Jnr Health

Si Logistical Services; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Jnr Health & Safety Officer in Cape Town. Responsibilities include conducting site inspections, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations, and maintaining safety documentation. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in health & safety within the construction environment and hold relevant qualifications. This is a permanent position requiring in-person work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in health & safety in construction or scaffolding environment.
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations.
• Valid SACPCMP Registration.
• Valid SA Driver's License with own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections of scaffolding and working-at-height activities.
• Verify scaffold compliance according to statutory requirements.
• Enforce health & safety standards.
• Assist with incident investigations and compile reports.
• Maintain safety records and documentation.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Observation skills (attention to detail)

Practical, hands-on approach to safety

Education

SAMTRAC / BA in Safety Management / equivalent safety qualification

Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Whatsapp

Job description

Jnr Health & Safety Officer

Location: Diepriver, Southern Suburbs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections, specifically scaffolding structures and working-at-height activities.
• Verify scaffold compliance and sign off inspections in line with statutory requirements – SANS / ED2.
• Enforce adherence to company and legal health & safety standards.
• Identify hazards, raise non‑compliance issues, and ensure corrective actions are taken & assist with site audits.
• Assist with incident / accident investigations, and compile reports.
• Implement on‑site Safety File.
• Maintain up‑to‑date safety records, inspection registers, and documentation.
• Collaborate with supervisors, contractors, and management to ensure a safe working environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in health & safety within construction / scaffolding environment.
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and relevant regulations.
• SAMTRAC / BA in Safety Management / equivalent safety qualification (compulsory).
  • Certificate in Risk Assessment
  • Certificate in Incident Investigation
  • Scaffolding Inspector Certificate
  • Working at Heights Certificate
• Valid SACPCMP Registration.
• Fully computer literate – MS Office and Whatsapp used extensively.
• Valid SA Driver's License with own reliable transport.

Attributes

• Strong written and verbal communication and reporting skills.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Observation skills (attention to detail).
• Sense of responsibility.
• Able to adapt to fast‑changing priorities.
• Practical, hands‑on approach to safety.
• Physically fit and able to perform the work as required.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R,00 - R,00 per month

Application Question(s): Do you have your own, reliable vehicle?

Education

• Diploma (Required)
• Experience: working in the Health & Safety field – 5 years (Required)
• License / Certification: SAMTRAC / BA in Safety Mgt / Equivalent Safety certification (Required)
• Work Location: In person