Safety Officer jobs in South Africa

A career opportunity exists at REINHARDT TRANSPORT GROUP (NIGEL) for the position of:

GROUP RISK & SAFETY MANAGER

Job Summary

Reinhardt Transport Groups, a 1000+ truck fleet operator, is seeking a Risk and Safety Manager that must be able to identify, assess and mitigate risk by developing and implementing Risk and Safety Management Systems. To ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, industry standards and compliance with client requirement. The successful candidate must be able to promote a culture of health and safety excellence within the Company.

Key Responsibilities

HEALTH & SAFETY:

• Policies & Procedures: Develop, implement, and review the Company's Health & Safety policies and procedures to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, industry standards and client requirements.
• Incident / Accident Management: Manage and participate in the implementation as well as the actual Incident / Accident investigations. Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Audits and Inspections: Conduct relevant safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance to OHS Act, RTMS and ISO. Facilitate audits according to the audit plan
  
  

Risk Management

• Risk Assessment and Analysis: Identify potential risks, (i.e. operational, strategic, etc). Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop strategies to minimise, transfer or eliminate risks.
• Insurance: Identify all insurable and non-insurable risks and ensure risks are managed accordingly. Manage / oversee Company Insurance portfolio.
• Developing Risk Management Systems, Policies and Procedures.
  
  

General

• Internal Audits and Reporting
• Management Reporting
• Client Relations
• Employee Management (Risk and Safety Department)
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Tertiary Education in Risk and Safety Management.
• Insurance qualification or experience needed.
• Relevant Health and Safety certifications will be advantage.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a Risk and Safety management position.
• Proficient in risk, health and safety management software and systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to participate and report at Board meetings.
  
  

Remuneration & Benefits

• Complete package of R1.5 - R2m per annum
• Long term bonus scheme
• Company vehicle
  
  

Applications will close on Friday, 29th August 2025 at the close of business