Safety Officer

Aspire Recruiting (PTY) LTD; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Recruiting (PTY) LTD is seeking a Safety Officer in Bloemfontein to develop, implement, and evaluate health and safety policies in a South African operation. You will train staff, conduct audits, and investigate incidents to ensure a safe and compliant environment.

Minimum requirements include Grade 12, SAMTRAC or NEBOSH, and HIRA certification, with 2–4 years post-qualification experience and supervisory exposure.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (NQF 4) or equivalent.
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH Certificate is required.
• HIRA certification and knowledge of risk assessment methods.
• 2–4 years post-qualification experience as Safety Officer.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct baseline and issue-based risk assessments (HIRA) and identify hazards.
• Prepare and implement Safety and Health Plans and safe work procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act 85 of 1993 and ISO 22000 where applicable.
• Verify equipment safety, inspect tools and maintain hazard-free areas.
• Investigate incidents, document findings, and drive corrective actions.
• Facilitate inductions, toolbox talks, and compliance training.
• Compile health and safety reports and audit documentation for management.
• Supervise team members and provide after-hours standby support as needed.

Skills

OHS Act knowledge

Safety auditing

Risk assessment

Incident management

MS Office

Training delivery

Team supervision

Education

Grade 12 / NSC

SAMTRAC or NEBOSH Certificate

HIRA certification

Job description

Job Purpose

Develop, implement, and evaluate risk management policies and health and safety programmes. Train employees on occupational health and safety procedures, conduct workplace inspections and audits, and investigate incidents to ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant operational environment.

Key Performance Areas & Responsibilities

• Risk & Hazard Management: Conduct baseline, continuous, and issue-based risk assessments (HIRA); identify workplace hazards, assess unsafe situations, and propose preventative and corrective controls.

• Safety & Health Plan Implementation: Prepare, maintain, and implement comprehensive Safety and Health Plans, safe work procedures, and departmental emergency response and evacuation plans.

• Compliance & Legal Governance: Ensure operations comply with statutory requirements under the OHS Act 85 of 1993 and relevant standards (including ISO 22000 where applicable). Ensure all contractors are vetted and appointed strictly per statutory guidelines.

• Equipment & Site Safety: Verify that all tools, plant machinery, and equipment are safe, inspected, and fit for use. Ensure emergency exits, walkways, and operational areas remain clean and hazard‑free.

• Incident Management: Investigate, document, and report all workplace incidents and accidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrences.

• Training & Advisory: Facilitate health and safety inductions, toolbox talks, and compliance training across production and operational teams.

• Reporting & Administration: Compile and submit health and safety reports, statistics, and audit documentation to management.

• Supervisory & Standby Duties: Supervise team members to meet safety objectives and remain available for after‑hours standby duties as operational requirements dictate.

Minimum Requirements

• Education:

  • Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (NQF Level 4).

  • SAMTRAC or NEBOSH Certificate.

  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) certification.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 to 4 years post‑qualification experience as a Safety Officer.

  • Demonstrated supervisory experience (at least 2 years preferred).

• Licences & Mobility:

  • Valid RSA driver’s licence with own reliable transport.

• Technical Proficiencies:

  • Solid working knowledge of the OHS Act, safety auditing, risk assessment methodologies, and incident management.

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems.

Advantageous Qualifications & Attributes

• National Diploma in Safety Management.

• Professional registration with SACPCMP (e.g., Construction Health and Safety Officer).

• Certified Level 3 Incident / Accident Investigator.

• Fall Protection Planner Certificate.

• Knowledge of ISO 22000 / food safety and manufacturing management systems.

• Valid Passport.