Health and Safety Officer

Industrial Bakeware Company (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Bakeware Company (Pty) Ltd seeks a proactive Health & Safety Officer to manage Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across multiple factories. This hands-on role involves conducting site inspections, implementing policies, and preparing safety performance reports.

The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma in Safety Management, SAMTRAC/NEBOSH certification is advantageous, and at least 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of OHSA, COID Act, environmental legislation, and hazardous waste management.
• Ability to work across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor Health, Safety & Environmental policies across all sites.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and compliance audits.
• Investigate incidents and coordinate corrective actions.
• Manage environmental compliance, including hazardous waste reporting.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Investigation skills

Report-writing skills

Education

National Diploma in Safety Management / Occupational Health & Safety

SAMTRAC / NEBOSH certification

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Health & Safety Officer to join our manufacturing group, managing Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across multiple factories and offices. This is a hands-on role for an individual passionate about creating and maintaining a safe, compliant, and health-conscious workplace.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor Health, Safety & Environmental policies across all sites.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and compliance audits.
• Investigate incidents and coordinate corrective actions.
• Plan and facilitate monthly and quarterly Health & Safety meetings.
• Conduct safety inductions, training, and emergency drills.
• Oversee PPE compliance and equipment inspections.
• Manage environmental compliance, including monthly hazardous waste reporting to the City of Cape Town.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly safety performance reports.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Safety Management / Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent.
• SAMTRAC / NEBOSH certification (advantageous).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of OHSA, COID Act, environmental legislation, and hazardous waste management.
• Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work across multiple sites.

IBCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with our EE Plan. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.