Remote Site Safety Officer: Construction Risk & Compliance

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Site Safety Officer to develop, implement and monitor safety management systems across projects. This fully remote role requires coordinating with site teams and external bodies to uphold high safety standards from a home office.

Based ideally in SA, you will conduct remote risk assessments, train teams virtually, investigate incidents, and maintain accurate safety records while ensuring compliance with national regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years in a safety officer role within construction.
• Proven ability to develop and implement safety management systems.
• Strong knowledge of SA OHS Act and construction safety regulations.
• Excellent remote communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain site safety management plans remotely.
• Conduct remote risk assessments and develop control measures.
• Monitor safety performance via virtual inspections and reports.
• Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports with corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with national and local health and safety regulations and client requirements.
• Deliver safety training and toolbox talks remotely or provide materials for on-site delivery.
• Maintain safety records and audit trails.
• Advise site management on safety best practices and legal obligations.
• Promote a positive safety culture across projects.
• Serve as point of contact for safety queries from site teams.

Skills

Remote communication

Risk assessment

Safety management systems

Incident investigation

Data analysis

Hazard identification

Education

NEBOSH / SAMTRAC qualification

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Cloud-based reporting systems

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Site Safety Officer to develop, implement and monitor safety management systems across projects. This fully remote role requires coordinating with site teams and external bodies to uphold high safety standards from a home office.

Based ideally in SA, you will conduct remote risk assessments, train teams virtually, investigate incidents, and maintain accurate safety records while ensuring compliance with national regulations.