HSE Specialist

Air Liquide; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial gases company seeks a Safety Specialist in Richards Bay, South Africa. This role involves managing health, safety, and environmental compliance, conducting audits, training, and supporting management in HSE standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or related fields, with relevant supervisory experience in the gas or chemical industry being advantageous.

Qualifications

• 8+ years supervisory experience in the gas or chemical industry is advantageous.
• Experience in safety audits and compliance is required.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Establish and communicate a written HSE Policy.
• Ensure compliance with South African safety, health, and environmental laws.
• Conduct or coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring as needed.

Skills

Operational experience

Proficiency with safety risk tools

Knowledge of South African legislation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related fields

BTech Degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or Safety Management

Job description

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Safety Specialist is responsible for Occupational, Health, Safety, and Environment Management at Air Liquide. They will support the HSE Manager and Facility Managers in maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and communicate a written HSE Policy, including procedures such as inspections, JHA, audits, work permits, and compliance monitoring.
• Assist management in implementing and monitoring HSE programs and objectives.
• Evaluate HSE non-conformities related to group documents, procedures, standards, or local regulations.
• Ensure timely conduct of internal and external audits, and develop action plans.
• Provide expert support and advice on HSE matters to operations management and staff.
• Ensure compliance with South African safety, health, and environmental laws; support subsidiary operations.
• Conduct or coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring as needed.
• Coordinate HSE training for employees and contractors to ensure safety qualification.
• Assist in analyzing safety events and guarantee quality in reporting.
• Support the completion of Safe Work and Life Saving Permits.
• Provide on-the-floor coaching and recognition related to HSE.
• Communicate regularly on HSE topics, KPIs, initiatives, and achievements.
• Participate in hazard analysis, change management, and safety reviews.
• Promote a safety culture and employee engagement in HSE matters.
• Apply global safety best practices in planning and execution.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related fields.
• BTech Degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or Safety Management (advantageous).

Experience

• 8+ years supervisory experience in the gas or chemical industry (advantageous).
• Experience in safety audits and compliance.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Experience with safety risks and maintaining relevant accreditations (FSSC, SAHPRA, ISO).

Knowledge and Skills

• Operational experience and understanding of risk management.
• Proficiency with safety risk tools (Fall protection, Permits, JHAs).
• Knowledge of South African legislation (OSHAct, NEMA).
• Familiarity with Air Liquide Group IMS, policies, and standards (added advantage).

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Air Liquide, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, believing that diversity fosters innovation and success.