Safety Officer

Defy; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading appliance manufacturer is seeking a Safety Officer based in Lady Smith, KwaZulu-Natal. This role involves ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements, conducting inspections and audits, and managing safety training and awareness. Candidates should hold a Diploma in Safety Management and have certifications like First Aid and Advanced Fire Fighting. Familiarity with ISO standards and waste management practices is advantageous. A valid Driver’s License is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Safety Management required.
• Samtrac, AHSTRAC, HIRA certifications expected.
• First Aid and Advanced Fire Fighting certifications required.
• Experience with Waste Management is advantageous.
• Valid Driver’s License is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and audits for compliance.
• Lead environmental, safety, and energy awareness training.
• Compile data and reports on safety metrics.
• Ensure proper contractor induction as per SHE specifications.
• Check compliance with necessary permits and licenses.

Skills

Safety Management

Risk Assessment

First Aid Certification

Environmental Awareness

Education

Diploma in Safety Management

ISO 14001 Implementation

ISO 45001 Implementation

ISO 50001 Knowledge

Job description

We are currently on a search for a Safety Officer to join the largest manufacturer and distributor of major appliances company in Southern Africa, to be based in Lady Smith. The purpose of the position will be to ensure compliance to all Occupational, Health & Safety requirements applicable to the company. To carry out duties in a manner that will minimize accidents, incidents reducing risk and damage to assets and property whilst increasing awareness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspections & Audits.
• Meeting attendance.
• Environmental, Safety and Energy awareness.
• Aspects and Impacts Files and Risk assessments.
• Data compilation/Reporting.
• Contractor Induction.
• Assessment of Contractor files in line with SHE specifications.
• MSDS and Chemical Management.
• Environmental, Safety & Energy KPIS.
• Incidents and Emergency Drills.
• Site Permits and Licenses.
• Copies of waybills illustrating correct waste disposal must be filed to present during audits.
• Environmental Monitoring.
• Safety and Environmental Induction and Training.
• Safety and environmental Meetings and Awareness

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

• Diploma in Safety Management
• Samtrac, AHSTRAC, HIRA
• First Aid Certified
• Advanced Fire Fighting
• ISO 14001, ISO 45001 (Implementation & Internal Audit)
• ISO 50001 will be an advantage.
• Waste Management Experience
• Legal Compliance
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with working in a Unionized environment.