Safety Officer - Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 288,000 - 336,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

RPO Recruitment's client, a leading construction company in South Africa, seeks a Safety Officer for a Bethlehem project. You will implement and monitor OHSA-aligned safety procedures across building sites and oversee risk assessments, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.

Role requires 3–5 years in construction safety, SAMTRAC/NEBOSH, and SACPCMP registration is highly desirable. Proficiency in MS Office and a valid SA driver’s license are essential.

Qualifications

• OHSA knowledge and site safety practices.
• Strong communication, observation and reporting skills.
• Experience in construction safety on building projects is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid SA driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor health and safety policies and procedures in line with OHSA and relevant laws.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Ensure safety practices are followed by workers, subcontractors and visitors on site.
• Report and investigate incidents and unsafe conditions; recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety trainings and inductions for new employees and subcontractors.
• Maintain safety records, documentation and incident reports for compliance and audits.
• Collaborate with site supervisors to promote a safety culture across operations.
• Ensure correct use of PPE and current safety signage on site.
• Liaise with local authorities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

OHSA knowledge

Strong communication

Reporting skills

Independent under pressure

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Matric Certificate

SAMTRAC/NEBOSH

SACPCMP registration (desirable)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

RPO Recruitment's client, a leading and reputable construction company in South Africa is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Safety Officer to join their construction team on one of their latest projects in Bethlehem, Free State.

The Safety Officer will be responsible for implementing and monitoring occupational health and safety procedures on our building sites to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and other relevant legislation.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Ensure that safety practices are adhered to by all workers, subcontractors, and visitors on site.
• Report and investigate any incidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety training, and inductions for new employees and subcontractors.
• Maintain safety records, documentation, and incident reports for compliance and audit purposes.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and management to ensure a culture of safety is maintained across all operations.
• Ensure the correct use of PPE and that all safety signage is displayed and up to date.
• Liaise with local authorities and ensure all construction activities comply with statutory safety regulations.

Requirements

• Matric Certificate
• SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, or equivalent Health and Safety qualification
• Valid registration with the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Safety Officer is highly desirable
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a Safety Officer in the construction industry, preferably in building projects
• Solid understanding of OHSA and construction site safety practices
• Strong communication, observation, and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid South African driver's license

Benefits

Salary: R288K - R336K CTC per annum with accommodation provided