Construction Health and Safety Agent (CHSA)

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions; Carnarvon; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions seeks a qualified Construction Health and Safety Agent (CHSA) for a fixed-term project in Northern Cape. This role involves ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, conducting site inspections, and preparing health and safety reports.

The successful candidate must have an NQF Level 6 qualification, be registered with SACPCMP, and possess at least 5 years of experience in construction safety management. You will work on-site, helping to monitor compliance across a major infrastructure project.

Qualifications

• Active registration as a Professional Construction Health and Safety Agent (Pr CHSA) with SACPCMP.
• Minimum of 5 years' post-registration experience as a Construction Health and Safety Agent.
• Proven experience on a construction project valued at more than R50 million.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved Health and Safety Plans.

Skills

Strong understanding of construction health and safety compliance requirements

Excellent report-writing skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

NQF Level 6 qualification in Safety Management or a related field

Job description

Construction Health and Safety Agent (CHSA)

Carnarvon, South Africa | Posted on 06/12/2026

Job Description

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions is seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced Construction Health and Safety Agent (CHSA) for a fixed‑term construction project based in the Northern Cape.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Construction Regulations throughout the construction and project close‑out phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Construction Health and Safety Agent on behalf of the client.
• Coordinate health and safety matters between project stakeholders and contractors.
• Attend project meetings and provide health and safety guidance.
• Monitor compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Identify, assess, and report health and safety risks.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities where required.
• Review and maintain health and safety documentation.
• Ensure statutory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Finalise and hand over the Health and Safety File upon project completion.
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved Health and Safety Plans.
• Prepare health and safety reports and recommendations.

Contract Information

• Contract Type: Fixed‑Term Contract
• Duration: 3–5 Months
• Location: Northern Cape
• Workplace Type: On‑Site

Requirements

• NQF Level 6 qualification in Safety Management or a related field.
• Active registration as a Professional Construction Health and Safety Agent (Pr CHSA) with SACPCMP.
• Minimum of 5 years' post‑registration experience as a Construction Health and Safety Agent on construction projects.
• Proven experience as a Construction Health and Safety Agent on at least one construction project valued at more than R50 million.
• Thorough knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations.
• Strong understanding of construction health and safety compliance requirements.
• Excellent report‑writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide professional health and safety oversight on‑site.

Preferred Experience

• Large‑scale infrastructure or commercial construction projects.
• Public sector construction projects.
• Multi‑disciplinary construction environments.
• Health and Safety auditing and compliance monitoring.
• Opportunity to work on a significant infrastructure construction project.
• Professional exposure within a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Gain experience on a large‑scale construction project valued in excess of R50 million.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.
• Market‑related remuneration.
• Opportunity to contribute to health and safety excellence on a high‑profile project.

Market‑related remuneration. Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project in the Northern Cape.

Applications close on 17 June 2026 at 16:30. Late applications will not be considered.