SHER Manager

Reference: Dur000563-Jenna-1

Our Food Manufacturing client is seeking an experienced SHER Manager to join their team in Pinetown. The role will be responsible for managing Health, Safety, Environmental and Risk requirements across the business, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and company standards.

The successful candidate will oversee risk assessments, audits, incident investigations, environmental requirements, contractor compliance and SHER training within a busy manufacturing environment.

The role will also cover emergency preparedness, security, medical surveillance, customer audits, waste management and business continuity.

This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can work closely with management and operational teams to maintain a safe, compliant and environmentally responsible workplace. Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management

• Lead the identification and evaluation of workplace hazards, risks and environmental aspects

• Assess the effectiveness of existing controls and implement improvements where required

• Manage risk assessments and ensure corrective actions are implemented

• Support risk management for projects, equipment, processes and operational activities

Legal Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental and other relevant legislation

• Ensure all required legal appointments are in place and maintained

• Maintain internal and external legal registers

• Ensure mandatory training requirements are incorporated into the training programme

• Ensure environmental and OHS requirements are implemented and maintained

• Review and update policies, procedures and SOPs as required

Audits and Management Systems

• Implement and maintain internal SHER system and compliance audits

• Lead and coordinate external customer, legal and compliance audits

• Manage audit findings, corrective actions and close-out processes

• Maintain required certificates, registrations, permits and compliance documentation

• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO-compliant management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 where applicable

• Conduct management reviews and maintain accurate records and minutes

Environmental Management, Waste and Recycling

• Manage and coordinate waste disposal and recycling activities

• Monitor environmental KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement

• Support operational teams in reducing the organisation's environmental impact

• Maintain environmental reports and liaise with external service providers

• Evaluate operating procedures from an environmental perspective

• Develop and maintain an Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001 requirements

Medical Surveillance and Occupational Health

• Coordinate entry, exit and annual medical surveillance for employees, contractors, students and other relevant personnel

• Maintain medical surveillance records and referral programmes

• Analyse medical information in relation to workplace environmental and health risks

• Coordinate occupational hygiene surveys and assessments

Contractor Management

• Ensure contractors comply with all SHER requirements before and during work on site

• Review baseline and task-specific risk assessments

• Monitor contractor compliance and corrective actions

• Ensure appropriate documentation, training and legal requirements are maintained

Incident, Hazard and Near-Miss Management

• Maintain the incident reporting and investigation system

• Coordinate investigations into incidents, hazards and near misses

• Support incident investigation teams in identifying root causes

• Ensure corrective and preventative actions are implemented and monitored

• Manage COID applications and related documentation

• Analyse incident trends and recommend preventative measures

Security Management

• Manage and coordinate security operations

• Monitor access control, employee release, gate passes and related security procedures

• Manage theft prevention and investigate security-related incidents

• Maintain alarm systems and emergency security measures

• Coordinate guard training and replacement requirements

• Review external security risk assessments and corrective action plans

• Develop and maintain contingency plans for strikes, civil unrest and other security-related emergencies

Governance and Health & Safety Committees

• Assist with and coordinate monthly Health, Safety and Environmental Committee meetings

• Maintain meeting minutes and action registers

• Ensure compliance with legislation relating to plant, equipment, substances and workplace activities

• Maintain legal appointments and supporting training records

• Ensure equipment certification and statutory inspections are up to date

• Review and update SOPs in line with legislation and applicable requirements

Emergency Response, Fire and Crisis Management

• Develop and implement effective emergency response procedures

• Ensure fire prevention and emergency systems meet legal and operational requirements

• Coordinate emergency preparedness and response activities

• Support crisis management and business continuity planning

• Ensure emergency plans are regularly reviewed, tested and updated

Engineering and Operational Safety

• Establish and maintain safety procedures for machinery and equipment

• Ensure appropriate lockout procedures and SOPs are in place

• Ensure processes, activities, equipment and facilities are assessed for hazards and risks

• Coordinate scheduled safety inspections and audits

• Ensure managers are trained and competent in risk assessments and incident investigation

• Provide ongoing safety training and coaching

Training and Induction

• Develop and maintain SHER-related training programmes

• Ensure mandatory training is completed and records are maintained

• Implement and maintain employee induction processes and records

• Provide ongoing training, coaching and awareness on health, safety and environmental requirements

Customer and Client Requirements

• Compile and submit weekly and monthly SHER reports

• Prepare and present SHER reports at customer meetings

• Maintain customer online portal requirements

• Coordinate customer SHER audits and corrective actions

• Manage and support external assessments and audits, including SMETA, SWA, SAQ, ESSH and similar requirements

Service Provider Management

• Manage SHER-related service providers

• Monitor service provider performance and compliance

• Conduct regular service provider meetings

• Maintain meeting minutes, actions and required documentation

Working Relationships The SHER Manager will liaise with:

• Senior management and operational departments

• Engineering and technical teams

• Employees and management representatives

• SHER service providers

• Emergency services

• Corporate customers and customer SHER departments

• External auditors and regulatory bodies

Qualifications and Competencies

Minimum qualifications and requirements

• Matric

• Bachelor of Science Degree or relevant tertiary qualification

• SAMTRAC

• Incident Investigation Level 3

• ISO Implementation and Internal Auditor training

• SAIOSH Technical Membership

Knowledge and skills

• Occupational Health and Safety legislation and regulations

• Environmental legislation and compliance

• Risk management

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

• Incident investigation and root cause analysis

• ISO management systems

• ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 implementation

• Project risk management

• Emergency response and crisis management

• Strong documentation and reporting skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to conduct training, coaching and awareness programmes

• Ability to manage audits, corrective actions and compliance requirements

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills

Package & Remuneration

R45 000.00