Ohs Advisor

Position title : OHS ADVISOR

Position reports to : GROUP QHSE MANAGER

Business Unit : FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

**Main purpose / objective of the position**:

- To implement, maintain and continuously improve the QHSE management systems requirements at allocated client offices, as well as support of client teams working at the client’s client facilities.
- Coordinate and monitor QHSE implementation, client legal compliance, OHS Act No. 85 of 1993 and related issues.
- Support in the maintenance and improvement of the client’s ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 45001 management systems.
- Be the SPOC for the client with regards to the portfolio’s QHSE operations.
- Prepare monthly and ad-hoc QHSE technical and performance reports for the Group QHSE Manager and/or the client

**Decision making authority**:
This position has the authority to:

- Identify and report non-conformances, unsafe acts and conditions to relevant client management.
- Investigate QHSE concerns and recommend corrective actions.
- Stop any activity that is deemed unsafe, or have the potential to harm the environment or result in serious property damage.
- Take remedial actions and/or advice operational staff, including client, suppliers and management on QHSE issues.
- Implement best practices to continuously improve QHSE function and maintain certifications.

**Experience / Education**:

- Certificates: SAMTRAC or equivalent, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 implementation
- Minimum 3-years relevant experience: implementation, maintenance and auditing of QHSE management systems i.e., ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001
- Hazard identification & risk assessments and incident investigation certifications

**Skills required**:

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Good technical report writing and presentation skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Co-ordination and organizing

**Knowledge required**:
**Competencies required**:

- Team Leadership, Customer & Quality focus, Methodical, Problem solving & Decision making, Communication; Tolerance for Stress

**Major drivers of work volume**:

- Complexity of SLA’s; complexity of client facilities

**Interface / relationships with**:
Internal: Group QHSE, client management and teams, facilities teams and contractors

External: Local authorities, Landlords, Owners, Public