Health and Safety Officer

Key Requirements

• 2–3 years’ experience in Health & Safety, EHS, SHEQ or a related environment.
• Practical experience working as a Health & Safety Officer.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Experience investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
• Knowledge of occupational health, safety and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting safety inductions, refresher training and awareness programmes.
• Experience coordinating emergency drills and supporting emergency response procedures.
• Knowledge of PPE requirements and workplace PPE management.
• Experience maintaining safety records, incident registers, audit findings and compliance documentation.
• Ability to identify workplace hazards and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Experience monitoring compliance with internal policies, procedures and applicable legislation.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, contractors, management and other stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant and environmentally responsible workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular workplace, plant, facility and safety inspections to identify hazards and non-compliance.
• Complete and review baseline risk assessments, hygiene surveys and other safety assessments.
• Investigate workplace incidents, determine root causes and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor the implementation and closure of corrective actions following incidents, inspections and audits.
• Conduct SHE/EHS inductions, operational control training and regular refresher training.
• Promote safety awareness through campaigns, toolbox talks and workplace safety initiatives.
• Coordinate emergency drills and ensure emergency response procedures are communicated and maintained.
• Conduct internal EHS audits, prepare checklists and document audit findings.
• Monitor compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, audits, training, corrective actions and compliance activities.
• Monitor PPE requirements and ensure appropriate safety equipment is available and used correctly.
• Assist with the development, implementation and review of SHEQ procedures, SOPs and compliance registers.
• Identify opportunities to improve workplace safety, environmental performance and operational compliance.
• Support waste recycling, energy reduction and other sustainability initiatives.
• Prepare statutory, compliance, audit and management reports accurately and within required deadlines.
• Escalate significant safety risks, incidents, non-conformances and unresolved compliance issues.
• Support management with the implementation of EHS strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture and encourage employees to take responsibility for workplace safety.

Key Skills

• Strong occupational health and safety knowledge.
• Risk assessment and hazard identification skills.
• Safety inspection and auditing capabilities.
• Incident investigation and root-cause analysis.
• Strong understanding of corrective and preventative actions.
• Safety training, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Emergency preparedness and response coordination.
• PPE management and safety compliance monitoring.
• Strong report writing and record-keeping abilities.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to influence and promote safe working behaviours.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Resilience and ability to remain effective under pressure.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, accountability and professionalism.
• Results-driven and proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / GCE – Minimum requirement.
• Recognised Health & Safety / Occupational Health & Safety certification – Required.
• Additional SHEQ, EHS or Environmental Management qualifications – Advantageous.
• Relevant training in risk assessment, incident investigation or workplace safety – Advantageous.
• Emergency response, first aid or fire safety training – Advantageous.

How to Apply

Apply using the following link: https://www.recruitmentmattersafrica.com/careers/?job_id=z5G7h3l6a1kMvyS65NP3c59QtJ9_HWx9NemwCx-XclM=