SHERQ Coordinator

Unitrans; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitrans is seeking a high calibre SHERQ Coordinator to oversee compliance with safety, health, environment, and quality systems in the Chemicals division. This permanent position is based in Tulisa Park, Gauteng, and involves conducting regular safety inspections, managing SHEQ statistics, and ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 with a relevant SHEQ qualification.
• Proficient in MS Office with strong administration skills.
• Knowledge of Integrated Safety Management and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Assist with incident investigations and safety audits.
• Manage SHEQ statistics and update notice boards monthly.

Skills

MS Office

Leadership

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Pressure management

Education

Higher Certificate in SHEQ

Matric/Grade 12

Job description

Closing Date 2025/07/10

Reference Number UNI250703-3

Job Title SHERQ Coordinator

Business Unit / Division Chemicals

Contract Chemicals SHERQ

Job Type Classification Permanent - Normal

Location - Town / City Tulisa Park

Location - Province Gauteng

Location - Country South Africa

Minimum Education Level Higher Certificate

Job Advert Summary

An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre SHERQ Coordinator, to oversee and liaise with clients on SHEQ and align systems with their requirements and protocols and must have experience in developing, implementing and maintaining an integrated SHEQ management system.

Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric/Grade 12 with a relevant SHEQ qualification
• MS Office experience and efficiency with strong administration skills
• Sound knowledge of how a Integrated Safety Management is run to ensure the following compliance to existing accreditations of SQAS, OHASA ISO 45001 , ISO 9001 and 14001 Management Systems, RTMS, and compliance to COID Act, relevant Road Traffic legislation and SANS Standards
• Possess leadership qualities, self-motivation, proactive and managing tasks and deadlines on time without the need for supervision and with the ability to promote teamwork and cooperation and create a climate for motivation
• Handle general queries regarding SHEQ issues within the working environment
• Ability to work independently under pressure meeting contract and customer deadlines
• An understanding of processes relating to Accident & Incident investigation, reporting, recording and application of remedial action
• Knowledge of the Transport Industry will be a definite advantage
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct regular safety inspections and spot checks on equipment, documentation and relevant process/procedures to ensure compliance

• Conduct risk assessments as and when required
• Assist Contract Manager with incident investigations, safety files and withaudit preparation when required
• Update SHEQ Notice boards on a monthly basis, or when required
• Collect and assemble SHEQ statistics for monthly reporting/presentation purposes
• Align USCS control tower alerts and reports on a weekly basis
• Address defected equipment with relevant service providers/maintenance personnel
• Gap analysis and report development to be conducted for vehicle spot-checks & vehicle no-goes
• Conduct regular site walk abouts and report findings according to KPI requirements. Develop/propose actionable solutions against each finding
• Compile all site assessments conducted by driver trainers, analyze and share findings with operational staff and the client
• Monthly operations audits to monitor compliance with company policies and procedures
• Communication of all policies and procedures to be provided to all staff as a refresher course to acknowledge and understand USCS & the client’s operational expectation.Implementation of specified policies and procedures and CI initiatives set by management
• Updating of information onto the SHEQX System which would include capturing of reports for all incidents, accidents, inspections and audits etc.
• Capture and manage near-misses reporting on the client’s system
• Issue and maintain records of safety equipment and PPE assignments (e.g. uniform & other PPE)
• Review driver matrix regarding training, medicals and working and driving hours to ensure company and customer requirements are met
• In conjunction with the Training Department ensure that the required SHEQ training is maintained and is aligned with customer's requirements
• Housekeeping standards are maintained in accordance with legal, company procedures and contract requirements.
• Monitor customers SHEQ performance measurements and requirements and ensure they are available in SHEQX
• Conduct toolbox talks/safety stand-downs and manage attendance registers
• Assist with Drive Cam coaching and reporting
• Reporting of IOD’s to COID and following the relevant reporting process and procedures