SHEQ Officer Durban

Ntice Sourcing Solutions; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural research institute in South Africa seeks a detail-oriented Safety Health Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Officer to implement systems and ensure compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include managing SHEQ compliance, conducting risk assessments, and facilitating training. The ideal candidate holds a National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management and has a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive, market-related salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience in a SHEQ role, preferably within a research, agricultural or manufacturing environment.
• Sound knowledge of OHS Act, ISO standards and related SHEQ regulations.
• Driver’s licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain SHEQ management systems according to legal and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits across facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Facilitate SHEQ training and awareness programmes.
• Monitor and report SHEQ performance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

Report writing

Training facilitation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management

Environmental Science

Job description

Job Description

South African Sugarcane Research Institute (SASRI), a division of the South African Sugar Association (SASA), has a permanent opportunity available for a Safety Health Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Officer based in Mount Edgecombe.

The South African Sugarcane Research Institute (SASRI) is a world‑renowned agricultural research institute dedicated to supporting the sustainability and productivity of the South African sugar industry. Our research innovation and technology transfer initiatives help ensure safe, sustainable and efficient sugarcane production.

We are seeking a dynamic and detail‑oriented SHEQ Officer to join our team and support the development, implementation and monitoring of Safety Health Environment and Quality (SHEQ) systems across the Institute.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain SHEQ management systems in line with legal, corporate and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, incident investigations and inspections across operational and research facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Facilitate SHEQ training, awareness programmes and incident investigations.
• Monitor and report SHEQ performance, identifying areas for continuous improvement.
• Support sustainability and environmental management initiatives.
• Collaborate with managers and supervisors to promote a culture of safety and quality.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in a SHEQ role, preferably within a research, agricultural or manufacturing environment.
• Sound knowledge of OHS Act, ISO standards and related SHEQ regulations.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication, report writing and training facilitation skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving ability and a proactive approach.
• Driver’s licence is essential.

Salary: Market related

Required Experience

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

CCTV, Federal Agencies, Customer Service, Clearance, Facility, Suspicious Activity, Property Damage, Public Safety, Daily Operations, Professional Development, Access Control, Communication, General Public, Procedures, PowerPoint

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1