Remote Construction Safety Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Construction Safety Officer to develop, implement and monitor safety programs for nationwide projects. You will conduct remote risk assessments, audits and provide expert guidance to site teams.

This role requires strong communication, regulatory knowledge (NEBOSH/SAMTRAC/OHS) and proficiency with digital tools to document incidents, training and compliance while promoting a proactive safety culture across the country.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Safety Officer in construction.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management.
• Excellent communication and remote training skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply health and safety legislation.
• Proficiency with digital documentation and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety plans for construction projects.
• Conduct remote safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, providing reports and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training and toolbox talks to site personnel remotely.
• Ensure compliance with national and international health and safety legislation and standards.
• Maintain safety records and documentation including incident logs and training matrices.

Skills

Safety management

Remote training

Risk assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

NEBOSH/SAMTRAC/OHS Act

Tools

MS Office

Digital training tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and proactive Remote Construction Safety Officer to ensure the highest safety standards across their construction projects, regardless of physical location. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive safety programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations. This role allows a safety professional to make a significant impact by fostering a strong safety culture and providing expert guidance virtually to project teams across the country, supporting a secure working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety plans for construction projects.
• Conduct regular remote safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, providing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training and toolbox talks to site personnel and management virtually.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international health and safety legislation and standards.
• Maintain accurate safety records and documentation, including incident logs and training matrices.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Safety Officer in the construction industry, with a strong understanding of safety protocols.
• Relevant safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, OHS Act certification).
• Excellent knowledge of construction hazards and risk management techniques.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for effective remote training and reporting.
• Ability to interpret and apply health and safety legislation.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for documentation, communication, and virtual training.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Flexible, fully remote working arrangement.
• Opportunity to contribute to safety excellence across multiple construction sites.
• Access to ongoing professional development in safety management.
• Supportive team culture focused on well-being and compliance.