SHEQ Officer

DHL Germany; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain South Africa is seeking a SHEQ Officer to join their team in Kempton Park. The ideal candidate will handle safety, health, environmental, and quality functions to ensure full compliance with safety regulations. This role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a thorough understanding of Health & Safety laws. Join a leading global logistics company and contribute to a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years practical Health & Safety experience is required.
• Excellent HR and IR skills are necessary for this position.
• Strong communication at all levels is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the O.H.S act.
• Conduct SHEQ and Risk training for all employees.
• Monitor compliance and maintain audits to high standards.

Skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Planning skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary qualification

SAMTRAC/NEBOSH/NOSA

Tools

Windows

E-mail

Accounting package

Job description

BE PART OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST LOGISTICS COMPANY

Deutsche Post DHL Group is the world’s leading logistics and mail company.

We’re one of the world’s largest employers, operating in over 220 countries and territories. We’re Europe’s largest postal service, partner for eCommerce and pioneers in secure digital communication. We’re number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business.

Join us and you’ll be working for a global company that’s focused on service, quality and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives.

And not just for our Customers, but for every member of our Group too.

At DHL Supply Chain South Africa we’re looking for…

Vacancy

SHEQ Officer

Role Outline

To carry out duties to agreed level of performance and contribute to the continuous improvement of administration processes. To ensure that all risks are identified and assessed by using recognized, formal and structured processes. To facilitate effective risk management, implement risk reduction measures and establish a SHE and Quality plan to achieve targets and objectives within a specific time frame. Identify legal and other requirements and establish a system for early detection of non -compliance. Responsible for all SHEQ functions, checklists and audits for the DC.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• To ensure full compliance to the requirements of the O.H.S act
• Assist with appointments of Health and Safety Reps.
• Ongoing training and communication to facilitate a safe, hygienic and healthy work environment
• Functions and activities - general administration
• Machinery and equipment
• Occupational Health & hygiene
• Maintain the risk programme and fulfill requirements in support of the risk department
• Responsible for auditing of all the functions to ensure that the requirements are constantly met at the highest standard
• Co-ordinate functions and training with the group O.H.S officer and the group Risk Manager
• Conduct all SHEQ and Risk training required
• Conduct monthly safety meetings
• Assist Risk Manager if and when required
• Enforce compliance to statutory regulations
• To assist with the induction and training of all new employees
• To promote a positive health and safety culture
• Day to Day Health and Safety issues
• Deliver toolbox talks
• Monitoring of SHEQ statistics
• Recording of PPE issues and monitoring their use
• All incidents/accident reported and recorded in accordance with the company policy and legislation
• Proactive identification of all risks and appropriate action implemented immediately and all relevant parties informed
• KPI's are been met
• Participation on stock take preparation, planning and physical stock count.
• Compliance to Good Distribution Practice Guidelines, as well as MCC and SAPC requirements.

Qualifications/ Skills/Competencies/Experiences

• Matric (Grade 12) Essential
• SAMTRAC/NEBOSH/NOSA
• Tertiary qualification
• Computer literacy
• 2 year practical Health & Safety experience
• Overall knowledge of the Health & Safety function
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, motivation and planning skills
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions
• Good Analytical, Administrative & Communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, motivation and planning skills
• Windows, E-mail & Accounting package proficiency
• Good follow through & General Efficiency
• Must be able to communicate at all levels
• Excellent HR and IR skills

Languages

English - verbal and written