HSE Manager

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing firm in Cape Town is seeking a hands-on HSE Manager to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of HSE experience and a proactive leadership style to drive safety performance and develop a zero-harm culture within the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HSE experience in chemical manufacturing or a similar industry.
• 5+ years in a leadership or managerial HSE role.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with OHSA and chemical industry safety standards.
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Champion a strong safety culture and behavioural safety initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of South African HSE legislation

Strong auditing skills

Incident investigation skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

SAMTRAC certification

NEBOSH IGC certification

Job description

Job Title: HSE Manager

Location: Cape Town

Salary: R1,000,000 – R1,200,000 per annum

Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

Reports to: Site or Operations Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a hands‑on, experienced HSE Manager to lead and continuously improve all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems. This is a senior role in a high‑risk chemical manufacturing environment, where safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship are critical.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, confident, and passionate about promoting a zero‑harm culture, with strong knowledge of South African HSE legislation and chemical process risks. A visible leader on the shop floor, you’ll influence behaviour, ensure legal compliance, and drive safety performance across all levels of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with OHSA and chemical industry safety standards
• Lead risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations
• Oversee emergency response readiness and training
• Drive process safety and manage critical systems like PTW, LOTO, and confined space entry
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous substances
• Monitor environmental impact and implement sustainability practices
• Manage regulatory audits and liaise with government bodiesLead HSE training and workforce engagement
• Champion a strong safety culture and behavioural safety initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or Chemical Engineering
• SAMTRAC, NEBOSH IGC, or similar certification (advantageous)
• 10+ years of HSE experience in chemical manufacturing or a similar industry
• 5+ years in a leadership or managerial HSE role
• In‑depth knowledge of OHSA, MHI, HCS, and process safety
• Strong auditing, investigation, and reporting skills
• Valid driver’s license and own transport

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Visible, confident leader with a strong shop‑floor presence
• Proactive and solutions‑oriented, able to challenge the status quo
• Calm and decisive in high‑pressure situations
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and coaching skills
• Analytical, ethical, and highly safety‑driven