Senior Construction Safety Lead – Queenstown

Placements24; Queenstown; Híbrido; NZD 76.000 - 108.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive medical aid and pension/

Professional development and safety培训

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Safety Officer to join our client’s construction team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will develop, implement, and monitor safety management systems, conduct risk assessments, and guide site teams to uphold the highest health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in construction safety, SA OHS Act knowledge, and proactivity in fostering a strong safety culture across multiple sites.

Formación

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a Safety Officer in the construction industry.
• Registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., SAIOSH) is highly desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of SA OHS Act (Act 85 of 1993) and relevant construction regulations.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing safety management systems (e.g., ISO 45001).
• Excellent understanding of risk assessment and incident investigation techniques.
• Strong communication, leadership, and training skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's Health and Safety (H&S) policies and procedures on construction sites in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety legislation and company standards.
• Perform thorough risk assessments and develop control measures to mitigate identified risks.
• Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses, reporting findings and implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver H&S training and toolbox talks to site personnel, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Ensure all necessary safety permits and licenses are obtained and maintained.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities (e.g., Department of Labour), and other stakeholders on H&S matters.
• Maintain accurate H&S records, including registers, incident reports, and training logs.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to management and site teams on all H&S issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest H&S legislation, best practices, and industry developments.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Training

Communication

MS Office

Safety software

Educación

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Herramientas

Safety management software

ISO 45001 implementation

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Safety Officer to join our client’s construction team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will develop, implement, and monitor safety management systems, conduct risk assessments, and guide site teams to uphold the highest health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in construction safety, SA OHS Act knowledge, and proactivity in fostering a strong safety culture across multiple sites.