Candidate Health and Safety officer (SACPCMP)

University of Fort Hare; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering company in London is looking for a Candidate Health and Safety Officer to manage on-site safety and compliance. The role requires 1-2 years of relevant experience and offers mentorship in health and safety management. Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, managing safety regulations, and performing site inspections. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a company vehicle or allowance.

Benefits

Market related salary

Mentorship from Certified Health and Safety professionals

Vehicle provision or allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years within a civil engineering/construction environment.
• Basic knowledge of H&S and related acts within construction.
• Computer literate and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage Health and Safety on site, ensuring adherence to regulations.
• Conduct Risk Assessments and implement control measures.
• Lead Health & Safety Committee meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English and Afrikaans)

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety

SACPCMP Candidate Construction Health and Safety Officer

Job description

Overview

Candidate Health and Safety officer (SACPCMP)

2025-09-16 - 2025-10-16

Permanent

SW005853

Construction

Our client, a well-established and highly respected civil engineering company based in Blackheath, is seeking to appoint a Candidate Health and Safety Officer with 1–2 years relevant experience in Civil Engineering/Construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with effectively managing Health and Safety on site. Ensure that sites fully adhere to H&S regulations both physically and administratively.
• Ensure proper implementation of the health and safety plan.
• Ensure that all accidents and incidents are reported and recorded.
• Identify training requirements and scarce skills for the workforce.
• Conduct internal training where required.
• Develop and implement Health & Safety management systems aligned with ISO standards.
• Prepare and maintain Health & Safety Files for contract works.
• Conduct Risk Assessments and implement effective control measures.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, reporting findings to the Compliance Manager.
• Act as liaison between clients, principal contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Perform compliance audits on contractors, site conditions, and systems.
• Lead Health & Safety Committee meetings to address site-related H&S matters.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure follow-up on action items.
• Compile comprehensive Health & Safety documentation, including:
• Site-specific Safety Plans
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)
• Fall Protection Plans
• Method Statements
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Emergency Preparedness Plans
• Handle general ad-hoc tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Health and Safety, or Safety Management.
• SACPCMP Candidate Construction Health and Safety Officer.
• Minimum 1–2 years within a civil engineering/construction environment.
• Basic knowledge of H&S and related acts within the construction and civil engineering field.
• Fully bilingual (proficiency in English and Afrikaans preferred).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.
• Computer literate.

Benefits

• Market related salary.
• Access to a Certified Health and Safety Officer (CHSO) / Certified Health and Safety Manager (CHSM) as a mentor.
• Facilitation and sponsorship of SACPCMP CHSO registration fees.
• Provision of a company vehicle or a vehicle allowance.

Please note: Only candidates currently residing in the Western Cape will be considered.