Construction Safety Lead for Large Commercial Projects

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid benefits

Provident fund

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a leading construction contractor in Soweto, Gauteng to hire a Construction Safety Officer. You will implement and enforce health and safety policies, conduct site inspections, identify hazards and promote a culture of safety on large commercial sites.

The role requires 3–5 years of construction safety experience, strong OHSA knowledge, and effective communication for training and reporting. A hybrid work model applies, with travel within Gauteng as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years as a Safety Officer on construction sites.
• Strong understanding of OHSA and related regulations.
• Proven capability in risk assessments, audits and investigations.
• Excellent communication, training and presentation skills.
• Independence and teamwork with good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient reporting and record-keeping using basic computer tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the site-specific H&S plan.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; report findings.
• Deliver safety inductions and toolbox talks.
• Ensure PPE availability and proper usage by site personnel.
• Maintain H&S records, inspection reports and training logs.
• Liaise with clients, regulators and PM team on safety matters.
• Advise site management on best safety practices.
• Promote a positive safety culture across the site.

Skills

Risk assessments

Safety audits

Incident investigations

Communication skills

Training and presentation

Basic computer skills

Education

NEBOSH

SAMTRAC

NOSA

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a leading construction contractor in Soweto, Gauteng to hire a Construction Safety Officer. You will implement and enforce health and safety policies, conduct site inspections, identify hazards and promote a culture of safety on large commercial sites.

The role requires 3–5 years of construction safety experience, strong OHSA knowledge, and effective communication for training and reporting. A hybrid work model applies, with travel within Gauteng as needed.