Remote Health & Safety Officer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Health & Safety Officer to support projects across Gauteng and beyond. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive H&S programs from a remote location to ensure compliance with SA legislation and industry best practices.

You will conduct remote risk assessments, investigate incidents, and provide virtual safety training to diverse sites, while maintaining thorough documentation and fostering a strong safety culture across

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Health & Safety, preferably in construction.
• Experience in developing and implementing H&S management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of South African occupational health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies across all projects.
• Conduct remote risk assessments, hazard analyses, and safety audits.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Provide safety training and guidance virtually to site teams and management.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and client requirements.
• Maintain records of inspections, training, incidents and compliance.

Skills

Virtual training

Stakeholder mgmt

Safety reporting

Communication

Independent work

Education

NOSA/NEBOSH certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and proactive Remote Health & Safety Officer to join their operations supporting projects across Gauteng and beyond. In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive health and safety programs to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry best practices. You will play a crucial role in fostering a strong safety culture, conducting risk assessments, and providing expert guidance to site teams, all from a remote location. This is an ideal opportunity for a safety professional who excels in virtual collaboration and is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards across diverse construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust health and safety policies and procedures across all project sites.
• Conduct remote risk assessments, hazard analyses, and safety audits to identify and mitigate potential workplace dangers.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, determining root causes and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Provide comprehensive safety training and guidance to site personnel, supervisors, and management teams virtually.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety legislation, regulations, and client requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training, incidents, and compliance documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Health & Safety role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful H&S management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of South African occupational health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and virtual training skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships remotely.
• Relevant safety qualification (e.g., NOSA, NEBOSH) is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Provision of necessary remote work equipment.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and certifications.
• Contribution to retirement savings plan.