OHS Practitioner

SERR Synergy; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A safety consultancy firm is seeking an experienced OHS Practitioner in Bloemfontein. You will ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation for clients, conducting risk assessments and developing safety policies. The ideal candidate should have a relevant qualification, around 3 years of consultancy experience, and be fluent in Afrikaans and English. Responsibilities include client advisory, conducting inspections, and preparing clients for compliance audits. Applications close on 12 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Occupational Health and Safety consultancy.
• Knowledge of South African health and safety legislation and standards.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement OHS management systems for clients.
• Conduct risk assessments and compliance evaluations.
• Advise clients on legal obligations and corrective measures.
• Prepare clients for Labour inspections and audits.

Skills

Occupational Health and Safety compliance

Risk assessment

Client advisory

Time management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Safety Management or equivalent

Job description

SERR Synergy, established in 2014, provides local and international businesses with tailor‑made strategies and solutions to meet South Africa's legislative requirements. The company addresses compliance with the Broad‑Based Black Economic Empowerment (B‑BBEE) Codes of Good Practice and key business legal compliance matters such as Labour and Occupational Health and Safety. Our primary goal is to support the sustainable growth of businesses by helping them operate both legitimately and strategically within South Africa’s unique economic landscape.

We are seeking to employ an experienced and well‑organized OHS Practitioner to join our vibrant OHS team in Bloemfontein.

The ideal candidate must be able to work independently while contributing positively to a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment. Strong technical understanding, professionalism, and consistent service delivery are essential.

As an OHS Practitioner at SERR Synergy, you will ensure that our business clients comply with occupational health and safety legislation by identifying, assessing, and managing workplace risks. You will implement safety policies, conduct inspections, facilitate training, and promote a safe and healthy working environment for employees.

Minimum requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Safety Management, Risk Management, Environmental Management, NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, MESHTRAC, OHS Practitioner Certificate, or equivalent qualifications.
• Knowledgeable on the South African health and safety legislation, regulations and standards for general, agriculture, mining and construction industries.
• +/- 3 years of relevant experience in Occupational Health and Safety consultancy.
• Preferably fluent in Afrikaans and English (written and verbal).
• Own reliable transport.
• SACPCMP registration will be an advantage

Your duties as an OHS Practitioner will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Develop, implement, monitor, and review OHS management systems for SME and mid‑tier clients.
• Conduct risk assessments, gap audits, site inspections, and compliance evaluations with minimal supervision, and recommend practical, workable solutions.
• Provide clear advisory support, helping clients understand their legal obligations and compliance requirements.
• Advise clients on corrective measures, system improvements, and legislative updates.
• Assist clients with incident reporting and support investigations where required.
• Maintain deep knowledge of South African OHS legislation and support clients accordingly.
• Prepare clients for Department of Labour inspections and compliance audits.
• Demonstrate independence, reliability, and strong time management by maintaining audit‑ready documentation.

Should you qualify and meet the above requirements, kindly submit your CV and Qualifications to:

• [e-mail] and quote reference SERR001/2026.01

Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. Job applications close on 12 January 2026. If you have not received a response within two weeks, your application was most likely unsuccessful. Preference will be given to EE candidates.