Site Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Lead

Scott Bader; Durban; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer is seeking a Site Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Lead in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. You will champion a proactive safety culture, ensure compliance with standards, and deliver SHE training and guidance. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of SHE experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, along with relevant qualifications and certifications. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits including medical insurance and a retirement fund, and an opportunity to contribute to environmental initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus scheme

Non-contributory Scott Bader Provident Fund

Private medical insurance

20 days annual leave

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ SHE experience in a chemical manufacturing environment or equivalent.
• Hold a formal Chemical Engineering or Chemistry qualification.
• Skilled in developing Standard Operating Procedures and conducting incident investigations.
• Strong knowledge of risk assessment principles.
• Proven ability to deliver effective SHE training.

Responsibilities

• Lead SHE initiatives on-site and drive a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with Group standards and legislation.
• Provide SHE guidance and monitor key metrics.
• Deliver effective SHE training and environmental compliance activities.
• Promote behavioral safety and foster a culture of care.

Skills

SHE experience in a chemical manufacturing environment

Development of Standard Operating Procedures

Conducting incident investigations

Knowledge of risk assessment principles

Effective SHE training delivery

Education

Formal Chemical Engineering or Chemistry qualification

NEBOSH/SAISOH certification

ISO 9001/14001 certification

SAMTRAC and ISO 45001 certification

Job description

Site Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Lead

Location: Kwazulu Natal, South Africa

As our new Site SHE Lead, you will champion a proactive culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility across the Scott Bader PTY site. Working closely with the Group SHE Director and Site Director, you’ll ensure that all activities meet both legislative and company standards through the consistent application, monitoring, and improvement of protective and preventative measures. You’ll play a key role in engaging colleagues at every level, building awareness, ownership, and confidence through effective communication, training, and support. Your leadership will help strengthen stakeholder trust, minimise risks and operational losses, and promote a safe, sustainable, and compliant working environment for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SHE initiatives on-site, including Gemba walks, risk assessments, and safety improvement planning to drive a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure full compliance with Group standards and all relevant municipal, provincial, and national legislation.
• Provide expert SHE guidance, monitoring, auditing, and reporting on key metrics while supporting process safety management and incident investigations.
• Deliver and coordinate effective SHE training, contractor safety management, and environmental compliance activities (e.g. ISO 14001, waste, and emissions).
• Champion continuous improvement by challenging unsafe practices, promoting behavioural safety, and fostering a culture of accountability and care.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ SHE experience in a chemical manufacturing environment or equivalent.
• Hold a formal Chemical Engineering or Chemistry qualification and be NEBOSH/SAISOH and ISO 9001/14001 certified. SAMTRAC and ISO 45001 certification is an advantage.
• Skilled in developing Standard Operating Procedures and conducting incident investigations.
• Strong knowledge of risk assessment principles, including hazardous chemical assessments.
• Proven ability to deliver effective SHE training across operational, laboratory, and office settings.

Benefits

• A competitive salary alongside inclusion in our company bonus scheme.
• Membership of the non-contributory Scott Bader Provident Fund after 3 months (the company contributes 12% to your retirement and 3% to all other insurances).
• Private medical insurance subsidised by the company, alongside free membership to our employee assistance programme.
• 20 days annual leave entitlement, with additional Service Leave in your 5th year and Long Service Leave after 10 years of employment (eligible for sale back to the company).
• One full day per year paid for volunteering work of your choice, with matching funds up to a maximum of R20,000 in any one year.
• Our Head Office is situated in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal, a rural industrialised area with endangered vegetation; Scott Bader is partnering with the municipality and neighbours to protect and preserve this special environment.

About Scott Bader

Scott Bader is an employee‑owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Since 1921, we have delivered high‑quality, innovative products across diverse markets. With 800 staff across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide, we are expanding our global reach into North America, India, Japan and Australia while maintaining our reputation for innovation, quality and technical expertise.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our aim is to create an environment that welcomes all people and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We value different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues can express their views freely and fostering a working atmosphere where everyone can deliver a high‑quality service.