Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist for an on-site role in Upington. The successful candidate will identify, evaluate, and control workplace hazards, including chemical exposures, noise, and ergonomic risks, while supporting sanitation and cleanliness standards within an industrial setting.

The role emphasizes developing and implementing strategies to minimize exposure, ensuring compliance with local health and safety legislation, and providing technical training to staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Proven experience as an Industrial Hygienist or similar role within an industrial setting.
• CIH certification is highly desirable and advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct industrial hygiene surveys and assessments to identify potential health hazards.
• Evaluate chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic agents in the workplace.
• Develop and implement control strategies to mitigate risks, including sanitation improvements.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Monitor workplace conditions and verify effectiveness of control measures.
• Provide technical expertise and training on industrial hygiene principles to employees and management.
• Maintain detailed records of surveys, assessments, and control measures.
• Collaborate with safety officers to promote a healthy and safe work environment.

Skills

Industrial hygiene principles

Regulatory awareness

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant industrial operation in the Upington region, is seeking a highly skilled Industrial Hygiene Specialist. This role is crucial for identifying, evaluating, and controlling workplace hazards that could impact the health and safety of employees. You will be responsible for conducting detailed assessments of environmental factors, including chemical exposures, noise levels, and ergonomic risks, with a particular focus on the sanitation and cleanliness standards within the industrial setting. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategies to minimize exposure and ensure a safe working environment, adhering to all relevant legislation and best practices. This position is vital for maintaining the health and well-being of the workforce at the Upington facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct industrial hygiene surveys and assessments to identify potential health hazards.
• Evaluate chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic agents in the workplace.
• Develop and implement control strategies to mitigate identified risks, including improving sanitation protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant occupational health and safety regulations.
• Monitor workplace conditions and conduct follow-up assessments to verify the effectiveness of control measures.
• Provide technical expertise and training on industrial hygiene principles and practices to employees and management.
• Maintain detailed records of surveys, assessments, and control measures.
• Investigate employee health concerns related to workplace exposures.
• Collaborate with safety officers and other departments to promote a healthy and safe work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Proven experience as an Industrial Hygienist or in a similar role within an industrial setting.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, assessment methodologies, and control techniques.
• Understanding of relevant South African occupational health and safety legislation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Must be available to work on-site in Upington .
• Professional certification (e.g., CIH) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package reflecting expertise and qualifications.
• Opportunity to play a key role in ensuring workplace safety and health.
• Professional development and continued learning opportunities.
• Work with a leading industrial company committed to employee well-being.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.
• A challenging and rewarding career path.