Safety Manager (Boilermaker)

Kontak Recruitment; Bronkhorstspruit; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Safety Manager in Bronkhorstspruit. This role involves overseeing health, safety, and environmental compliance in a busy industrial plant. The ideal candidate should have a recognized boilermaker qualification, SAMTRAC or equivalent safety training, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include safety inspections, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A hands-on approach is essential as onsite work is required daily.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in HSE, Safety Manager, or Safety Officer role.
• Experience managing safety documentation and statutory records.
• First Aid, Fire Fighting, or Emergency Response certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety policies across all operational areas.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Deliver ongoing safety training and toolbox talks.

Skills

Understanding of South African HSE legislation

Risk assessment skills

Incident investigation

Strong communication skills

Education

Recognised Boilermaker trade qualification

SAMTRAC or equivalent safety qualification

Job description

Safety Manager (Boilermaker) required in Bronkhorstspruit.

An established manufacturing and heavy-fabrication operation in the Bronkhorstspruit area looking for an experienced Safety Manager with a solid boilermaker background.

The role oversees all aspects of health, safety, and environmental compliance across a busy industrial plant that includes fabrication, welding, maintenance, and materials-handling activities.

The position requires a hands‑on professional who can manage risk, enforce compliance, train staff, and ensure that safe working practices are consistently followed throughout the facility.

Salary: R25 000 to R28 000 per month.

Minimum Requirements:

• Recognised Boilermaker trade qualification or significant experience in heavy fabrication/boiler environments
• SAMTRAC or equivalent recognised safety qualification
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an HSE, Safety Manager, or Safety Officer role within an industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or fabrication environment
• Strong understanding of South African HSE legislation and OHS Act requirements
• Proven experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits
• Experience managing safety in boiler, welding, hot-works, lifting, and fabrication areas
• Ability to implement safety systems, policies, and corrective measures
• Good communication skills with the ability to train and influence staff at all levels
• Experience managing safety documentation, safety files, and statutory records
• First Aid, Fire Fighting, or Emergency Response certifications (advantageous)
• Willingness to work on-site in Bronkhorstspruit daily

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain safety policies, procedures, and systems across all operational areas
• Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and internal audits across fabrication, welding, boiler, and general plant operations
• Manage hot-work permits, confined-space permits, and other critical safety authorisations
• Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Deliver ongoing safety training, toolbox talks, and induction for employees and contractors
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including the OHS Act and related regulations
• Maintain accurate safety files, inspection registers, and compliance documentation
• Oversee emergency preparedness including fire safety, evacuation planning, and response procedures
• Monitor and enforce PPE compliance and safe work behaviours
• Liaise with management, external auditors, and inspectors regarding safety matters
• Drive continuous safety improvement initiatives within the plant