Safety Officer

West Coast Personnel; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency in Johannesburg is looking for a Safety Officer responsible for ensuring OSHEM compliance across multiple sites. The role includes conducting audits, identifying risks, and maintaining safety documentation. Applicants should have a minimum NQF Level 5 qualification in Health & Safety, along with SACPCMP registration as a Health & Safety Officer and 3–5 years experience in OSHEM, preferably in the fire protection field. A valid driver's licence and vehicle are essential. This role provides remote working privileges and a probation period of 3 months.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years OSHEM experience in the built environment.
• Experience in the fire protection industry is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce OSHEM compliance across sites.
• Conduct OSHEM audits and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with statutory OHS requirements.
• Compile accurate safety reports and documentation.

Skills

OSHEM compliance enforcement

Risk identification

Audit conducting

Safety reporting

Education

NQF Level 5 qualification in Health & Safety

SACPCMP registration as a Health & Safety Officer

Job description

Role Overview

The Safety Officer will be responsible for monitoring, reviewing, and enforcing OSHEM compliance across various sites. This role focuses on identifying risks, conducting audits, and ensuring full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act within construction and fire protection environments.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce OSHEM compliance across sites
• Conduct OSHEM audits and inspections
• Identify risks and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with statutory OHS requirements
• Maintain OSHEM administration and reporting
• Compile accurate safety reports and documentation

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 5 qualification in Health & Safety
• SACPCMP registration as a Health & Safety Officer (or higher)
• 3–5 years OSHEM experience in the built environment
• Fire protection industry experience advantageous
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle

Additional Information

• Remote working privileges apply
• 3-month probation period
• No criminal or credit records (discretion applied)
• Relevant benefits applicable after successful probation
• No conflicts of interest