SHE Specialist: Safety, Compliance & ISO Audit Lead

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking a dedicated SHE Specialist for a leading manufacturing client. You will drive the SHE strategy, ensure compliance with OHS Act and ISO standards, and lead audits and risk assessments across multiple sites.

You will develop policies, coordinate certification processes, and foster a proactive safety culture through training and leadership engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Safety Management with relevant certifications.
• Proven track record leading audits, risk assessments and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of OHS Act, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and NEMA.
• Audits coordination and certification processes (internal and external).
• Leadership ability to coach SHE teams and drive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate internal SHE audits and coordinate external certification audits.
• Drive risk assessments and incident investigations to closure.
• Develop and maintain SHE policies, procedures and management systems.
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and licensing requirements.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness, drills and equipment management.

Skills

SHE leadership

Audits & risk assessments

ISO standards knowledge

Legislation & compliance

Coaching & development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management

National Diploma in Safety Management

Internal Auditor certification (ISO 14001/45001)

SAMTRAC or equivalent

Environmental Health & Safety qualification

Job description

Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking a dedicated SHE Specialist for a leading manufacturing client. You will drive the SHE strategy, ensure compliance with OHS Act and ISO standards, and lead audits and risk assessments across multiple sites.

You will develop policies, coordinate certification processes, and foster a proactive safety culture through training and leadership engagement.