Health and Safety Officer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Safe work environment

Employee stability

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Officer for its Vereeniging operations in Gauteng. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining the HSE management system, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a strong safety culture among all staff in a mining environment.

The candidate should have a qualifying HSE credential (e.g., SAMTRAC/NEBOSH) and at least 4 years of mining/industrial sector experience, with excellent communication and training skills to ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Relevant health and safety qualification required (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH).
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Health and Safety Officer in mining/industrial environments.
• In-depth knowledge of South African OHS Act and mining safety regulations.
• Strong risk assessment and incident investigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's health and safety management system.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify hazards.
• Investigate incidents and near misses and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide health and safety training to employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Maintain records of safety training, inspections, and incidents.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the organization.

Skills

Health and safety management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Training & development

Communication skills

Education

SAMTRAC

NEBOSH

Job description

Our client is looking for a dedicated Health and Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment for their operations in Vereeniging . This role is crucial for maintaining compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation within the mining sector. You will be responsible for implementing and monitoring safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a strong safety culture among all employees. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the workforce and the operational integrity of the company in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's health and safety management system.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety audits to identify potential hazards.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide health and safety training to employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Maintain accurate records of safety training, inspections, and incident reports.
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Health and Safety Officer, preferably in the mining or industrial sector .
• In-depth knowledge of South African OHS Act and relevant mining safety regulations.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and incident investigation techniques.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage safety programs.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced safety certifications.
• A supportive work environment committed to employee well-being.
• Direct impact on workplace safety and operational standards.
• Stable employment within a growing mining operation .