Furnace Shift Supervisor – Safety & Operations Lead

Staff Solutions; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Solutions is seeking a Supervisor to enforce PPE usage, safety regulations, and company policies within the production department. You will monitor absenteeism, oversee subordinates, and ensure timely handovers and reporting.

The role requires accurate, independent work with good attendance and willingness to work shifts, standby, and overtime. Relevant licenses and a supervisory certificate are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent is required.
• Supervisor certificate will be advantageous.
• Valid Excavator and Forklift licenses will be advantageous.
• Ability to work accurately and independently.
• Good attendance, disciplinary and timekeeping record, with availability for shift work, standby and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct PPE is used at all times and address PPE concerns promptly.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Participate in flexible training initiatives.
• Conduct Health & Safety risk assessments and report concerns to Manager.
• Report misconduct and poor performance to the Manager.
• Monitor daily absenteeism and arrange alternatives as needed.
• Report absenteeism issues promptly to the Manager.
• Check production activity of the previous shift and ensure no delays for the current shift.
• Follow up on Health & Safety incidents and participate in counselling sessions when required.
• Ensure daily housekeeping and department maintenance are performed.
• Lead daily team and toolbox talks and maintain clear interdepartmental communication.
• Understand subordinates’ functions and oversee their work to meet job descriptions.
• Assist Manager in closing on-the-job training gaps within the team.
• Review completed checklists and update reports; escalate concerns when needed.
• Ensure nonconformances are rectified in time or escalated to Manager.
• Inspect equipment for good working order and raise concerns timeously.
• Validate hot work permits for gas cutters and report concerns.
• Check expiry dates of fire extinguishers and report expired items.
• Ensure subordinates follow DSTI for tasks.
• Approve requisition slips timeously and follow up on delays with Manager.
• Ensure incident investigation forms are completed by end of each shift and reported.
• Monitor vehicle and machinery inspections.
• Ensure shift handover is performed with the outgoing Supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Punctuality/Timekeeping

Education

Matric or equivalent

Supervisor Certificate

Excavator license

Forklift license

Job description

Staff Solutions is seeking a Supervisor to enforce PPE usage, safety regulations, and company policies within the production department. You will monitor absenteeism, oversee subordinates, and ensure timely handovers and reporting.

The role requires accurate, independent work with good attendance and willingness to work shifts, standby, and overtime. Relevant licenses and a supervisory certificate are advantageous.