Health & Safety Practitioner

The Hiring House; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hiring House is seeking a skilled Occupational Health and Safety professional in Gauteng, South Africa. The role requires a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience and a strong educational background in safety management. Responsibilities include conducting audits, ensuring compliance, and managing emergency preparedness.

Ideal candidates will possess excellent computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, and have a SAMTRAC certificate for additional advantage. Join our team to promote workplace safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Grade 12, Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Safety Management required.
• SAMTRAC certificate is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk management on the managed portfolio.
• Perform insurance surveys and ensure compliance.
• Lead emergency preparedness and OHS governance.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word

Proficiency in MS Office

Strong computer skills

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Safety Management

SAMTRAC certificate

Job description

Key Performance Areas

• Inspections, Audits & Risk Management On the Managed Portfolio
• Insurance Surveys On the Managed Portfolio
• OHS Governance, Administration & Compliance
• Emergency Preparedness & Head Office Compliance
• OHS Awareness, Training & Campaigns

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric), Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Safety Management and SAMTRAC certificate an advantage

Experience

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years relevant experience (in a corporate environment advantageous) in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have extensive knowledge of Computer Skills: Microsoft Word; Excel, strong proficiency in relevant computer packages (MS Office) and software packages