Senior SHEQ Officer

Imforce Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Safety Officer in Johannesburg to manage risk and ensure legal compliance on site. The successful candidate will conduct risk assessments, oversee environmental practices, and facilitate safety training. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and be at least 25 years old. SAMTRAC certification is preferred. This role aims to promote safety culture and continuous improvement, ensuring the well-being of all staff and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years relevant experience in safety management.
• At least 25 years old.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Manage the company's environmental impact.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Facilitate SHE Document Control.
• Conduct accident investigations.

Skills

Risk management

Legal compliance

Safety culture promotion

Environmental impact management

Auditing and investigation

Education

SAMTRAC or equivalent

Job description

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in risk management, legal compliance, and promoting a culture of safety and accountability across the Nasrec site.

Requirements

• SAMTRAC (a diploma in Safety will be advantageous but not compulsory)
• 3 - 5 years relevant experience.
• At least 25 years old

Job Duties

• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments and recommend appropriate risk mitigation controls to the management team.
• Evaluate safety across machinery, plant layout, and job functions particularly those involving specialized tasks requiring permits and appropriate PPE.
• Manage the companys environmental impact by overseeing waste management practices, identifying environmental trends, and implementing mitigation measures.
• Ensure full compliance with all aspects of the NEMA Act and related environmental regulations.
• Facilitate and maintain SHE Document Control, ensuring accurate records for all Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), environmental matters, and municipal bylaws, registers, permits, checklists etc.
• Ensure that all employees, visitors, and contractors are properly inducted upon arrival to the site and are in possession of correct PPE.
• Ensure regular Toolbox Talks are conducted to promote safety-focused behaviour and awareness on site.
• Oversee equipment and plant inspections (where applicable), ensuring all relevant registers are completed and maintained accurately.
• Record all issued PPE in designated registers; maintain and track the PPE matrix and assess specialised PPE requirements based on Risk Assessments.
• Audit and approve all contractor safety files prior to the commencement of any work.
• Conduct accident investigations to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate and ensure the regular execution of fire drills.
• Maintain up-to-date registers for auxiliary equipment, ancillary tools, power-driven machinery, and heavy moving equipment.
• Ensure LMI (Lifting Machinery Inspector) testing is conducted for all heavy-moving and ancillary equipment in accordance with legal requirements.
• Ensure all Fire Equipment is tested accordingly and maintained in good condition.
• Ensure all First Aid boxes are regularly replenished and that designated First Aiders are fully aware of their responsibilities.

Foster a culture focused on proactive execution and risk prevention.

• Demonstrate strong business acumen while driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Promote collaboration across departments to support overall organizational growth and alignment.

Support the implementation and adherence to Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirements on site.

Assist in managing risk-related and legal requirements to ensure all safety standards and obligations are met.

Proactively identify potential issues or gaps that could pose future risks or violations.

Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all safety-related documentation and tasks.