervising contractor SHERQ teams.Participates in constructability/risk meetings with site managers, oversees GRP piping safety/quality controls, and escalates critical risks directly to the Construction Manager.Compiles monthly HSE statistical reports, tracks man-hours and injury metrics (LTIs, medical cases), analyzes trend data, and maintains official SHERQ compliance registers for project leadership.Job RequirementsDiploma/Degree in occupational health and safety, Engineering or equivalent. Those with a SAMTRAC /NEBOSH qualification; ISO 9001/Lead Auditor qualification will have an advantage.5-10 years experience in Occupational Health and Safety, preferably in a construction environment.Good communication skills (Verbal and Written), with the ability to engage and influence others; project management skills, good working knowledge with community stakeholders.How to ApplyPlease send your application letters together with detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees and National ID to:The Human Resources Mill Head, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) Plc, Private Bag 50, Blantyre.Or through email: nchalohr@illovo.co.zaClosing date for receiving application letters is 30th September 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.SUGAR IS OUR BUSINESS BUT PEOPLE ARE OUR SWEETEST ASSETS.

## Requirements

Apply by email: nchalohr@illovo.co.za

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