Remote Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 420.000 - 660.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to join a fully remote team. You will develop, implement, and monitor EHS policies with a strong emphasis on sanitation, ensuring compliance across operations while promoting a culture of safety from Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

You will lead training, conduct remote risk assessments, investigate incidents, and maintain records to deliver regular EHS reports for management.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an EHS role with sanitation or hygiene management.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective EHS programs and policies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using EHS management software and standard office productivity tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Certification such as CSP or equivalent is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental health and safety programs, focusing on sanitation and hygiene protocols.
• Conduct remote risk assessments and identify potential hazards in workplace environments and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and national EHS regulations and standards.
• Organize and deliver EHS training sessions for employees, covering topics such as safe handling of chemicals, emergency preparedness, and sanitation procedures.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of EHS activities, including training, inspections, incident reports, and audit findings.
• Prepare regular EHS reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external regulatory bodies to address EHS concerns.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest EHS legislation, industry trends, and best practices in sanitation.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

EHS software

Office productivity tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for maintaining and enhancing the safety and sanitation standards across all company operations. As an EHS Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring EHS policies and procedures, with a strong emphasis on sanitation best practices. You will play a vital part in ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a culture of safety and well-being throughout the organization. This position offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere while supporting our client's mission from Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental health and safety programs, focusing on sanitation and hygiene protocols.
• Conduct remote risk assessments and identify potential hazards in workplace environments and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with all local, regional, and national EHS regulations and standards.
• Organize and deliver EHS training sessions for employees, covering topics such as safe handling of chemicals, emergency preparedness, and sanitation procedures.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of EHS activities, including training, inspections, incident reports, and audit findings.
• Prepare regular EHS reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external regulatory bodies to address EHS concerns.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest EHS legislation, industry trends, and best practices in sanitation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an EHS role, with significant experience in sanitation or hygiene management.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective EHS programs and policies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using EHS management software and standard office productivity tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent is a plus.
• A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• Exposure to diverse operational environments and EHS challenges.
• Supportive and collaborative remote work culture.