Hybrid EHS Officer: Public Safety & Compliance

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Officer for a Queenstown-based municipal services provider in the Eastern Cape. This hybrid role blends on-site fieldwork with office duties to ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations and to foster a proactive safety culture.

You will develop programs, conduct risk assessments, investigate incidents, deliver training, manage waste and compliance records, and liaise with regulatory agencies and emergency

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within a municipal or public sector environment.
• In-depth knowledge of South African EHS legislation and regulations pertinent to Queenstown, Eastern Cape.
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and developing corrective actions.
• Strong understanding of environmental management principles and waste disposal practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication, presentation, and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs and policies.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments of municipal facilities and operations to identify potential hazards.
• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents, determining root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all local, provincial, and national EHS legislation and standards.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs to municipal employees.
• Manage hazardous waste disposal and environmental monitoring programs.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, including incident reports, training logs, and inspection findings.
• Liaise with external regulatory agencies and emergency services as required.
• Promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization through awareness campaigns and engagement.
• Stay current with changes in EHS regulations and best practices relevant to municipal services.

Skills

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Training delivery

Education

Environmental Health/ EHS degree or diploma

Tools

EHS software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Officer for a Queenstown-based municipal services provider in the Eastern Cape. This hybrid role blends on-site fieldwork with office duties to ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations and to foster a proactive safety culture.

You will develop programs, conduct risk assessments, investigate incidents, deliver training, manage waste and compliance records, and liaise with regulatory agencies and emergency