HSE Officer

Chainlink Recruitment; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 246,000 - 379,000; Part time

Job summary

Chainlink Recruitment are assisting a client in Kimberley to fill multiple HSE Officer positions on contract-based work across civil, mechanical and electrical projects. The roles require meticulous health, safety and environmental compliance on site and the ability to work independently on remote project sites.

Applicants should hold a recognised HSE qualification (SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, SHEQ Diploma or similar), have at least 3 years’ experience, and strong knowledge of the OHS Act.

Qualifications

• Recognised HSE qualification (SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, SHEQ Diploma or similar).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an HSE Officer.
• Experience in Civil, Mechanical and/or Electrical project environments.
• Strong understanding of OHS Act and construction-site safety.
• Ability to work independently on remote project sites.
• Clear communication and reporting skills.
• Valid driver’s licence (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Site Safety Compliance — Ensure compliance with OHS Act and project-specific safety requirements.
• Risk Assessments — Conduct baseline, issue-based and continuous risk assessments.
• Safety Files — Compile, maintain and update project safety files.
• Incident Management — Report, investigate and close out incidents, near misses and non-conformances.
• Contractor Control — Monitor contractor compliance across civil, mechanical and electrical activities.
• Site Inspections — Perform daily site inspections and enforce corrective actions.
• HSE Training — Conduct inductions and toolbox talks.
• Documentation & Reporting — Maintain accurate HSE records and submit reports to management.
• Emergency Preparedness — Ensure emergency procedures and equipment are in place and functional.

Skills

Site safety compliance

Risk assessments

Incident management

Documentation & reporting

Emergency preparedness

Contractor control

Site inspections

HSE training

Communication

Education

HSE qualification (SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, SHEQ Diploma or similar)

Job description

Our client is seeking experienced HSE Officers available for contract‑based work in the Kimberley region. The successful candidates will support Health, Safety and Environmental compliance across major Civil, Mechanical and Electrical project disciplines, ensuring safe operations, risk mitigation and adherence to statutory requirements.

This role requires strong field experience, solid HSE knowledge, and the ability to work independently on project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Safety Compliance — Ensure compliance with OHS Act and project‑specific safety requirements

• Risk Assessments — Conduct baseline, issue‑based and continuous risk assessments

• Safety Files — Compile, maintain and update project safety files

• Incident Management — Report, investigate and close out incidents, near misses and non‑conformances

• Contractor Control — Monitor contractor compliance across civil, mechanical and electrical activities

• Site Inspections — Perform daily site inspections and enforce corrective actions

• HSE Training — Conduct inductions and toolbox talks

• Documentation & Reporting — Maintain accurate HSE records and submit reports to management

• Emergency Preparedness — Ensure emergency procedures and equipment are in place and functional

Minimum Requirements

• Recognised HSE qualification (SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, SHEQ Diploma or similar)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an HSE Officer

• Experience in Civil, Mechanical and/or Electrical project environments

• Strong understanding of OHS Act and construction-site safety

• Ability to work independently on remote project sites

• Clear communication and reporting skills

• Valid driver’s licence (advantageous)

Must be based near Kimberley or willing to work in the region