Health And Safety Officer

OHSE Resolved Pty; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

OHSE Resolved (Pty) Ltd is seeking a competent, proactive Safety Officer to join our team on a 4-month fixed-term contract at a client site in Germiston, Gauteng. The successful candidate will identify risks, engage with employees and management, and work independently to maintain safety standards.

The role emphasizes practical safety delivery, inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations with availability immediate or within two weeks.

Qualifications

• SAMTRAC or equivalent OHS qualification required.
• Minimum 2 years practical occupational health and safety experience.
• English and Afrikaans proficiency essential.
• Availability immediately or within 2 weeks.
• SAIOSH registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine workplace inspections and identify occupational health and safety risks.
• Monitor compliance with applicable legislation and site-specific safety requirements.
• Develop, review and maintain risk assessments and safe working procedures.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, and monitor corrective actions.
• Conduct toolbox talks and workplace safety awareness sessions.
• Liaise with client representatives, employees and contractors.
• Maintain accurate OHS records, registers and reports.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety arrangements.

Skills

English & Afrikaans fluency

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

SAMTRAC or equivalent OHS qualification

National Diploma or higher in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vacancy: Site Safety Officer (4-Month Contract)

Company: OHSE Resolved (Pty) Ltd

Location: Germiston, Gauteng

Employment Type: 4-Month Fixed-Term Contract, with the possibility of permanent employment

Availability: Immediate or within 2 weeks

Position Overview

OHSE Resolved is seeking a competent, proactive and experienced Safety Officer to join our team on a 4-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent position.

The successful candidate will be placed at one of our client's facilities in Germiston on a full-time, site-based basis for the duration of the contract.

We are looking for someone who understands occupational health and safety beyond documentation and can confidently identify risks, engage with employees and management, and work independently.

Candidates must be available to commence employment immediately or within a maximum of two weeks.

Minimum Requirements

• SAMTRAC or an equivalent recognised occupational health and safety qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years' practical occupational health and safety experience.
• Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans (written and spoken) is essential.
• Availability to commence employment immediately or within 2 weeks.
• Additional training or qualifications in:
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA).
• Incident Investigation.
• First Aid.
• Fire Fighting.
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and applicable regulations.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Ability to compile and maintain OHS documentation, registers and reports.
• Good computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and professionally within a client environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine workplace inspections and identify occupational health and safety risks.
• Monitor compliance with applicable legislation and site-specific safety requirements.
• Develop, review and maintain risk assessments and safe working procedures.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, and monitor corrective actions.
• Conduct toolbox talks and workplace safety awareness sessions.
• Monitor contractor safety compliance and relevant documentation.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and safety inspections.
• Maintain accurate OHS records, registers and reports.
• Liaise with client representatives, employees and contractors.
• Provide regular compliance updates to OHSE Resolved management.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety arrangements.

Advantageous Experience and Qualifications

• Previous occupational health and safety experience within the metal industry, including metal fabrication, metal processing, engineering workshops or related industrial operations, will be strongly advantageous.
• A National Diploma or higher qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with machinery safety, material handling, lifting operations and hot work activities.
• SAIOSH registration.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management systems.

Contract Details

This position is offered as a 4-month fixed-term employment contract, with the possibility of permanent employment thereafter, subject to operational requirements, business needs and satisfactory performance. Permanent employment is not guaranteed.

OHSE Resolved (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.