Junior Health And Safety Officer

Engineco; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and safety firm is seeking a Junior Health and Safety Officer in Cape Town. The candidate will be responsible for training employees in health and safety procedures, compiling project-specific health and safety files, and assisting management with health and safety systems. Qualifications include a SAMTRAC certification, SACPCMP registration, and experience in health and safety management in construction and manufacturing. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Qualifications

• Must be a South African citizen residing in Cape Town.
• Willingness to travel and work after normal hours.
• Clear criminal record and excellent reference.

Responsibilities

• Train employees in health and safety procedures.
• Compile and present health and safety files for projects.
• Assist with implementing and monitoring health and safety systems.

Skills

Training in occupational health and safety procedures

Exceptional administrative skills

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

SAMTRAC qualification aligned with level 5

Registered at SACPCMP

Valid certification for HIRA, Legal Liability, Accident Investigation

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a Junior Health and Safety Officer to join our team based in Cape Town.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Train employees in occupational health and safety procedures.
• Compile and present project and site-specific Health and Safety files in accordance with manufacturing and construction regulations.
• Assist management with implementing, monitoring, and auditing the H&S system at company and project sites.
• Investigate incidents to ensure safe and healthy working conditions.
• Administer injury on duty claims and administration of health and safety related matters.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• SAMTRAC qualification aligned with level 5.
• Registered at South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP).
• Valid certification for HIRA, Legal Liability, Accident and Investigation.
• Knowledge in safety regulations (manufacturing and construction).
• Experience in construction and manufacturing health and safety management.
• Exceptional administrative skills with proficiency in compiling an electronic records keeping system.
• Ability to deal with confidential information.
• Skilled in planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Valid driver's licence.

Additional Information

Willing to travel and work after normal hours that may include Saturdays and public holidays.

Must have a clear criminal record and excellent reference – track record.

Must be a South African citizen that resides in Cape Town.

Job Type: Full-time. Work Location: In person.

Reliable transport to work.