National Ohs Co-Ordinator

takealot.com; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African online retailer is seeking a National OHS Coordinator to oversee health and safety across its logistics operations in Johannesburg. The candidate will ensure compliance with legislation, conduct audits, and provide training. Ideal candidates have a diploma in health and safety management and extensive experience in safety management. This role offers a full-time position within a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 10-15 years of experience in health and safety management.
• Depth knowledge of South African OHS legislation and standards.
• Proven ability to deliver training on health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage health and safety programmes across all national DCs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Conduct site-specific risk assessments and implement controls.

Skills

Leadership and communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Auditing and risk assessment capabilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Capability to travel nationally

Education

Diploma in health and safety management

SAMTRAC certification

NEBOSH Management of International Health & Safety

Certified Risk Management (ISO 31000)

Tools

Health and safety management systems (e.g. ISO 45001)

Safety reporting systems

Job description

a leading South African online retailer is looking for a highly talented National OHS – Co-ordinator to join our Logistics Team in Johannesburg.

We are a young dynamic hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard‑working people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

This position reports to the Head of Risk and Security.

Purpose of this role

The National Health and Safety Lead is responsible for developing, implementing and managing the organisation’s health and safety programmes across all national DCs. The role ensures compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, promotes a culture of safety and reduces occupational risks for employees and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Legal Compliance

Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and other applicable health, safety and environmental legislation.

Conduct regular audits and inspections across all DCs to ensure legal and procedural compliance.

Maintain all health and safety documentation including risk assessments, incident reports and training records.

2. Policy and Procedure Management

Develop and implement national health and safety policies and SOPs for all warehousing activities.

Review and update health and safety procedures regularly in line with legislative and operational changes.

3. Training & Development

Plan and deliver health and safety training including induction, fire safety, emergency response, manual handling and hazardous material management.

Promote safety awareness through toolbox talks, safety days and campaigns.

4. Risk Management

Conduct site‑specific risk assessments and implement risk‑control measures.

Lead investigations into incidents, near misses and injuries ensuring root‑cause analysis and preventative actions are implemented.

5. Emergency Preparedness

Ensure that all warehouse sites have up‑to‑date emergency response plans, fire evacuation procedures and first aid provisions.

Coordinate emergency drills across sites and ensure compliance with fire regulations.

6. Reporting and Analysis

Compile monthly health and safety reports for senior management highlighting trends, incidents and recommendations.

Monitor and analyse health and safety performance metrics across all sites.

7. Stakeholder Engagement

Liaise with local authorities, contractors, insurance providers and regulatory bodies during inspections and compliance checks.

Represent the company in external audits and health and safety forums.

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma or 10-15 years experience with progressively increasing responsibility in safety and health management.

SAMTRAC certification.

NEBOSH Management of International Health & Safety.

Certified Risk Management (ISO 31000).

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Leadership and communication abilities, problem‑solving skills.

Proficiency in health and safety management systems (e.g. ISO 45001).

• Depth knowledge of South African OHS legislation and standards
• Auditing and risk assessment capabilities
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety reporting systems
• Capability to travel nationally and work independently

The Environment

Employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer‑centric, fun, and have the shared ambition of being the leading e‑commerce company in Africa.

We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions and are always open to direct feedback and new ideas on where we can improve.

We are short on ego and high on output.

We are doers and not only thinkers; it’s all in the execution after all.

We love what we do and what we are creating.

We seek to employ an extraordinary mind who is smart, has integrity and is hardworking.

If you meet the above you are an extraordinary mind so come and join us!

Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities to apply.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: 10 - 15