Health and Safety Business Partner

• Post: Health & Safety Business Partner
• Org Unit: Health and Safety Department
• Reporting: Site Health & Safety Head
• Location: Nchalo Estate
• Job Category: Permanent
• Job Grade: Middle Manager

Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country's leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars; employing more than 9000 employees. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group; a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the planning, development and implementation of health and safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and standards and business commitments
• Leads engagements through the layers of the organization to drive a commitment to safety performance
• Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and audits to identify potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Work with operating unit managers/leaders to align safety practices with organizational goals and productivity needs
• Provide safety training to employees and management on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and safety best practices.
• Ensure contractor compliance to all applicable HSE regulatory and Business Unit requirements
• Oversee the compliance roles involved in risk identification, management and systems compliance
• Conduct workplace risk assessments to identify health hazards (e.g., noise, chemicals, ergonomics) to monitor the effects of workplace exposures. Implement ongoing surveillance programs to identify health risks.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses making use of the relevant investigation tool which will be determined according the severity of the matter
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of safety, establish safety goals, and monitor progress towards safety objectives.
• Prepare and submit safety reports, maintain safety records, and liaise with regulatory agencies on safety compliance matters.
• Make use of safety and incident related analysis and insights to identify opportunities for risk mitigation and corrective action ultimately contributing towards improved safety and reduced risk
• Promote and adhere to Business Unit and Group procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to HSE, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC)

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety, Risk Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Health and Safety management, risk management, manufacturing, agriculture, operations, or a related industrial environment.
• Professional certification in Occupational Health and Safety
• Proven experience in a safety management role, with a strong understanding of health and safety regulations and standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and developing safety programs.

How to Apply

Please send your application letters together with detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees and National ID to:

The Human Resources Mill Head, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) Plc, Private Bag 50, Blantyre.

Or through email; [email protected]

Closing date for receiving application letters is 21 October 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.