Safetycloud Ergonomist, Midrand

Safetysa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

SafetyCloud (SafetySA) is seeking an Ergonomist to deliver specialised occupational health and safety consultancy across mining, manufacturing, logistics and office environments. As a competent person under Regulation 1 of SA Ergonomics Regulations, you will identify, assess and mitigate ergonomic risks to help clients comply with OHSA and reduce MSDs.

Responsibilities include conducting Ergonomics Risk Assessments (ERAs) per Regulation 6, applying RULA/REBA/NIOSH methods, developing programmes,

Qualifications

• Identify, assess and mitigate ergonomic risks in diverse environments.
• Apply validated ergonomic assessment methods and standards.
• Develop and implement structured Ergonomics Management Programmes.
• Provide training and capacity-building on ergonomic practices.
• Deliver technical reports with risk ratings and action plans.

Responsibilities

• Ergonomic Risk Assessments (ERAs) across mining, manufacturing, logistics, and offices.
• Design and implement practical risk controls based on the hierarchy of controls.
• Develop and manage Ergonomics Programmes for client organisations.
• Deliver awareness campaigns and task-specific training.
• Monitor effectiveness and report on improvements for leadership.

Skills

Ergonomics risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Human factors engineering

Stakeholder communication

Education

Competent person under SA Ergonomics Regulations

Tools

RULA

REBA

NIOSH Lifting Equation

Anthropometric analysis

Job description

Closing date: 19 September 2026

Purpose:

The Ergonomist at SafetyCloud (SafetySA) plays a pivotal role in delivering specialized occupational health and safety consultancy services across diverse industrial and corporate sectors. Functioning as a competent person under Regulation 1 of the South African Ergonomics Regulations, the incumbent is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating physical, cognitive, and organizational ergonomic risks for our clients. The primary objective of this role is to assist employers in achieving compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), optimizing workplace efficiency, reducing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and cognitive fatigue, and fostering safer, more productive work environments through scientifically backed human factors engineering.

Responsibilities:

1. Ergonomics Risk Assessments & Compliance

• Conduct comprehensive Ergonomic Risk Assessments (ERAs) in strict accordance with Regulation 6 of the Ergonomics Regulations across varied client environments (including mining, manufacturing, logistics, and office spaces).
• Utilize and interpret validated ergonomic assessment methodologies and tools including RULA, REBA, the NIOSH Lifting Equation, and anthropometric analysis.
• Evaluate workplace setups, tool designs, and vehicle configurations to ensure optimal physical alignment and human-machine interaction.
• Assess cognitive workload, fatigue risk factors, and information processing demands to minimize human error in high-stakes operational environments.

2. Risk Control & Intervention Design

• Formulate and recommend practical engineering, administrative, and design control measures based on the Hierarchy of Controls and Regulation 7 requirements.
• Collaborate with client engineering, operations, and management teams to integrate ergonomic principles into the procurement of machinery, tools, and office furniture.
• Conduct workplace optimizations focusing on organizational factors, including shift work impacts, work-rest schedules, and psychosocial risk interactions.

3. Ergonomics Programme Development & Management

• Partner with clients to develop, implement, and maintain structured Ergonomics Management Programmes.
• Establish internal employee reporting systems for early identification of ergonomic discomfort or signs of musculoskeletal strain.
• Provide technical support and subject matter expertise during incident investigations where human factors or physical strain are suspected root causes.
• Assist in setting up and guiding client Ergonomics Committees to drive internal ownership of safety programs.

4. Training, Awareness & Capacity Building

• Develop and deliver tailored ergonomics awareness campaigns and task-specific training sessions for both client management teams and shop-floor employees.
• Translate complex biomechanical and cognitive human-factors data into clear, actionable safety practices for diverse workforces.
• Keep up to date with professional standards, representing SafetyCloud's commitment to scientific integrity through ongoing alignment with the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (ESSA).

5. Monitoring & Reporting

• Design and track monitoring systems to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of implemented ergonomic control measures.
• Compile highly technical, professional consulting reports for client leadership, providing clear risk ratings, legislative gap analyses, and prioritized action plans.