Assistant Director : Health & Safety

findojobs-za; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is seeking a Health and Safety Manager. The role involves coordinating health and safety in compliance with regulations, managing training initiatives, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, with strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with NOSA and SAMTRAC systems.
• Extensive knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure SANBI achieves NOSA five-star grading.
• Coordinate training for incident investigators.
• Maintain SANBI's health and safety management system.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Degree in Safety Management

Honours degree at NQF level 8

Tools

MS Word

MS Project

PowerPoint

Excel

Internet

Outlook

Job description

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is seeking a motivated, professional, and responsible team player to manage and coordinate health and safety in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Policy.

This position requires a degree in Safety Management, Environmental Health, or an equivalent qualification with NQF level 7. An Honours degree or an equivalent degree at NQF level 8 will be an added advantage.

The candidate must have at least 3 years of relevant work experience.

Required competencies include:

1. Advanced knowledge and experience with NOSA and SAMTRAC systems.
2. Extensive knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, and frameworks related to occupational health and safety management.
3. Strong project management, investigation, service focus, and negotiation skills.
4. Ability to work with diverse teams under pressure, maintaining quality, cost, and safety standards.
5. Excellent planning, organizing, interpersonal, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Proficiency in MS Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, and Outlook.

A valid driver's license with at least one year of practical driving experience and willingness to travel are essential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring SANBI achieves NOSA five-star grading.
• Coordinating training for incident investigators and SHE representatives.
• Maintaining SANBI's health and safety management system.
• Implementing hygiene systems and surveys.
• Managing health and safety training and awareness campaigns.
• Overseeing incident reporting and management.

Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.

Application procedure:

1. Complete the application form, include a CV, motivation letter, and certified copies of qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
2. A competency test will be part of the selection process.
3. Provide contact details for at least three referees.
4. Ensure all requested information is submitted; otherwise, your application will not be considered.

Your personal information will be processed for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the position and may be shared with third parties for verification and background checks.

For more information, visit SANBI's website. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position.

Preference will be given in line with SANBI's Employment Equity Plan.

For queries, contact Mr. Stephen Mahlangu at the provided telephone number.

Applications should include the completed application form, motivation letter, concise CV, and certified qualifications and be sent via email or postal address as specified.

Candidates should be available for interviews on dates determined by SANBI.

If no response is received within 30 days after closing, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful.