Health & Safety Officer

SUMMARY:
Chemical manufacturing facility in Pretoria East is looking for a Health & Safety Officer for a fixed term 12 month contract to start in March. 

You will play a vital role in promoting Health & Safety within the organisation and your responsibilities include implementing and maintaining all aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and Regulations, ensuring compliance with Environmental regulations and other relevant legal requirements. 

Your main goal will be to minimise risks, maintain regulatory compliance and improve the overall safety and environmental standards of the workplace.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements: 

• Grade 12
• SAMTRAC or a similar health and safety qualification
• 3 - 5 years SHE experience in a related industry (chemical manufacturing)
• Sound knowledge of applicable legislation (OHS Act, COID Act etc)
• Working knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Management systems (e.g. ISO 45001:2018)
• Ability to plan, organise, coordinate and facilitate
• Proficient in MS Office
• Valid Drivers license and reliable transport

• Facilitate risk assessments to identify potential hazards and mitigate risks.
• Conduct regular inspections and compile comprehensive reports on Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) matters.
• Ensure the implementation of corrective actions for identified risks and audit findings.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and ensure the implementation of corrective and/or preventive actions.
• Coordinate Health and Safety training for all employees
• Update all legal appointment letters and SHE policies to ensure compliance.
• Assist with the submission of Injury on Duty (IOD) claims.
• Compile monthly SHE reports
• Perform job observations on high-risk activities and provide constructive feedback.
• Prepare and conduct toolbox talks to educate and inform staff.
• Ensure that all contractors and suppliers adhere to the organization's SHE policies and procedures.
• Conduct induction for all employees, visitors and contractors
• Coordinate and assist with emergency response and fire drills
• Draft SHE procedures and submit it to management for review and approval
• Coordinate the monthly safety meeting:
• Schedule meeting times.
• Distribute agendas and supporting documentation in advance.
• Record and circulate meeting minutes.
• Audit safety files and issue permits to work to contractors.
• Ensure compliance with waste management procedures and coordinate waste removal from the site.
• Maintain and update first aid boxes and ensure fire equipment inspections and maintenance are up to date.
• Manage company’s permit system (hot work and confined spaces)
• Maintain SHE electronic document system