Occupational Health and Safety Officer - Petrochemical Industry

InvisionHR; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading petrochemical firm is seeking an experienced Occupational Health and Safety Officer in Cape Town. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and conducting audits. The ideal candidate must possess 5 years of experience in the petrochemical sector, be registered with SACPCMP, and hold SAMTRAC and NOSA certifications. The position offers a competitive salary, living-out allowance, and comprehensive support for travel and accommodation requirements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Living-out allowance

Accommodation provided

Travel to site covered

Qualifications

• Registered as a Construction Health and Safety Officer with SACPCMP.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the petrochemical industry.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards relevant to the petrochemical industry.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce safety standards and protocols.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Provide safety training and guidance to staff.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Collaboration with mechanical teams

Education

SAMTRAC certification

NOSA certification

SACPCMP registration

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Health and Safety Officer with at least 5 years of experience in the petrochemical…)to join our team in Cape Town (Western Cape ).

1. The ideal candidate will have a background in refinery or petrochemical operations and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all safety regulations on‑site.
2. This role requires registration as competing] CHSO with SACPCMP and a willingness to work away from home when necessary.
3. The Occupational Health and Safety Officer will work closely with the mechanical team, and a background in welding will be beneficial.
4. The candidate should also have an understanding of ISO standards relevant to the petrochemical industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce safety standards and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments across various sites.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety policies, and company guidelines.
• Provide safety training (Toolbox Talks), guidance, and support to staff members.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with the mechanical team to identify and mitigate risks related to mechanical operations and equipment.
• Work with weldingագիտական mechanical teams, comparable understanding of welding safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with management to continuously improve health and safety measures on‑site.

• Must be registered as a Construction Health and Safety Officer with SACPCMP (not a candidate).
• SAMTRAC and NOSA certifications are required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the petrochemical industry, preferably with experience in refinery or petrochemical operations.
• Must be willing to work away from home as needed for project requirements.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, including ISO standards relevant to the petrochemical industry.>
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Experience working closely with mechanical teams and understanding mechanical safety protocols.
• Previous experience working in a refinery setting .

We offer a competitive, market‑related salary, along with a living‑out allowance to support your time away from home. Accommodation and travel to site are fully provided.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic team, where you will make a significant impact on safety standards in the petrochemical industry.