Health & Safety Officer – SAMTRAC/SACPCMP – Mining / Construction – 6 Month FTC - East Rand

Role Purpose:

The Health & Safety Officer is responsible for promoting and maintaining a positive health and safety culture across the organisation. The role ensures compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental legislation, standards, and internal policies, while supporting management, employees, contractors, and sub-contractors in the effective implementation of safe work practices.

Minimum requirements:

·        South African Matric

·        Post-matric qualification in Health & Safety

·        SAMTRAC certification   SACPCMP registration as a Construction Health & Safety Officer

·        2–5 years’ experience in Health, Safety and Environmental Management within mining or construction environments

·        Proficient in MS Office applications

·        Experience implementing ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems

·        Experience dealing with enforcement authorities (DoL, DEA, Local Authorities)

Key Responsibilities:

·        Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.

·        Develop, implement, and review safe operating procedures addressing identified hazards.

·        Perform routine and ad hoc site inspections to verify compliance with legislative, contractual, and internal requirements.

·        Recommend and implement corrective and preventative actions to address unsafe conditions and practices.

·        Assist in the development and implementation of HSE strategies, policies, and procedures.

·        Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, incidents, and corrective actions.

·        Record, investigate, and analyse incidents and accidents, including trend analysis and statistical reporting.

·        Monitor legislative developments and ensure organisational compliance with all applicable HSE laws and regulations.

·        Prepare management reports, safety bulletins, newsletters, and toolbox talk materials.

·        Ensure the safe installation, operation, and maintenance of plant and equipment.

·        Provide specialist HSE advice relating to fire safety, hazardous substances, noise exposure, machinery safeguarding, and occupational health risks.

·        Liaise with main contractors and subcontractors to ensure alignment with company HSE requirements and systems.

·        Convene, facilitate, and chair Health & Safety Committee meetings.

·        Engage with enforcement and regulatory authorities as required.

Behavioural Competencies:

·        Strong planning and organisational skills   High attention to detail

·        Problem solving and decision making   Effective communication skills

·        Teamwork and collaboration   Conflict management   Professional and positive attitude Trustworthy and ethical conduct

Salary offer: R25K – R30K