Safety Health Risk Specialist - PE

Ultra Pharmaceutical and Medical Placements; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized health and safety consulting firm in Port Elizabeth seeks a Safety Health Risk Specialist to join their team. The role involves managing audits, planning interventions, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should have at least 4-6 years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in various operational environments. This position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years’ experience in a similar position is required.
• Must have superior knowledge of health and safety industry regulations.
• Proficiency in English and strong computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Initiate audits and intervention work as per proposals.
• Finalize reports within 5 working days after interventions.
• Chair health and safety meetings and write accurate reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Education

Grade 12 Certificate at NQF 5 or equivalent

National Certificate / Diploma in HSE

SETA approved Health and Safety Representative course

SETA approved Risk Assessment course

Tools

MS Word

Access

Job description

Well known health and safety consulting firm is looking for a Safety Health Risk Specialist to join their team in Port Elizabeth.

Working within a formalised quality management system, including procedures, document templates and reporting

Initiating audits and or intervention work depending on the specific requirements as set out in accepted proposals.

Reports are to be finalized within 5 working days after completion of an intervention as per the IMS.

Collect, analyse, evaluate, and distribute client SH&E information as per our audit reporting system

Chairing health and safety meetings Accurate report writing, including risk assessments, audits, etc.

Planning and scheduling interventions with clients as per works issued

Practical application of the OHS Act 85 of 1993, and all regulations, SANS 10400, and some more.

Safety, Health Risk Specialist is expected to be able to work in a variety of operational environments with exposure to: computestanding work, fall risk, enclosed spaces, heat, noise, poor lighting, chemicals, electricity / power

Ensure quality standards of material and services delivered.

Meet goals and deadlines provided by the Branch Manager in line with duties

Adhere to high ethical standards and comply with all regulations / applicable laws

Network to improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company, to potentially secure new business for the company

Stay abreast of market trends and developments to be able to keep clients up to date with ever changing developments in the health and safety industry

Qualifications and Skills

• Grade 12 Certificate at NQF 5 or equivalent (RPL) / National Certificate / Diploma in HSE
• SETA approved Health and Safety Representative course
• SETA approved Risk Assessment course
• At least 4-6 years’ experience in a similar position
• Required strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication (oral and written) skills
• The incumbent must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as issued
• The incumbent can and will be expected to travel and work away from home for periods of time
• Superior knowledge of industry’s rules and regulations pertaining to the business / health and safety and building legislation
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficient in the English language, computer skills, MS Word package and Access
• Outstanding communication ability, both with colleagues and clients
• Attention to detail and ensuring that services are provided on time and correctly.
• Results driven and customer focused

In addition to the above requirements, you may be required to assist with further duties as deemed by the employer or requirements of the business operations