# Project Sherq Officer Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/project-sherq-officer Company: Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc / TiiwaleOrganizational Unit: Estate Project Management OfficeReporting To: Resident Engineer Category: Administration & Office Support Location: Malawi Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-09-12 Expires: 2026-09-30 ## Job Description Home About Contact Jobs Blogs Login Home About Contact Jobs Blogs Login Home Jobs Project Sherq Officer Project Sherq Officer Posted on September 12, 2026 | Job ID: 3753 Application Deadline: 18 days left ### Job Description Position: Project SHERQ OfficerCompany: Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc / TiiwaleOrganizational Unit: Estate Project Management OfficeReporting To: Resident EngineerLocation: Nchalo – Shire Valley Transformation Project, MalawiJob Category: Fixed Term Contract (23 Months)Qualifications & Requirements:Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or equivalentThose with a SAMTRAC/NEBOSH qualification; ISO 9001/Lead Auditor qualification will have an advantage5–10 years' experience in Occupational Health and Safety, preferably in a construction environmentGood communication skills (Verbal and Written), with the ability to engage and influence othersProject management skillsGood working knowledge with community stakeholdersKey Duties & Responsibilities:Implements the project SHERQ Management Plan, develops site-specific procedures and risk controls, and ensures uniform safety standards across all major contractorsAdministers Permit-to-Work systems (excavation, confined spaces, hot work), verifies daily clearances, and enforces trench safety measures such as shoring, barricading, and signagePerforms routine site audits, safety walks, and hazard assessments specifically targeting excavation works, pipe laying, and heavy lifting operationsAligns operations with Malawi occupational health and safety requirements and MEPA ESMP standards, managing controls for erosion, soil, waste, dust, noise, and water protectionDirects accident, near-miss, and root-cause investigations, tracks corrective actions, and maintains emergency response plans and drillsLeads site inductions, task briefings, and toolbox talks for all personnel while promoting safety awareness campaigns and supervising contractor SHERQ teamsParticipates in constructability/risk meetings with site managers, oversees GRP piping safety/quality controls, and escalates critical risks directly to the Construction ManagerCompiles monthly HSE statistical reports, tracks man-hours and injury metrics (LTIs, medical cases), analyzes trend data, and maintains official SHERQ compliance registers for project leadershipHow to Apply:Please send your application letters together with a detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees and National ID to:The Human Resources Mill HeadIllovo Sugar (Malawi) PlcPrivate Bag 50BlantyreOr through email: nchalohr@illovo.co.zaClosing Date: 30th September 2026Additional Information:Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledgedIllovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to applyIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country's leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars; employing more than 9,000 employeesIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group; a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF)Sugar is our business but people are our sweetest assets Apply Now Apply directly via email Auto Apply Register for automated application Save Job Save this job for later Job Highlights Not specified Not specified Competitive Closing: October 1, 2026 18 days left Other Jobs Procurement Officer New Posted: September 12, 2026 View Driver New Posted: September 12, 2026 View Revenue Accountant New Posted: September 12, 2026 View Electrician New Posted: September 12, 2026 View Head Teacher New Posted: September 12, 2026 View Apply Apply directly via email Auto Apply Register for automated application Jobs Return to jobs list Mvungi Automated Job Application System by ICTech Computer Solutions. Helping Malawians reach opportunities with ease and dignity. Contact Us +265 882 659 516 info@ictechmw.com Blantyre, Malawi Follow Us Follow us on Facebook Follow us on X Subscribe to our YouTube channel Chat with us on WhatsApp Subscribe Subscribe Subscribe to our newsletter Get our latest updates and tips straight to your inbox! © 2026 Mvungi | All Rights Reserved. Developed by ICTech Computer Solutions Back to Top Scroll to Top ## Requirements Apply by email: nchalohr@illovo.co.za ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.