Qhse/ Sheq Officer

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**QHSE/ SHEQ OFFICER**

We are in search of an adaptable QHSE/ SHEQ Officer to join our team at Melior Access

**Main Responsibilities or Function of Position**
- Develop and Implement SHEQ Policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with legal requirements, including the OHSACT 85 of 1993, NEMA and all other related Legal compliance legislation.
- Assist and promote the quality, health, safety, and environmental functions in a manner that protects both entities, employees, customer and assets against losses, injuries, and accidents by the development and enforcement of safe work practices / programs.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards, noncompliance issues and improvement opportunities, ensuring adherence to the

OHSACT as well as MHSA, as applicable.
- Assist with implementation and maintenance of hazard / aspect and risk / impact awareness program / campaign in terms of legislation.
- Implement, coordinate and control SHEQ internal and/or external audit processes for Melior Access and report the performance of these audits to the Managing

Director monthly and/or as required.
- Champion a safety-first culture by promoting employee engagement, involvement, and ownership of SHEQ initiatives and practices, emphasizing the importance of achieving Melior Access targets of zero accidents, incidents and property damage and encouraging the reporting of near misses and hazardous activities.
- Assist with the reporting and controlling of accurate record keeping relating to SHEQ statistics and participate on incident investigations as and when required for Melior

Access and other areas of responsibilities, as applicable.
- Assist and advise with necessary SHEQ Training Needs for Melior Access to ensure compliance with all statutory and other requirements.
- Liase with regulatory bodies, ensuring all permits, licenses and certifications are up to date and in compliance with legal and other requirements, including those specified in our national and provincial legislation.
- Client Communication: Engaging with clients to address their concerns related to safety, quality, and environmental matters, and keeping them informed about the company's QHSE performance.
- And any other SHEQ duties assigned by the Managing Director.

**Requirements**:

- Recognized SHEQ Qualifications at a Tertiary NQF Level, i.e National Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in SHEQ Management within the mining or heavy industries, preferably within an OEM Environment.
- Familiarity and Experience in a with a Manufacturing environment would be an added benefit for this position.
- Strong ISO understanding will be a definite advantage.
- Meticulous work ethic, attention to detail and ability to work independently as well as problem solving abilities will be positive attributes to have.
- Good communication skills and ability to train and motivate people.
- Strong Organizational skills.
- Strong Communication skills that can communicate through all levels of the organization and with all stakeholders, to ensure buy-in, participation and foster positive working relationships in our organization.
- Must be willing to travel, as Operational requirements would demand.
- Team player with good collaboration skills.
- Good time keeping and time management skills and conscientious with the time required to get tasks completed.

Melior Access Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brackenfell, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Diploma (required)

**Experience**:

- SHEQ Management: 3 years (required)
- ISO understanding: 1 year (preferred)