PROJECT SHEQ OFFICER

OVERVIEW

Mota-Engil Malawi invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Project SHEQ Officer, based at its M1 Road Rehabilitation Project in Chatoloma, Kasungu District.

The successful candidate will lead Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) activities on the project, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, client requirements and relevant safety standards.

JOB TYPE: Full Time

Date Posted: Monday, 2nd November 2026

Opening Date: Thursday, 29th October 2026

Application Deadline: Sunday, 8th November 2026

Duty Station: Chatoloma, Kasungu District

Reports to: Market SHEQ Manager

POSITION: PROJECT SHEQ OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY

The Project SHEQ Officer will support the implementation and monitoring of health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and risk-management measures throughout the M1 Road Rehabilitation Project.

The role involves coordinating safety activities, conducting inspections, providing training, investigating incidents, monitoring subcontractors and maintaining SHEQ documentation to promote a safe and compliant working environment.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project SHEQ Officer will be responsible for:

• Identifying applicable legislation and ensuring that project procedures and plans comply with legal requirements.
• Supporting the Project Manager in identifying health and safety risks and implementing appropriate preventive and mitigation measures.
• Preparing and submitting SHEQ reports to the Project Manager and Market SHEQ Manager.
• Leading SHEQ activities on the project to ensure compliance with client requirements and relevant authorities.
• Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act and other applicable legislation.
• Coordinating employee safety training, assisting in the preparation of risk assessments and conducting daily safety toolbox talks.
• Monitoring SHEQ performance of subcontractors, employees and visitors, ensuring that all personnel undergo site induction before commencing work.
• Maintaining safety records, registers and inspection checklists.
• Ensuring appropriate safety signs and notices are displayed and that required inspections are conducted on schedule.
• Planning and chairing SHEQ meetings.
• Investigating and reporting serious and critical personal injury accidents and assisting in investigating incidents involving substantial damage to company vehicles and property.
• Monitoring health and safety standards and maintaining project SHEQ performance indicators.
• Compiling and updating health, safety and environmental documentation.
• Managing Safety Representatives.
• Identifying non-conformities, improvement opportunities and good practices.
• Supporting internal SHEQ audits involving project teams, subcontractors and suppliers, and following up on improvement actions.
• Performing any other duties assigned from time to time.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ).

Professional Experience

Applicants should possess the following experience:

• Preferably a minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ).
• Experience in the construction or civil engineering sector is preferred.
• At least five (5) years of experience in road construction and infrastructure projects.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation and standards.
• Ability to prepare risk assessments, SHEQ reports and safety documentation.
• Strong incident investigation, monitoring and reporting skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications to Mota-Engil Malawi through either of the following methods:

1. Email Application

Email: hrmalawi@mota-engil.mw

2. Postal Application

Mota-Engil Malawi

Nasra House, 1st Floor

City Centre

P.O. Box 31379

Lilongwe 3, Malawi.

Telephone: +265 1773 738

Closing Date: Sunday, 8th November 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.