Safety Manager (with Boilermaker Background) (JB5769)

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

Job summary

A manufacturing and heavy-fabrication company in Bronkhorstspruit is seeking an experienced Safety Manager. The successful candidate will oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance while ensuring safe working practices in an industrial plant. Responsibilities include conducting safety audits and risk assessments, enforcing compliance, and delivering training. A recognized Boilermaker qualification and safety certifications are essential for this role, along with strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of R25,000 to R28,000 per month.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in HSE, Safety Manager, or Safety Officer role.
• Strong understanding of South African HSE legislation.
• Experience managing safety documentation and files.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety policies and systems.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Safety compliance

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Staff training

Good communication

Education

Recognised Boilermaker trade qualification

SAMTRAC or equivalent safety qualification

Job description

Safety Manager (with Boilermaker Background) (JB5769)

Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng

R25 000 to R28 000 a month CTC

Permanent

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

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

Please do not apply using scanned CVs. No supporting documentation is required at this point; this will be requested later.

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