HSE Manager Job Vacancy at Knauf – June 2025
Working Hours: Full-time
Location: Mkuranga Plant, Tanzania
Company: Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited
Job Type: Full-time
Knauf Gypsum Tanzania Limited is looking for a highly motivated and experienced HSE Manager to join our team at the Mkuranga Plant. This is a great opportunity to advance your career with a leading global manufacturer of construction materials operating in over 90 countries with 41,500 team members across 300 sites.
Knauf is built on opportunity—for people, ideas, and growth. As part of our values-led culture, we foster respect, sustainability, and innovation. We are proud to offer a safe and inclusive environment for all, and this role is key to sustaining that commitment.
Job Summary
The HSE Manager will ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards at the workplace. This role involves implementing HSE strategies, overseeing risk assessments, promoting a safety culture, and ensuring operational compliance with both local and international standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement HSE investment plans aligned with company goals
- Monitor HSE initiatives for effectiveness and compliance
- Conduct safety and environmental risk assessments across processes and equipment
- Collaborate with production teams to manage safety risks during machine operation and maintenance
- Ensure compliance with national and international standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO)
- Oversee safe handling and storage of hazardous materials
- Deliver HSE training programs (PPE use, machine safety, hazard communication)
- Promote safety awareness through campaigns, workshops, and toolbox talks
- Conduct regular safety inspections and maintain audit records
- Lead internal/external ISO audits and manage documentation
- Present monthly HSE reports and KPIs to management
- Manage the annual HSE budget and analyze performance
- Coordinate cross-functional safety programs and manage contractors’ compliance
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, Safety Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of HSE experience in the manufacturing or construction industry
- Knowledge of HSE regulations and ISO standards
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and team coordination abilities
- Familiarity with hazardous material management and safety documentation
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Health insurance cover
- Year-end performance benefit
- A values-driven workplace culture
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Inclusion and Diversity
At Knauf, we are committed to fostering diversity. We strongly encourage women to apply. We believe diverse teams are more innovative and successful, and we are proud to support an inclusive work environment.
How to Apply
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