Site Safety Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Safety training

Site allowances

Overtime pay

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, NZ, seeks a diligent Site Safety Manager to oversee health and safety on construction sites in Queenstown and surrounding areas. You will develop, implement, and monitor safety programs, conduct audits, and foster a proactive safety culture among all crews and subcontractors.

The role requires a recognised Occupational Health and Safety qualification (SAMTRAC or NEBOSH), a minimum of five years in construction health and safety, strong knowledge of safety legislation,

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction health and safety management.
• Recognised qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety management systems.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, hazard identification and safety inspections of construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety legislation, regulations and company policies.
• Investigate safety incidents, prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety inductions and ongoing safety training to site personnel and subcontractors.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and client representatives on safety matters.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Occupational Health and Safety qualification (SAMTRAC/NEBOSH)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Site Safety Manager to oversee health and safety protocols for construction projects in Queenstown and surrounding areas. This role is pivotal in ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel on site, minimizing risks, and maintaining full compliance with regulatory standards. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive safety programs, conducting site audits, and fostering a proactive safety culture among all teams and subcontractors. The successful candidate will play a critical role in upholding the company's commitment to zero harm and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety management systems.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, hazard identification, and safety inspections of construction sites.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety legislation, regulations, and company policies.
• Investigate safety incidents, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety inductions and ongoing safety training to site personnel and subcontractors.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and client representatives on safety matters.

Requirements

• Recognized qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction health and safety management.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of relevant South African safety legislation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various project sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and further safety training.
• A supportive environment dedicated to safety excellence.
• Potential for site allowances and overtime pay.