SHE Manager

Express Employment Professionals Midrand; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals Midrand is seeking a qualified SHEQ professional to lead safety, health, environment and quality initiatives in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes audits, compliance, training, and continuous improvement to maintain a safe and compliant site.

The ideal candidate will have a Matric with a relevant SHEQ qualification (Degree preferred), plus strong leadership and communication skills to influence a safety-first culture across operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Management
• Sound knowledge of MHSA and OHSA
• Ability to align SHE objectives with business goals
• Strong governance and reporting skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct, manage, and report on Safety Management System audits for compliance
• Audit, monitor, and report on Occupational Hygiene programmes
• Oversee environmental compliance and maintain permits
• Drive continuous improvement for safer and more efficient operations
• Promote a proactive SHEQ culture through training and engagement
• Support Heads and teams in risk identification and safety improvements
• Maintain Codes of Practice and other SHEQ systems
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual SHEQ reports
• Coordinate SHEQ training programmes to ensure competence
• Manage contractor safety files, risk assessments, inductions, and on-site monitoring
• Conduct site inspections and address hazards and non-conformances
• Lead SHEQ activities during plant shutdowns and maintenance
• Monitor compliance with statutory requirements and best practices
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions

Skills

Planning

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Matric with SHEQ-related qualification (Degree preferred)

Job description

Experience:

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate with a relevant Safety, Health, Environmental, or Risk Management qualification, preferably a Degree
• Minimum of 2 years' experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous
• Proven experience across all aspects of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Management
• Sound knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
• Strong understanding of Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Management principles and practices
• Commercially minded with the ability to align SHE objectives with business and operational goals
• Excellent planning, organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and promote a positive safety culture throughout the organisation

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct, manage, and report on regular Safety Management System audits to ensure compliance with company standards and legislative requirements
• Audit, monitor, and report on Occupational Hygiene programmes and initiatives across the site
• Oversee environmental compliance activities, ensuring adherence to legislative requirements and maintaining all environmental permits, licences, and authorisations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at creating safer, healthier, and more efficient operational practices
• Develop, implement, and sustain a proactive SHEQ culture through training, coaching, awareness campaigns, and employee engagemen
• Support Department Heads and operational teams in identifying risks and implementing effective safety improvement strategies
• Take ownership of, implement, maintain, and continuously improve Codes of Practice (COPs) and other SHEQ management systems
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual SHEQ reports for management and regulatory authorities
• Coordinate and facilitate SHEQ-related training programmes to ensure workforce competence and compliance
• Manage contractor compliance, including contractor safety files, risk assessments, inductions, and on-site performance monitoring
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits, ensuring identified hazards and non-conformances are addressed and corrective actions are implemented
• Lead and manage SHEQ activities during planned plant shutdowns and maintenance projects to ensure safe execution of work
• Monitor compliance with statutory requirements, internal standards, and best practices to minimise risk and enhance operational performance
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventative actions