Candidate Construction Health And Safety Agent

Safe Working Practice Cape Town; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Safe Working Practice Cape Town is hiring a Candidate Construction Health and Safety Agent (CanCHSA) to deliver professional HSE services across project lifecycles. You will perform site safety audits, identify non-conformances and produce comprehensive reports for clients.

The role requires SACPCMP CanCHSA registration and strong knowledge of safety legislation, risk assessment and contractor management. Travel to project sites will be required as part of the job.

Qualifications

• Active SACPCMP CanCHSA registration is required.
• Qualifications and experience in occupational health and safety or related field are essential.
• Experience in auditing, compliance monitoring and report writing is required.
• Knowledge of construction life-cycle processes, contractor management and work permit systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety audits at work sites to verify compliance with legislation, H&S plans, permit requirements and project standards.
• Identify non-conformances, recommend corrective actions, monitor compliance and compile professional reports for clients.
• Apply professional judgment and manage multiple projects with sound technical knowledge.
• Engage with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety excellence.

Skills

Auditing and risk assessment

Client communication

Analytical and problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

SACPCMP registration as CanCHSA

Occupational Health & Safety qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

At Safe Working Practice, we are dedicated to creating safer work environments by providing expert occupational health and safety consulting. Our mission is to ensure compliance, reduce workplace risks, and foster a culture where health and safety are prioritized at every level.

With a proven track record in delivering tailored safety solutions across various industries, we are committed to empowering businesses and individuals with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to maintain compliance with South African OHS legislation.

Join our team and become part of an organization that values integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement in the pursuit of safer workplaces.

Position Overview

Safe Working Practice Cape Town is seeking a suitably qualified and SACPCMP-registered Candidate Construction Health and Safety Agent (CanCHSA) to join our professional team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing professional construction health and safety services throughout the project life cycle. A key responsibility of this position will be conducting health and safety audits at work permit sites to verify compliance with applicable legislation, approved health and safety plans, work permit requirements and project-specific safety standards. The candidate will also be responsible for identifying non-compliances, recommending corrective actions, monitoring compliance and compiling professional reports for clients.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate sound technical knowledge, professional judgement and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Minimum Requirements:

Professional Registration

Active registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Candidate Construction Health and Safety Agent (CanCHSA).

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety, construction health and safety or a related field.
• Experience in construction health and safety auditing, compliance monitoring and report writing.
• Working knowledge of construction project life-cycle processes, contractor management and work permit systems.
• Experience in compiling, reviewing and assessing construction health and safety specifications, plans, risk assessments and supporting documentation.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to various project sites.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations and other applicable health and safety legislation.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction health and safety risk management and compliance auditing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to engage professionally with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, exercise professional judgement and escalating significant safety concerns appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.