Business Health & Safety Coordinator

SGS; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HSE Advisor to enhance safety and compliance within its Natural Resources business line. This role involves implementing health and safety management systems, providing training, and facilitating risk assessments to ensure adherence to legal and organizational standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, with a proven track record in HSE management. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to a safer working environment and support continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HSE management and administration.
• Strong knowledge of OHS Act and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Technical Advisor on HSE compliance and management.
• Conduct training and facilitate risk assessments for projects.

Skills

HSE Management

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

SAMTRAC or equivalent Certificate (NQF 5)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a Technical Advisor to the Natural Resources business line on all HSE related areas, including legal compliance, client requirements, and Health & Safety Management Systems requirements as per local and global standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement the Natural Resources business line Top Page for all sites.
• Conduct H&S training aligned with HSMS as required.
• Facilitate Risk Assessments in line with projects.
• Manage HSE-related communication between role players (H&S, Coordinators, Management).
• Facilitate H&S projects and support their rollout and implementation.
• Implement global H&S initiatives throughout Natural Resources (e.g., Safe Start, Stellar, Safety Month, Quarterly Campaigns, Safe Talks, SGS Rules for Life, Stop Work Authority, BBS).
• Facilitate the Reward & Recognition program for the group.
• Report and manage H&S incidents, near misses, hazards, and best practices.
• Participate in incident investigations as needed.
• Report incidents and near misses into Crystal.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance visits, providing guidance for improvements.
• Assist with the coordination of the BCM program.
• Maintain visibility on all sites to demonstrate H&S commitment.
• Ensure adherence to all safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any other tasks to support the overall strategy.

SPECIFIC AUTHORITIES

• Identify, plan, recommend, and complete H&S programs aligned with strategy.
• Coordinate with H&S managers and site teams.
• Implement HSMS/IMS and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct inspections and self-assessments for compliance.
• Support sites during projects and expansions.
• Investigate incidents and report findings promptly.
• Implement H&S activities across SGS sites.
• Address safety hazards and nonconformities proactively.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12)
• SAMTRAC or equivalent Certificate (NQF 5)

Experience

• At least 5 years of administrative experience
• At least 5 years of relevant HSE management experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Experience in document and report writing

Competencies

• Knowledge of applicable legislation (OHS Act, Mine Act)
• Understanding of ISO 45001, ISO 14001 standards
• Experience in systems and legal auditing
• Good communication and personnel skills
• Leadership and team management abilities
• Investigation, auditing, and risk assessment skills

Required Skills

• Ability to explain technical HSE topics clearly
• Understanding site contributions to regional performance
• Influencing skills without direct authority
• Root cause analysis and solution evaluation skills
• Proficiency in English communication
• Strategic translation into actionable plans
• Ability to influence and collaborate across borders
• Adaptability to change and championing cultural shifts