Environmental & Risk Officer

Kerry Kopp Recruitment Specialists; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 550 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an Environmental & Risk Officer to lead health and safety initiatives. This role involves ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and developing control strategies to manage environmental impacts. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a degree in Environmental Management Sciences. Knowledge of ISO standards and strong reporting skills are essential. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact in health and environmental safety.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as an Environmental & Risk Officer.
• Experience in implementation of ISO 14001-2015 & ISO 45001.
• Extensive knowledge of NEMA, OHSA and other environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all incidents relevant to SHER are reported and investigated.
• Monitor compliance with all applicable SHER legislation.
• Drive the culture of quality, health, safety and environment.

Skills

Environmental management

Risk assessment

Health and safety regulations

Regulatory compliance

Education

Ndip/ Degree in Environmental Management Sciences

Tools

ISO 14001:2015

ISO 45001

Job description

Reference: KZN000712-KK-1 Environmental & Risk Officer KZN MIDLANDS The Environmental & Risk Officer will be the backbone of our environmental health and safety initiatives, staying on top of regulations, implementing effective control strategies, and making sure we uphold the Occupational Health & Safety Act No. 85 of 1993 and Regulations. To provide SHER expertise, guidance and support by developing programmes, policies and procedures to prevent and control any environmental aspects and impacts. Coordinate and improve SHER performance reports and administer systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

• All incidents relevant to SHER are reported, investigated, corrected and learnings disseminated.
• All relevant environmental authorizations, operating licences/permits are applied for and are up-to-date and compliance to conditions is monitored.
• Ensure the company is compliant with all applicable SHER legislation.
• Monitor SHER performance by gathering relevant data and producing statistical reports.
• Ensure that all legal appointments are in place in terms of applicable legislation.
• Develop and maintain the occupational health management and monitoring programme.
• Manage all SHER site surveys, audits and assessments.
• Drive the culture of quality, health, safety and environment.
• Manage all SHER related training requirements.
• Assess the site current sustainability performance, identify and prioritise the site key sustainability strategies.
• Responsible for developing adequate plans/controls to prevent pollution, respond to emergencies and ensure business continuity.
• Ensure compliance with system and operational protocols, policies, and procedures at site.
• The ongoing review of the compliance for implementation of and compliance to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Provide detailed audit reports with findings.
• Identify non-conformities and provide corrective action measures to prevent re-occurrence.
• Monitor and review those corrective measures that have been implemented.
• Maintain and enhance internal and external customer and contractor relations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ndip/ Degree in Environmental Management Sciences.
• SAMTRAC (advantageous).
• 3+ Years as an Environmental & Risk Officer.
• Experience in implementation of ISO 14001-2015 & ISO 45001.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 14001:2015, NEMA, OHSA and other environmental standards.