Remote Construction Health and Safety Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development funding

Safety culture impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Officer for a fully remote construction environment. You will develop and monitor comprehensive safety programs, conduct virtual inspections, and guide sites to meet regulatory requirements.

You will lead risk assessments, deliver remote safety trainings, and drive continuous improvement across diverse projects from a distributed team in South Africa. Strong communication and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an HSE officer in construction.
• In-depth knowledge of OHS Act and construction regulations.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop safety procedures.
• Excellent communication, training, and reporting skills.
• Proficient with virtual collaboration tools and remote training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety management systems for construction projects.
• Conduct risk assessments, site safety audits, and investigations with detailed reports.
• Ensure compliance with national and international health and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Training skills

Reporting skills

Virtual collaboration

Education

NEBOSH / SAMTRAC

Tools

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Remote Construction Health and Safety Officer to join their dedicated team. This role is essential for ensuring that all construction sites adhere to the highest safety standards and regulatory requirements, regardless of physical location. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring safety programs, providing expert guidance, and conducting virtual inspections and audits. This is a unique opportunity for a safety professional to contribute to a safer work environment across diverse projects from a fully remote setup, promoting a strong safety culture and minimizing risks within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive health and safety management systems for construction projects.
• Conduct risk assessments, site safety audits, and accident investigations, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international health and safety legislation and standards.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs and toolbox talks to site personnel and management teams remotely.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and implement corrective actions to continuously improve safety standards across all operations.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, SAMTRAC).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Health and Safety Officer in the construction industry.
• In-depth knowledge of OHS Act and construction regulations.
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and develop effective safety procedures.
• Excellent communication, training, and reporting skills, with strong proficiency in virtual collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Fully remote working arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Funding for professional development and relevant certifications.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on safety culture within a forward-thinking company based in the Eastern Cape region.