Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist - Blending & Shipping, Tanks and Projects Join to apply for the Safety Specialist - Blending & Shipping, Tanks and Projects role at Astron Energy (Pty) Ltd. Steward safety in the Zone teams by integrating yourself into various Maintenance and Operations safety forums (e.g., Toolbox talks), providing guidance, addressing concerns, and role‑modeling desired safety behaviors while working with Company Safety Officers, Astron Energy Company reps, Operations Personnel, and Maintenance Crews to steward safety in the field. Responsibilities: Manage all safety issues as required by the OHS Act. Ensure that all requirements in terms of the Act and in particular the Construction Regulations are met. Ensure that all Tanks and Capital Project appointed contractors comply with Astron Energy HES & Construction Regulations requirements. Support Project Managers with the Construction work Permit process. Support Project Manager with the selection and appointment of a construction Health and Safety Agent where required for their projects. Provide guidance to Project manager regarding whether a Construction work permit is required or notification of construction work is required for their projects. Perform HSE inspections at site offices and project sites. Perform job observation on employees and contractors. Carry out risk assessments prior to commencement of construction work and any other risk assessment that may be required for the duration of the construction work. Prepare HSE weekly and monthly reports for each project. Prepare HSE documents for new projects. Conduct incident investigations. Conduct safety site walks with Project Managers, Leads and RLT. Conduct inductions with new or relocated employees/subcontractors on site. Attend project weekly progress meetings. Attend project and tanks safety meetings on a weekly basis. Attend project safety leadership meeting on a monthly basis. Attend hazard identification meetings. Report deviations to project managers. Steward and coach colleagues in all aspects of execution of LPS in the field, including: Conduct Field Observations (TSPA's) Use and reinforce stop work authority in the field Raise NLI/LI's in IMPACT ERM using Green Cards Conduct Field LPO's and addressing LPS findings ensuring questionable items are dealt with swiftly Reinforce the use of LPSA's in the field Address LPS findings immediately with relevant stakeholders Be first point of contact for emergencies and incidents Ensure first aid notifications are sent out timeously by providing required incident information Report and address any adverse/unsafe conditions noted on‑site (e.g. environmental spills; unsafe steam leaks; etc.) to the relevant stakeholders or departments for actioning Partake or assist in incident investigations as and when required Administration: capture safety related information on a daily basis, consolidate and report to Safety Team Lead on a weekly basis, discussing trends, themes and risks, and making recommendations for improvement/change. Professional Qualification and Certifications Degree in Environmental Health/ Safety Management or equivalent Work Experience 5 years and more of operational experience in Occupational Health and Safety or Compliance Experience in Construction Industry will be an added advantage SAMTRAC Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment/Analysis Accident and Incident Investigation Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of Astron Energy systems (e.g., LPS System) Communication Knowledgeable in health and safety procedures Knowledgeable in health and safety regulations Safety awareness Safety management Analytical thinking, building partnerships Effective communication, assertiveness Influencing, self‑motivated Trustworthiness, goal/achievement oriented Strong sense of urgency in addressing occupational health and safety related issues Strong drive for compliance Analysis, integration and reporting of data Occupational health and safety legislation Professionalism and ethics Stakeholder engagement Computer literacy Microsoft and other relevant systems Application deadline: 10 December 2025 Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Oil and Gas #J-18808-Ljbffr