OHS (Occupational, Health and Safety) Officer - Gauteng (Muldersdrift)

Boxer Superstores; Mogale City; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an experienced Occupational Health and Safety Officer to manage OHS risk strategies at their Distribution Centre. The role involves developing risk policies, liaising with external agencies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a National Diploma in Safety and a minimum of 3-5 years OHS experience. Proficiency in Excel and strong interpersonal skills are essential. Competitive remuneration offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant OHS experience required.
• Solid understanding of OHS regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new risk policies and procedures.
• Liaise with external parties for OHS reports.
• Identify and evaluate OHS risks and conduct inspections.
• Maintain a comprehensive risk register.
• Provide hands-on training for new OHS appointments.

Skills

Strong relationship-building

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Excel

Education

National Diploma/3-year Degree in Safety/Occupational Health and Safety

Environmental certificate

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Officer. As the OHS Officer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and implementing OHS risk strategies within the Boxer Group. If you are passionate about ensuring a safe and compliant working environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. This role is to be based at our Distribution Centre in Muldersdrift.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Implementation:
  • Develop and implement new risk policies and procedures.
• External Relationship Building:
  • Liaise with external parties for OHS reports, including the Department of Labour, Fire Department, and Health Department.
• Risk Identification and Evaluation:
  • Identify and evaluate risks within the OHS Act, building regulations, insurance requirements, and SA national standards regulations.
  • Stay updated on changes, new regulations, and acts.
  • Conduct physical site inspections, complete checklists, and gather evidence.
  • Investigate incidents on an ad hoc basis.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Maintain a comprehensive risk register.
  • Update the risk register weekly based on findings, risks identified, and implementations.
  • Identify contractors appointed by Boxer and ensure the acquisition of a letter of good standing before commencement of work.
  • Report on risks, liaise with relevant internal and external departments.
  • Document findings, make recommendations, obtain management responses, and conduct follow-ups on implementation.
• Teamwork, Self-Management, and Alignment with Group Values:
  • Provide hands‑on training for new OHS appointments.
  • Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles and juggling priorities.
  • Share, debate, and communicate findings with the team.
  • Flag and debate issues constructively.
  • Promote a cooperative climate to achieve shared goals.
  • Demonstrate mentoring and coaching skills, as well as conflict resolution abilities.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma/3‑year Degree in Safety/Occupational Health and Safety.
• An Environmental certificate will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3‑5 years of relevant OHS experience.
• Solid understanding of OHS regulations, including the OHS Act, SANS regulations, Water and Pollution Act, and Environmental Act.
• Strong relationship‑building, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Excel.