Experienced Construction Safety Officer – On-site Queenstown

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Construction Safety Officer for on-site roles in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will develop, implement, and monitor safety protocols across our projects, conduct site inspections, and deliver safety training to crews to maintain a zero-incident culture.

You will work with clients, regulators, and subcontractors to ensure compliance with the OHS Act and related legislation, while maintaining thorough safety records and reporting.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., SAMTRAC or NEBOSH) with SACPCMP/SAIOSH registration.
• Minimum 5 years as Safety Officer in construction.
• Deep knowledge of SA OHS Act and construction safety regulations.
• Strong risk assessment and hazard identification skills.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety plans for construction projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training and toolbox talks to construction workers and site personnel.
• Ensure activities adhere to OHS Act and related legislation.
• Maintain accurate safety records, including incident reports, inspection logs, and training documents.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project sites.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and subcontractors on safety matters.

Skills

Safety management

OHS Act knowledge

Risk assessment

Training skills

Site inspections

Education

SAMTRAC

NEBOSH

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Construction Safety Officer for on-site roles in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will develop, implement, and monitor safety protocols across our projects, conduct site inspections, and deliver safety training to crews to maintain a zero-incident culture.

You will work with clients, regulators, and subcontractors to ensure compliance with the OHS Act and related legislation, while maintaining thorough safety records and reporting.