Safety Officer

Boss Scaffolding & Access Solutions (Pty) Ltd.; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and access solutions company is seeking a Safety Officer to enhance on-site safety standards. The candidate will be responsible for compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and safety training, ensuring a safe working environment in line with industry regulations. Ideal candidates will hold a SAMTRAC or COMSOC qualification and possess solid experience in safety roles, preferably within construction or mining settings. This contractual role offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to impact safety practices significantly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a safety role in construction or mining environments.
• Working knowledge of OHS Act and site-specific safety requirements.
• Experience working on mining or smelter sites will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Promote and monitor compliance with health and safety standards on site.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, and audits in line with legal and company requirements.
• Coordinate incident investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure scaffold safety protocols are implemented and adhered to on site.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and registers.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Risk Assessments

Safety Training

Incident Investigation

Education

Matric (Grade 12 / NQF Level 4)

SAMTRAC or COMSOC 1 & 2

Valid medical fitness certificate

Tools

OHS Act knowledge

Scaffolding inspection certification

Fall Protection Plan / Working at Heights certification

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term: 12-Month contract

Closing Date: 24/07/2025

Key Responsibilities:

Promote and monitor compliance with health and safety standards on site

Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, and audits in line with legal and company requirements

Coordinate incident investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions

Ensure all work permits and legal documentation are in place before work commences

Facilitate toolbox talks, inductions, and safety training sessions for site personnel

Liaise with the client’s safety team to ensure alignment with site-specific requirements

Ensure scaffold safety protocols are implemented and adhered to on site

Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and registers in accordance with site and company procedures

Assist in compiling and submitting safety documentation to the client and management

Perform general and ad hoc duties as required to support site safety operations

Matric (Grade 12 / NQF Level 4)

SAMTRAC or COMSOC 1 & 2

Valid medical fitness certificate

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a safety role in construction or mining environments

Working knowledge of OHS Act and site-specific safety requirements

Experience working on mining or smelter sites will be advantageous

Advantageous:

Registration with SACPCMP

Valid driver's license with own transport

Fall Protection Plan / Working at Heights certification

Scaffolding inspection or competent person certification

Incident investigation and root cause analysis training

Application Process:

Interested employees should submit:

A brief motivation

Updated CV

Any supporting documentation relevant to the role

Send applications to: [e-mail]

Closing Date: 24/07/2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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