Safety Officer

Blue Ocean Talent; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Gauteng is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to manage safety programs and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves conducting risk assessments and leading safety training. Candidates should have relevant safety management qualifications and 5-7 years of experience. A valid driver’s license is required due to travel to various sites.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in a safety officer role.
• Experience in environmental health, fire prevention, industrial hygiene and occupational health.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accident investigations and safety inspections.
• Develop, recommend and implement health and safety policies.
• Monitor safety inspection programmes.
• Ensure required registrations and licences are maintained.

Skills

Accident investigations

Safety training

Risk assessments

Compliance with safety codes

Education

Relevant safety management qualifications

Job description

Introduction

Our client in the Engineering Manufacturing industry is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to join their team in Randburg.

You'll be the champion of workplace safety, implementing and managing our safety programs and ensuring compliance with all regulations.

Your expertise will be crucial in conducting risk assessments, leading safety training, and preventing dangers, accidents and safety hazards. The successful candidate will be qualified in safety management.

A valid driver’s license is required due to traveling requirements to sites.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct accident investigations and safety inspections.
• Interpret and evaluate compliance with safety codes.
• Develop, recommend and implement health and safety policies.
• Co‑ordinate with all staff to discuss safety precautions.
• Monitor safety inspection programmes.
• Responsible for safety induction of new employees.
• Ensure required registrations and licences are maintained.
• Plan training on basic principles of risk management and accident prevention, including laws and regulations of the Occupational Safety Act.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Relevant safety management qualifications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in environmental health, fire prevention, industrial hygiene and occupational health.
• 5‑7 years experience in a safety officer role.

Package and Remuneration

R R pm, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Interested?

Please submit your application to join our safety team.