Junior SHEQ Officer M/F

CFAO; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment supplier in Gqeberha is looking for a SHEQ Support Coordinator. Responsibilities include assisting in the implementation of SHEQ policies, conducting inspections, and training staff on safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in Safety Management and experience in incident investigations. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for this role, offering a dynamic work environment focused on health, safety, and quality.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Must have a National Safety Diploma or equivalent.
• Understanding of safety legislations, including OHSACT 85.
• Experience in incident investigation methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing SHEQ strategy across branches.
• Conduct safety inspections and training.
• Monitor SHEQ compliance and report deviations.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Education

Matric or equivalent qualification

Relevant tertiary qualification (NQF 5)

ISO related qualification

Job description

The key purpose of this position is to assist and support the implementation and maintenance of the SHEQ policies, procedures, systems, processes and practices within CFAO Equipment, Satellite branches and sites, which shall include, but not be limited to risk, safety, security, health, quality, facility and environment.
The incumbent will assist in the implementation of the management systems to monitor safety, health, environment, quality, security and risk within the CFAO Equipment branch/es and sites.

With a revenue of over €_8.3 billion, access to 45 of the 54 countries on the continent, and near to 23,100 employees, we are a key player in mobility, infrastructure and energy, healthcare and, consumer goods,.
The Group partners with leading international brands and covers the entire value chain - imports, production and distribution- in line with the best international standards, drawing on over 170 years of hands-on knowledge and local expertise.
We pursue a twofold strategy, focusing on manufacturing to promote local production, and distribution through its distribution network, Africa's largest, to offer tailored, affordable products and services to people across the continent.

With Africa For Africa


More information: www.cfaogroup.com

Operational and SHEQ Management:

• Assist in the implementation of the CFAO Equipment SHEQ strategy at branches and sites.
• Assist to execute and communicate the SHEQ strategy and SHEQ programmes at branches and sites.

• Assist to implement the branch or site- specific SHEQ goals and programmes.
• Provide regular SHEQ reporting to the Regional SHEQ Coordinator.

• Drive the ANZEN and Zero Harm initiatives at branches and sites and promote a safety culture.
• Assist to ensure that audit standards are met audit findings are closed out.
• Assist to implement the carbon neutral project and initiatives at branches and sites.

• Assist to analyze branches and sites' SHEQ data and identify trends to provide regular reporting and opportunities for improvements.

• Assist in implementation of the SHEQ policies, procedures and safe work procedures at branches and sites.
• Inspect and ensure that all safety signs and notices are prominently displayed on the premises.
• Assist to ensure that SHEQ appointments are trained, appointments in place and records are kept.
• Inform line management of all SHEQ deviations that have been recorded, are actioned and rectified.
• Conduct Health & Safety inspections and walkabouts for continuous improvement.
• Assist to update compliance registers and standard checklists.
• Assist with first aid treatment and evaluate injured persons if it is needed to send them for medical treatment at a hospital or clinic.
• Assist to drive good housekeeping and ASEC principles and behaviours at branches and sites.
• Involved in incident investigations and report preparations.
• Maintain incident statistics, analyse trends and follow-up on remedial actions.
• Assist to complete the required documentation with the Department of Labour in the event of reportable injury and follow-up the progress of claims with WCA.
• Assist to monitor the surveillance programmes (e.g. noise, lux levels, medical etc.) and inform the Regional SHEQ Coordinator accordingly.
• Assist with compiling the SHEQ reports including sustainability reports.
• • Assist in obtaining permits, licenses or exemptions as required by law for SHEQ of the organization.
  • Assist to facilitate incident and accident investigations.
  • Responsible for all SHEQ administrative work including PPE requisition and issuing.
  • Assist in the implementation of an effective waste management plan.
  • Attend technician meetings for SHEQ purposes (toolbox talks) and keeping record thereof.
  • Input and verify data on Rapid system.

  Training

  • Assist with the training interventions needed for other employees at branches and sites.
  • Assist with appropriate employee training of relevant staff with respect to SHEQ strategies and procedures.
  • Assist to coach and support employees in SHEQ matters and compliance.
  • Conduct safety induction training to inform employees, contractors, customers and visitors of the legal and operational requirements prevalent to the SHEQ legal and compliance requirements at branches and sites.
  • Promote awareness of the impact of environmental decision at branches and sites.

  Risk

  • Assist to identify and control of potential risk exposures during walkabouts, inspections and audits.
  • Assist to conduct safety risk assessments and develop safe working procedures.
  • Assist to implement an Internal Audit plan and perform internal SHEQ audits.
  • Assist to implement the emergency plan and ensure emergency drills are planned and executed.
  • Conduct regular fire prevention and building inspections and report documented findings to management with proposed recommendations.
  • Assist to ensure that only authorised employees, contractors or visitors entering the premises are issued with an indemnity form and are familiar with the safety regulations of the branch or site.
  • Assist Security personnel to ensure that no vehicle enters the company premises without a permit or gate pass and no goods are removed off site without a valid gate pass.
  • Report any person suspected to be under the influence of any intoxicating substances to the Regional SHEQ Coordinator or General Manager.
  • Assist to establish a system for the reporting of workplace hazards and near misses.

  Contractor's Management

  • Ensure contractor compliance in respect of all SHEQ matters.
  • Assist to load contractor info on Rapid system.
  • Ensure that contractor's health and safety policies and standards are in place.
  • Assist and support contractors in the preparation of risk assessments and safe working procedures.
  • Ensure contractors are audited and meet the branch and site SHEQ requirements.
  • Create and update SHEQ safety files for customers.

• Embrace and drive change through visible SHEQ values.
• Proven ability to work within stringent deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and within a high-pressured environment.
• Ability to communicate business decisions and changes to working practices clearly.
• Ability to demonstrate a professional and objective perspective at all times.
• Ability to work flexible hours as and when required.
• Excellent commercial and customer-oriented awareness.
• Finely tuned diversity awareness, excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent information sharing at all levels, confident in presentation skills, internal and external.
• Ability to interact with all levels of people with the organisation, ability to challenge and influence where necessary,
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

* Matric, Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
* Relevant tertiary qualification, (NQF 5) National Safety Diploma, Safety Management or Environmental Management or studying towards that.
* SAMTRAC would also be an advantage.
* Internal Auditor's or ISO related qualification - ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, NOSA.
* Experience in incident investigation methods.
* Knowledge of OHSACT 85 and related safety legislations.