Fully Remote Construction Safety Lead

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Construction Health and Safety Officer to champion safety standards across construction projects, with oversight conducted remotely from the Klerksdorp area. Ensure compliance with SA safety regulations and a strong safety culture among all personnel, irrespective of location.

You will develop, implement, and monitor health and safety plans, conduct remote risk assessments, provide virtual training, and investigate incidents to prevent recurrence.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years as Health and Safety Officer, preferably construction.
• Registered with SACPCMP or SAIOSH.
• Knowledge of SA OHS Act and construction safety regs.
• Proficiency with digital tools for communication, reporting and safety management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and observational skills for remote hazard ID.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor health and safety plans for construction projects, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Conduct remote risk assessments and recommend preventive measures for sites.
• Deliver and document safety training via virtual platforms.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; prepare reports and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records and documentation (inspections, training logs, incidents).
• Collaborate with site managers and regulators to drive safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

OSH standards

Risk assessment

Remote safety management

Digital tools

Safety training

Incident investigation

Education

Occupational Health and Safety qualification

Tools

Collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Construction Health and Safety Officer to champion safety standards across construction projects, with oversight conducted remotely from the Klerksdorp area. Ensure compliance with SA safety regulations and a strong safety culture among all personnel, irrespective of location.

You will develop, implement, and monitor health and safety plans, conduct remote risk assessments, provide virtual training, and investigate incidents to prevent recurrence.