SHEQ Safety & Compliance Manager

Express Employment Professionals Midrand; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals Midrand is seeking a qualified SHEQ professional to lead safety, health, environment and quality initiatives in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes audits, compliance, training, and continuous improvement to maintain a safe and compliant site.

The ideal candidate will have a Matric with a relevant SHEQ qualification (Degree preferred), plus strong leadership and communication skills to influence a safety-first culture across operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Management
• Sound knowledge of MHSA and OHSA
• Ability to align SHE objectives with business goals
• Strong governance and reporting skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct, manage, and report on Safety Management System audits for compliance
• Audit, monitor, and report on Occupational Hygiene programmes
• Oversee environmental compliance and maintain permits
• Drive continuous improvement for safer and more efficient operations
• Promote a proactive SHEQ culture through training and engagement
• Support Heads and teams in risk identification and safety improvements
• Maintain Codes of Practice and other SHEQ systems
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual SHEQ reports
• Coordinate SHEQ training programmes to ensure competence
• Manage contractor safety files, risk assessments, inductions, and on-site monitoring
• Conduct site inspections and address hazards and non-conformances
• Lead SHEQ activities during plant shutdowns and maintenance
• Monitor compliance with statutory requirements and best practices
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions

Skills

Planning

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Matric with SHEQ-related qualification (Degree preferred)

Job description

Express Employment Professionals Midrand is seeking a qualified SHEQ professional to lead safety, health, environment and quality initiatives in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes audits, compliance, training, and continuous improvement to maintain a safe and compliant site.

The ideal candidate will have a Matric with a relevant SHEQ qualification (Degree preferred), plus strong leadership and communication skills to influence a safety-first culture across operations.