HSE Supervisor DRC

About the Role

DRA Global is seeking an experienced HSE Supervisor to support a project near Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). We are looking for a practical and knowledgeable HSE professional who can collaborate effectively with construction teams, contractors, and project management to ensure the safe execution of all project activities.

Candidate Requirements

• DRC citizenship is mandatory.

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant HSE experience, preferably within mining, construction, engineering, or EPCM project environments.

• Previous experience working on construction or mining projects in the DRC is advantageous.

• Good working knowledge of DRC occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation and requirements.

• Practical experience in:

  • Hazard identification and risk assessment.

  • Construction HSE inspections and field assurance.

  • Permit-to-work and high-risk activity controls.

  • Incident reporting and investigation.

  • Contractor HSE management.

  • HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and workforce engagement, including:

    • Ability to engage confidently with supervisors, contractors and employees in the field.
    • Strong reporting, documentation and computer literacy skills.
    • Fluency in English and French, with the ability to communicate effectively in Swahili.
    • Willingness and ability to work on-site near Kolwezi, adhering to the project rotation and work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the project HSE Management System.
• Monitor compliance with project procedures, risk assessments, and safe work requirements.
• Conduct workplace inspections, observations, and critical control verifications.
• Coach and support frontline supervision in effective HSE management.
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviours, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• Participate in incident investigations and follow up on corrective actions.
• Monitor contractor HSE performance and escalate significant concerns as necessary.
• Support HSE reporting, statistics, and project assurance activities.
• Promote visible leadership, employee engagement, and a strong safety culture.

We welcome candidates who are visible and proactive in the field, comfortable engaging with the workforce, able to challenge unsafe work respectfully, and capable of working independently within a professional project team.

Application Process

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and supporting qualifications for consideration.

Equality and Diversity

DRA Global is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to celebrating diversity and valuing varied perspectives to build stronger teams. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, colour, birthplace, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.