Health and Safety Officer - Construction Sites

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Híbrido; USD 21.000 - 31.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary package

Career advancement opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

A leading construction company is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to oversee safety protocols across multiple sites in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will ensure compliance with the OHS Act, conduct risk assessments, and promote a strong safety culture among workers and subcontractors.

The role requires a proactive professional with excellent communication and training skills, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel to sites, with a hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.

Formación

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills.
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and develop safety management systems.
• MS Office proficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.
• Perform risk assessments and develop appropriate control measures.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, reporting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide health and safety training to employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure that all safety equipment is available, maintained, and used correctly.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance with OHS Act and other relevant legislation.
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Advise management on health and safety matters.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Training skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Educación

Occupational Health & Safety qualification (SAMTRAC/NEBOSH)

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading construction company with a strong commitment to workplace safety, is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Officer to oversee safety protocols on their projects in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This vital role involves ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, conducting risk assessments, implementing safety procedures, and promoting a strong safety culture across all construction sites. The ideal candidate will be proactive, knowledgeable, and passionate about preventing accidents and ensuring the well-being of all personnel. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on safety standards in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.
• Perform risk assessments and develop appropriate control measures.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, reporting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide health and safety training to employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure that all safety equipment is available, maintained, and used correctly.
• Maintain accurate health and safety records and documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance with OHS Act and other relevant legislation.
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Advise management on health and safety matters.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH).
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in a Health and Safety role, preferably within the construction industry.
• In-depth knowledge of South African health and safety legislation (OHS Act).
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and develop safety management systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape area is beneficial.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to various sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting your expertise.
• Opportunity to contribute to a company that prioritizes safety.
• Work on diverse construction projects in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region.
• Potential for career advancement and further training.
• Hybrid work arrangement for increased flexibility.
• A supportive and safety-conscious work environment.