Health & Safety Officer

2 days ago


Stellenbosch, South Africa West Coast Personnel Full time

Key Performance Areas Machinery, Equipment & Vehicle ComplianceEnsure all machinery, equipment, forklifts, and vehicles comply with OHS Act requirements and legal standardsMonitor preventative maintenance schedules and breakdown recordsIdentify and recommend equipment upgrades or replacementsCoordinate specialist repairs and commissioning of new machinerySource and negotiate pricing for spares and new equipment Buildings & Grounds ComplianceConduct regular inspections of buildings and surrounding groundsEnsure repairs and renovations meet health and safety standardsCoordinate contractors for maintenance, emergency call-outs, and renovations Health & Safety Document ControlManage and maintain all HSE-related documentationEnsure procedures, policies, and records meet legislative requirementsMonitor and track HSE-related training and competency requirementsReport incidents to the Department of Labour using required documentationManage contractor files, xxx agreements, and risk assessmentsRecord, investigate, and report incidents, near misses, and corrective actionsCompile monthly HSE dashboards, reports, and compliance feedbackSupport incident investigations and corrective action implementation Security OversightAct as the primary on-site security contactMonitor security surveillance systems and access controlLiaise with external security service providersEnsure protection of company assets, staff, and visitors Contractor Management & Risk ControlSupervise contractor and employee compliance with health and safety policiesEnsure contractor risk assessments and controls are current and effectiveAssist departments with health and safety risk identification and mitigation Quality Management Systems (QMS)Ensure compliance with QMS protocols and GMP requirementsParticipate in internal audits and self-assessmentsSupport and manage external audits by customers and regulatory authoritiesAlign HSE policies with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards where applicable Health, Safety & HousekeepingDevelop, review, and enforce health and safety policies and proceduresLiaise with regulatory authorities and government bodies as requiredCoordinate fire drills, emergency evacuations, and emergency preparednessMaintain safety signage, notice boards, and first-aid/fire equipment recordsEnsure housekeeping standards are maintained across all operational areasConduct and oversee health and safety meetings and SHE representative activitiesBe available for after-hours emergencies or urgent safety matters Minimum RequirementsEducation & QualificationsGrade 12 (Matric) or equivalentDiploma or Degree in Safety Management, Engineering, or a technical disciplineTrade-tested or technical qualification advantageousExperienceMinimum 35 years experience in Occupational Health, Safety, and EnvironmentAt least 5 years experience in a technical or industrial environmentCorporate or manufacturing environment experience advantageousSkills & KnowledgeStrong understanding of the OHS Act and regulatory complianceMechanical maintenance and project management exposureRisk assessment and incident investigation skillsKnowledge of HACCP and prerequisite programmesFamiliarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standardsStrong computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)Behavioural CompetenciesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesAnalytical thinker with problem-solving abilitySelf-motivated, proactive, and results-drivenOther RequirementsValid drivers licence and own transport



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