Safety Officer - Construction

Oxyon People Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety consultancy in Durban is seeking an experienced Safety Officer to ensure a safe work environment on construction sites. Responsibilities include developing safety plans, conducting inspections, and providing training. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, is registered as a Safety Officer, and has at least 2 years of experience in the construction industry. This role offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Registered with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Safety Officer.
• At least 2 years of experience in a safety officer role, preferably in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct regular safety inspections.
• Provide safety training to employees and contractors.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit safety reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Safety Officer to join our team in Durban. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment on construction sites, and for implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety Planning: Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, including risk assessments and hazard identification.
2. Safety Inspections: Conduct regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
3. Safety Training: Provide safety training and inductions to employees, contractors, and visitors.
4. Incident Investigation: Investigate incidents and accidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
5. Safety Reporting: Prepare and submit safety reports, including incident reports, safety statistics, and compliance reports.
6. Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant safety legislation, regulations, and standards, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
7. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders, including employees, contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities.
8. Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, as well as strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Requirements

1. Qualifications: National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (or relevant field).
2. Registration: Registered with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Safety Officer.
3. Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a safety officer role, preferably in the construction industry.

Knowledge:

• Occupational health and safety principles and practices
• Safety legislation, regulations, and standards
• Construction safety management
• Risk assessment and hazard identification