Industrial Safety Engineer — Lead Risk & Training

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development and certs

Retirement savings plan

Performance-based recognition

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Safety Engineer to join our client in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on developing and implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a proactive safety culture across all operations.

You will work with management and site teams, lead safety training, ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and SA safety regulations, and maintain thorough safety records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in industrial safety engineering.
• Knowledge of OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 and SA safety legislation.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, investigations, and safety program development.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the industrial safety program.
• Conduct site inspections and audits for hazard identification and compliance.
• Perform risk assessments and JHAs for operations and tasks.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, determine root causes, and recommend actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for all levels.

Skills

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety training

OHS regulations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Safety Engineer to join our client in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on developing and implementing safety programs, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a proactive safety culture across all operations.

You will work with management and site teams, lead safety training, ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and SA safety regulations, and maintain thorough safety records.