About the Opportunity

Heading is looking for a Waste Management Officer (Site and DUAT) (M/F) on behalf of its client in the oil and gas industry, based in Cabo Delgado.

1. Key Responsibilities

1.1. Contractor Field Control and Implementation of Contractual Clauses

  • Monitor and control the day-to-day activities of the waste Contractor within the assigned zone on behalf of the Company.

  • Verify that Contractor activities are performed in accordance with the contract, approved procedures and method statements, covering collection frequency and routing, crew staffing and competence, personal protective equipment (PPE), vehicle and equipment condition, load securing and housekeeping.

  • Identify any deviation from a contractual clause or approved procedure, stop unsafe or non-compliant activities, report them to the Waste Management Coordinator and support the follow-up and closure of corrective actions.

  • Provide factual field evidence, including photographic records, to support non-conformances and contractual remedies.

1.2. Waste Management – Field Operations

  • Monitor waste segregation, collection, labelling and storage activities at waste generation points and Waste Management Facilities within the assigned zone.

  • Verify correct waste classification and compliance with approved waste management procedures for organic, mixed, metal, construction and hazardous waste streams.

  • Verify the number, type, condition, colour coding, labelling and signage of bins, skips and containers at each generation point, and require the Contractor to replace or repair damaged or missing containers.

  • Identify and correct cross-contamination at the point of generation, record repeat offenders and escalate persistent non-compliance.

  • Conduct routine inspections of waste storage areas, skips, containers and hazardous waste zones.

1.3. Collection Monitoring and Traceability

  • Verify that waste collection is carried out according to the agreed schedule and route, using the correct vehicles and equipment, before containers overflow.

  • Witness loading, weighing and transfer operations, and confirm that the quantities and waste stream types recorded on manifests and transfer notes match the collected waste.

  • Track internal waste movements and support the verification of waste manifests, registers and certificates.

1.4. Hazardous Waste and Spill Response

  • Inspect satellite accumulation points within the assigned zone to ensure compliant storage, including waste segregation and compatibility, secondary containment and bunding, labelling, closed containers, weather protection and compliance with maximum storage periods.

  • Verify that spill kits are available, complete and serviceable, and respond to and report spills, leaks and unsafe practices.

1.5. Inspections, Data Collection and Reporting

  • Conduct routine environmental inspections related to waste management within the assigned zone and ensure that field data, inspection checklists and photographic records are accurately completed and archived.

  • Collect and submit accurate field data on waste quantities, segregation compliance and treatment activities.

  • Submit a daily zone report to the Waste Management Coordinator covering completed and missed collections, quantities by waste stream, segregation compliance, contamination incidents, container and equipment defects, and outstanding actions.

  • Contribute verified field information to weekly and monthly environmental reports and support internal audits, inspections and site visits.

1.6. Awareness, HSE and Continuous Improvement

  • Deliver toolbox talks and awareness briefings to waste generators within the assigned zone, including camp staff, kitchens, workshops, warehouses and construction crews, focusing on segregation requirements and common mistakes.

  • Raise awareness among Contractors and site personnel about waste segregation and environmental best practices.

  • Apply and promote the Site HSE Golden Rules and environmental best practices in daily activities, complying with permit-to-work procedures, traffic management requirements, manual handling practices and personal protective equipment requirements.

  • Immediately report incidents, near misses and environmental deviations.

2. Qualifications and Experience Required

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or a related discipline.

  • Field experience in waste management and/or water and wastewater operations, preferably on industrial or construction sites.

  • Basic understanding of environmental permits, waste classification and wastewater treatment principles.

  • Ability to conduct field inspections and prepare clear, factual reports.

  • Familiarity with HSE requirements and safe working practices.

  • Ability to work in a remote, multicultural and high-activity site environment.

  • Good communication skills. English is required; Portuguese is an advantage.

3. Duty Station

Cabo Delgado, Mozambique.

How to Apply

To apply, access the following link:

5906 – Waste management officer (Site and DUAT) – Cabo Delgado