HSE Officer

• Listing summary: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field, along with recognized HSE training and knowledge of Ethiopian regulations. Candidates must possess 3–5 years of relevant construction HSE experience, strong hazard identification and risk assessment skills, and the ability to conduct site inspections, inductions, toolbox talks, and incident investigations. The HSE Officer will implement the company’s HSE plan, monitor PPE usage, permits to work, and other safety controls, maintain registers and reports, and coordinate with site management and subcontractors to mitigate risks. The position involves regular reporting of incidents, near misses, and corrective actions, ensuring timely closure within agreed deadlines. Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication, training, and workforce engagement abilities, coupled with integrity, vigilance, and attention to detail. Successful candidates will contribute to maintaining the high safety standards that underpin MIDROC’s reputation for delivering quality infrastructure projects.

Company Snapshot

MIDROC Construction Ethiopia PLC, established in 1996 and a subsidiary of MIDROC Investment Group, is a leading civil engineering company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The company has played a significant role in the country’s infrastructure development, with a diverse portfolio that includes the construction of luxurious five-star hotels, referral hospitals, high-rise buildings, international conference halls, industrial facilities, roads, airport infrastructures, and stadiums. MIDROC Construction is dedicated to delivering high-quality projects that adhere to international standards, contributing to Ethiopia’s urbanization and overall development.

The Opportunity

Role Overview:  

Key Impact:

Key Performance Indicators

• Completion of planned inspections, inductions, and toolbox talks.
• Timely reporting and investigation of incidents and near misses.
• Closure of hazards and corrective actions within agreed deadlines.
• Compliance with PPE, permit-to-work, and site safety requirements.
• Accuracy and timeliness of HSE reports and records.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

Task Breakdown: 

• Implement the project HSE plan and applicable company procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, identify hazards, assess risks, and follow up corrective actions.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Monitor PPE, permits to work, work-at-height, lifting, excavation, electrical, and other relevant controls.
• Record and report incidents and near misses; support investigations and preventive actions.
• Maintain HSE registers, inspection and training records, and reports.
• Coordinate with site management, subcontractors, workers, and relevant authorities; escalate imminent risks.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Department: Project / HSE
• Reports To: Project Manager / HSE Manager

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

Years of Experience: Typically 3–5 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably in construction.

Skills:

Technical Skills:

• Hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Construction-site safety practices and environmental controls.
• Inspection, reporting, and corrective-action follow-up.

Soft Skills:

• Communication, training, and workforce engagement.
• Integrity, vigilance, and attention to detail.

Education & Certifications

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field. 

Certifications: Recognized HSE training/certification and knowledge of applicable Ethiopian requirements are an advantage.

Additional Information

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary As per company salary scale.
• Benefits: As per company HR policies and applicable law.
• Work Location: This position is based at Bahir Dar and other projects out of Addis Ababa
• Contract Type: This position is Contract, subject to the approved employment agreement.

Application Instructions

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via Telegram at  0911207433 or in person.

In-Person Application Location: at the MIDROC Construction Head Office, Mekanisa Abo church next to Queens Supermarket Ethic Agriceft Building Ground Floor Human Resource Administration

Additional Materials: Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

• Updated curriculum vitae (CV).
• Cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
• Scanned/Copies of relevant educational certificates and professional qualifications.
• Evidence of relevant work experience and professional certifications, where applicable.
• Names and contact details of three professional referees

Date of Registration:  before October 26, 2026.

Selection Process: Please note, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

Vacancy Number: MCE/FORM/5/348

Important Application Notice:

• Applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements and responsibilities of each position before applying.
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• Accuracy and timeliness of HSE reports and records.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

Task Breakdown:

• Implement the project HSE plan and applicable company procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, identify hazards, assess risks, and follow up corrective actions.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Monitor PPE, permits to work, work-at-height, lifting, excavation, electrical, and other relevant controls.
• Record and report incidents and near misses; support investigations and preventive actions.
• Maintain HSE registers, inspection and training records, and reports.
• Coordinate with site management, subcontractors, workers, and relevant authorities; escalate imminent risks.

Collaboration & Reporting:

• Department: Project / HSE
• Reports To: Project Manager / HSE Manager

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

Years of Experience: Typically 3–5 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably in construction.

Skills:

Technical Skills

• Hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Construction-site safety practices and environmental controls.
• Inspection, reporting, and corrective-action follow-up.

Soft Skills:

• Communication, training, and workforce engagement.
• Integrity, vigilance, and attention to detail.

Education & Certifications

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field.

Certifications: Recognized HSE training/certification and knowledge of applicable Ethiopian requirements are an advantage.

Additional Information

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary As per company salary scale.
• Benefits: As per company HR policies and applicable law.
• Work Location: This position is based at Bahir Dar and other projects out of Addis Ababa
• Contract Type: This position is Contract, subject to the approved employment agreement.

Application Instructions