SHEQ Officer

Minimum Job Requirements

• SAMTRAC / NEBOSH / NOSA / Diploma or Certificate in Safety Management (advantageous)
• Environmental or Quality-related training will be advantageous
• Minimum 3 years experience in systems, compliance, and auditing in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Previous exposure to manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Valid drivers license and own reliable transport

Personal Requirements

• Well-organised and detail-oriented individual with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Comfortable interacting and communicating across all levels within the organisation
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage priorities effectively
• Good verbal and written communication skills in business English
• Ability to communicate in Xhosa will be advantageous
• Strong report writing and problem-solving skills
• Sound understanding of Health and Safety systems, legal requirements, and implementation processes

Job Description

Safety & Health

• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of the OHS Act and related regulations
• Conduct workplace inspections and identify/report hazards and non-conformances
• Support incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, including corrective actions
• Assist with risk assessments, HIRA processes, and safe work procedures
• Coordinate and monitor PPE compliance within the workplace
• Support contractor safety management and induction processes
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings and related activities

Environmental

• Assist with the implementation of environmental management plans
• Monitor waste management practices, housekeeping standards, and environmental controls
• Support compliance with environmental permits, procedures, and requirements
• Report environmental incidents and assist with corrective action implementation

Quality

• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of quality procedures and work instructions
• Support internal audits and follow-up on corrective actions
• Maintain document control systems and accurate record keeping

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain SHEQ records, registers, files, and related documentation
• Assist with legal compliance audits and follow-up actions
• Support ISO systems, including ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 where applicable
• Assist with coordinating training sessions and toolbox talks
• Compile basic SHEQ reports, statistics, and related administrative information

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