Health & Safety (Sheq) Officer

Chainlink Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Officer located in Germiston. The successful candidate will implement SHEQ policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, coupled with strong administrative and communication skills. This role offers a salary range of R30,000 – R42,000 per month, depending on experience, within a dynamic team focused on safety culture enhancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Health and Safety Officer in a Manufacturing or Engineering environment.
• Proven experience in SHEQ systems and compliance.
• Ability to guide corrective actions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act and relevant regulations.
• Facilitate safety training and awareness campaigns.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach

Ability to conduct risk assessments

Education

Matric + relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH)

Job description

Overview

Location: Germiston
Industry: Engineering Manufacturing
Salary: R30,000 – R42,000 per month (Depending on experience)
Type: Permanent | Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems across the facility
• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act and relevant regulations
• Prepare and submit safety reports, audits, and documentation to management and external bodies
• Facilitate safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to embed safety into daily operations
• Spend approximately 20% of time on the floor identifying risks and guiding corrective actions
• Spend 80% of time on administrative and strategic SHEQ functions
• Break down complex safety instructions into actionable tasks for teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and safety culture development

Minimum Requirements

• Matric + relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Health and Safety Officer in a Manufacturing or Engineering environment
• Proven experience in SHEQ systems and compliance
• Strong administrative and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Must be based in or near Germiston

Ideal Candidate Profile

Dynamic and driven, with a proactive approach to safety and compliance
Not just a “floor walker” – strategic thinker with strong admin and reporting capabilities
Able to break down instructions into manageable tasks and guide actions effectively
Ambitious, with the potential to grow into a Supervisory or Managerial role within 5 years
Comfortable engaging with all levels of staff and management
Not be a job-hopper