HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER

HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER

We are seeking a dedicated Health & Safety Officer to join our Health & Safety Department. Reporting to the Safety Supervisor, this role is critical in ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing risk, driving safety performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the company.

Key Performance Areas

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Maintain the company’s LTIFR (Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate) below target.
• Manage fire team evacuation drills and emergency preparedness.
• Conduct routine audits and inspections to measure departmental compliance.
• Deliver accurate and timely administrative work (reports, filing, legal registers, updates).
• Maintain safety signage, conduct risk assessments, and deliver toolbox talks.
• Continuously evaluate risks and assess safety equipment effectiveness.
• Record, report, and investigate incidents; document corrective actions.
• Health and Safety training requirements.

Knowledge & Skills

• SAMTRAC / Risk Management or equivalent qualification/Diploma in Health & Safety Management or Environmental Health
• Matric certificate
• 2–3 years’ experience as a Health & Safety Officer
• Emergency preparedness, response training.
• Computer literacy in Safety Management Systems (e.g.: Shopware, SHEQX)
• Strong report writing skills