Sheq Manager

Vodacom; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading telecommunications company, Vodacom, in a pivotal role as a SHEQ Manager. Drive the safety, health, environment, and quality strategy ensuring compliance and excellence throughout all operations. With a strong focus on leadership and technical expertise, this role is crucial for maintaining high standards in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess extensive knowledge of health and safety regulations with a passion for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5 years enforcing Occupational Health and Safety regulations in South Africa.
• In-depth knowledge of National Environmental Management Act.
• 8-10 years in health management roles with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the SHEQ strategy across MAST operations.
• Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions.
• Develop policies ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Communication

Problem-Solving

Change Management

Education

Grade 12

Occupational Health and Safety qualification

Job description

Join Us

At MAST, we're not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we're shaping the future for everyone who joins our team.

When you work with us, you're part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world.

If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, MAST offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

What You'll Do

Role purpose: Lead, develop, and champion the SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) strategy across all MAST operations.

Ensure SHEQ excellence by providing strategic direction and oversight for workforce, assets, and supplier performance.

This role is responsible for the creation, execution, and continuous improvement of comprehensive management systems and standards, ensuring proactive site safety and security, environmental stewardship, stakeholder compliance, and exceptional quality in all processes through strategic leadership.

Who You Are

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

• Safety Management: Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local and national regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of tower sites, equipment, and maintenance activities.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

SHEQ Strategy & Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive SHEQ strategy aligned with the organization's overall business objectives.

Provide expert guidance and support to leadership and teams to ensure a culture of SHEQ excellence.

Policy Development & Governance: Establish and maintain robust SHEQ policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring alignment with local and national regulations, as well as international best practices.

Risk Management & Assurance: Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of SHEQ-related risks across the organization.

Oversee the implementation of effective risk management controls and assurance processes.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience

• Strategic Thinking & Planning: Ability to develop and implement strategic SHEQ plans that align with the organization's overall business objectives.
• Leadership & Influencing: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and influence teams and stakeholders to achieve SHEQ excellence.
• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of SHEQ principles, practices, and regulations, with a strong understanding of risk management and assurance processes.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions based on data and evidence.
• Change Management: Ability to effectively manage change and drive the adoption of new SHEQ programs and initiatives.

Knowledge And Experience – Essential

• Proven broad knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of South Africa and its regulations, with a strong track record of at least 5 years enforcing the act and regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of the National Environmental Management Act and related schedules.
• Multifaceted knowledge of international standards relating to ISO, OHSAS, or ISOM.
• Must have technical/professional qualifications: A Grade 12 is essential.
• Minimum 3-year related qualification/relevant professional Occupational Health and Safety qualification, preferably a diploma or Bachelor's degree.
• Certifications such as CSP or OHST are highly desirable.
• Minimum 8–10 years relevant experience in safety or health management roles, with 3–5 years leadership experience.

Not a perfect fit? Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At MAST, we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of their background.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.