QHSE Officer

1. Role Purpose

The QHSE Officer is responsible for ensuring that AmSpec’s Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards are implemented, monitored, and continuously improved across all operational and laboratory activities.

The position works closely with Operations, Laboratory, HR & Admin, and Commercial teams to foster a strong safety culture, ensure accreditation readiness, and uphold consistent service quality to clients.

2. Key Responsibilities

Quality (QMS & ISO Standards)

• Implement and monitor the Quality Management System across inspection and laboratory activities.
• Support preparation, maintenance, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001, and EIAC/ENAS requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including documentation, corrective actions, and follow-ups.
• Ensure test methods, calibration records, SOPs, and work instructions are updated and adhered to.
• Conduct quality checks on inspection reports and laboratory results prior to release when needed.
• Monitor non-conformities, customer complaints, and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA).

Health & Safety

• Support implementation of HSE policies, emergency response plans, and risk assessments across branches for both safety and security.
• Conduct regular site, laboratory, and office inspections to ensure safe working conditions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, induction training, and safety briefings for employees and contractors.
• Monitor use of PPE, compliance with safe work procedures, and enforce safety discipline.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and occupational hazards, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
• Maintain HSE registers: risk assessments, MSDS, incident logs, training records, etc.

Environment

• Monitor and support compliance with environmental obligations, including waste handling, disposal, and chemical storage.
• Ensure adherence to environmental permits, client requirements, and local regulations.
• Promote environmental awareness and sustainability practices across operations and labs.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain all QHSE documentation, records, and logs in accordance with AmSpec’s standards and accreditation requirements.
• Prepare monthly QHSE dashboards and KPIs for management.
• Support branches during regulatory and accreditation inspections.
• Issue alerts, memos, and awareness communications related to QHSE.
• Champions correct systems utilization and process flow across departments

Operational Support

• Participate in readiness checks for new projects, new country entries, or new laboratory setups.
• Coordinate with HR for HSE training, medical tests, and competence records.
• Ensure contractors, suppliers, and visitors comply with QHSE requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs.
• Support client KPI and reporting ad hoc requirements

Acts a key contact for process improvement and development from QHSE standpoint

Interested candidates please send your CV to hr.mozambique@amspecgroup.com