SHE Occ Safety Officer

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 480 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy and chemicals company in Secunda, Mpumalanga, is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator. The role involves coordinating health and safety activities and ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates should have a National Diploma in Safety Management, 6+ years of relevant experience, and knowledge of ISO 45001. Responsibilities include leading risk assessments and safety audits, providing PPE advice, and integrating safety initiatives into operations. The company promotes inclusion and provides opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in health and safety management.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate health and safety activities for inspections and data maintenance.
• Monitor and respond to workplace hazards proactively.
• Conduct safety-related risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Participate in audits and compliance checks for safety procedures.
• Provide advice on PPE selection and safety practices.

Skills

BC_Collaborates

TC_S_Integrate SHE into Business Plans and Procedures

TC_Operational and Safety Factors

BC_Manages Complexity

TC_S_Organisation, Responsibilities, Resources and SHE Requirements

BC_Plans and Aligns

TC_Safety Management Techniques

TC_Safety Principles

BC_Action Oriented

BC_Ensures Accountability

Education

Grade 12

National Diploma in Safety Management

Trade Certificate / Blasting Certificate

Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Details

Closing Date: 16 January 2026

Geographical Area: Secunda, Mpumalanga

Purpose of Job

To coordinate health and safety activities to facilitate inspections, data gathering, and data maintenance and integrate health and safety initiatives into SASOL operations to maintain a safe and healthy environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure effective delivery of targets through monitoring and responding proactively to hazards in the workplace.
• Conduct hazard identification in the workplace, facilitate safety related risk assessments, lead incident investigations and facilitate RCAs.
• Participate in the development of shutdown planning and campaigns and ad hoc Service Provider audits on site to check compliance to SHE file requirements.
• Participate in safety system audits, e.g. Logbook audits, lock‑out audits, legal appointment audits, insurance engineers audits etc.
• Provide input during risk assessments to ensure safety issues are identified.
• Provide advice on the selection and use of specific PPE and participate in the respective forums.
• Participate in the roll out of the Safety Improvement Plan and report updates as required.
• Ensure personal and team development while coaching the team and others with regards to Safety.
• Ensure results through the management of personal and team meet targets (e.g. due dates and quality standards) in alignment to performance contracts.
• Manage ad-hoc requests and tasks in relation to Safety.
• Review and contribute to policies, standards and procedures.
• Identify, evaluate and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Input into the compilation of new and the revision of existing safety procedures and instructions.

Formal Education

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Safety Management
• Trade Certificate / Blasting Certificate
• Knowledge and understanding of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• MS Office and exposure to an Integrated Management System

Working Experience

Experience: 6+ relevant years

Required Personal And Professional Skills

• BC_Collaborates
• TC_S_Integrate SHE into Business Plans and Procedures
• TC_Operational and Safety Factors
• BC_Manages Complexity
• TC_S_Organisation, Responsibilities, Resources and SHE Requirements
• BC_Plans and Aligns
• TC_Safety Management Techniques
• TC_Safety Principles
• BC_Action Oriented
• BC_Ensures Accountability

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once‑more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.