EMMANUEL MBAO – CURRICULUM VITAE
HSEQ Manager _ Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality Expert
Ndola, Zambia +260********* ********.********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished HSEQ Manager with 15 years of experience driving safety compliance, risk mitigation, and operational excellence across mining, transportation, and industrial sectors. Proven track record of reducing workplace incidents by up to 95%, enhancing regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, implementing HSEQ management systems, and aligning safety strategies with business objectives to achieve measurable results.
CORE COMPETENCIES
HSEQ Management Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001)
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Regulatory Compliance (OHS Act, ZEMA, MR, ER)
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis (TapRooT Certified)
Emergency & Crisis Management
Policy Development & Implementation
Stakeholder Engagement & Training
Data-Driven Performance Optimization
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Occupational Health and Safety
Business Management Education Centre, UK 2021
Advanced Diploma in Health and Safety Adams Academy, UK
Mining Safety Certification University of Zambia
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis TapRooT, USA
Diploma in Health and Safety ALISON
OSHA Safety Management OSHA Academy, USA
First Aid, CPR & Fire Safety Certified
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Health, Safety and Environment Manager
Action B Mining and Services Kibali Gold Mine, Durba, DRC Jan. 2025 - Current
Developing of Policies and procedures rolling the out to the workforce across the mine
Lead development and implementation of a site-wide HSE management system aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards.
Reduced workplace incidents by 40% and improved quality performance by 35% through risk-based safety interventions in high-risk mining activities.
Conduct strategic risk assessments on mine site achieving 85% reduction in work-related incidents.
Maintain over 90% compliance with international HSEQ standards through audits, staff engagement, and policy updates.
Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality Manager
Mohab Transport Limited Ndola, Zambia May 2022 – Dec 2024
Developed and implemented HSEQ policies and procedures aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards, strengthening compliance, improving operational consistency, and enhancing safety culture across transport and workshop operations.
Reduced workplace incidents by 40% and enhanced overall quality performance by 35% through the implementation of an integrated HSEQ framework covering fleet operations, fuel handling, and workshop safety procedures.
Led comprehensive cross-border route risk assessments across Zambia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Tanzania, contributing to a 95% reduction in transport-related incidents through hazard identification, mitigation planning, and driver training.
Achieved 95% compliance with international HSE standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001) through the development of customized policies, internal audits, and ongoing staff capacity building.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager
Silver Shell Limited Nyimba, Zambia Oct 2019 – Oct 2021
Slashed environmental impact by 95% and safety incidents by 90% through robust policies.
Built HSEQ infrastructure from scratch for greenfield mining operation, achieving zero lost-time incidents in first 24 months and 98% audit scores from regulatory bodies.
Spearheaded a predictive analytics safety initiative that reduced preventable incidents by 48% and achieved zero regulatory penalties for 2 consecutive years.
Senior Health and Safety Officer
Kagem Mining Limited Kitwe/Lufwanyama, Zambia Apr 2018 – Sep 2019
Cut reportable incidents by 30% and boosted HSE engagement by 25%.
Ensured 100% regulatory compliance via risk assessments and audits.
Implemented mandatory fire safety training and comprehensive new employee inductions, reducing fire-related incidents by 75% and achieving 100% training compliance across all workforce tiers within 12 months
Health and Safety Officer
Kalumbila Minerals Limited Kalumbila, Zambia Nov 2015 – Nov 2017
Achieved a 35% decrease in workplace injuries through targeted safety programs.
Maintained zero audit non-compliance during internal/external assessments.
Reduced recurring accidents by 20% via actionable incident investigations.
Health, Safety, and Environment Coordinator
Kascco Mining Services - Barrick, Lumwana, Zambia March 2010 – Sep 2015
Successfully implemented daily safety inspections for both the pit and process plant, resulting in a 75% improvement in hazard identification and proactive risk mitigation across mining operations
Drove an 85% reduction in workplace incidents over 3 years via safety protocol implementation.
Led 100%-compliant safety audits, elevating company safety standards.
Increased staff safety participation by 40% through tailored training programs.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member, Zambia Occupational Health and Safety Association
TECHNICAL SKILLS
HSE Auditing & Documentation
Data Analysis & Compliance Reporting
Emergency Response Planning
Leadership & Team Development
REFERENCE
Name WhatsApp/Phone Number
1.Mr. Gilbert Kafunga +260*********
2.Mr. Reuben Chombo Zulu +260*********
3.Mr. Tobias Zulu +260*********