Senior Railway Safety Officer
2 weeks ago
Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Railway Safety Management System in line with SANS 3000/1, which system shall continuously mitigate railway safety risks and help retain the operator’s safety permit.
Ideal: Degree in safety management or related qualification and 5 years practical experience in the development, implementation, maintenance, and auditing of Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS).
**Position details**:
Type: Permanent
Reports to: Health & Safety Manager
Primary purpose: The development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the company’s Railway Safety Management System in line with SANS 3000/1 and all applicable standards.
Job description / core competencies:
- Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Railway Safety Management System in line with SANS 3000/1, which system shall continuously mitigate railway safety risks and help retain the operator’s safety permit.
- Alignment of Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS) systems with applicable ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards where applicable.
- Undertake compliance monitoring and verification of all Safety Management Systems (SMS) as well as contractor systems of compliance.
- Review and present Training and other safety awareness training to all staff and subcontractor employees.
- Manage on a day-to-day basis Safety Management Systems (SMS) requirement to ensure creation and maintenance of highest levels of railway safety within all controlled and managed railway systems.
- Interact with external parties to ensure that Safety Management Systems (SMS) remain abreast with changes in the field Railway safety.
- Lead and undertake incident and accident investigations as per Incident Management Procedures and relevant legal requirements.
- Ensure effective management of all incidents/accidents including follow up on all corrective and preventive actions.
- Conduct proactive, planned and ad-hoc inspections required to monitor compliance and support those required by various authorities e.g., Fire Departments, DoEL Inspectors, Railway Safety Regulator etc.
- Coordinate, perform and support internal and external Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS) audits.
- Effective management through to closure, of all Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS) non-conformances raised during audits and inspections.
- Participate in EMS meetings, liaison meetings and Gauteng Disaster Management Forum meetings.
**Specific Responsibilities**
- Conduct planned and ad-hoc internal inspections and/or audits and coordinate external inspections and/or audits from external parties.
- Perform Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS) audits and/or other audits in conjunction with other SHERQ staff per annual plan.
- Effectively manage all railway safety related non-conformances raised by RSR Inspectors, legal compliance Auditors, BCC, GMA, and non-conformances raised during internal audits.
- Attend Project Quarterly Liaison Meetings as and when required.
- Attend and participate in monthly SHE Committee Meetings, PEC, SHERQ Meetings, Traffic Safety Meetings as well as other planned EMS Liaison Meetings.
- Coordinate and assist in presenting emergency evacuation training to all staff as well as interaction with EMS teams regarding Gautrain Emergency Reviews/simulations, drills and visits to the system.
- Review emergency plans, organise and lead railway emergency drills.
- Manage all day-to-day interactions with RSR including:
- Scheduling meetings with RSR and relevant Gautrain entities in case of new works projects or remedial works.
- Arrange and coordinate liaison meetings.
- Follow up on all matters raised at liaison meetings and ensure that all such matters are closed by relevant Managers on time.
- Make proactive follow-ups on all RSR related matters.
- Ensure that all audits and inspections are properly scheduled, all corrective actions are closed, etc.
- Arrange investigation of all railway occurrences.
- Interact with Service Delivery and Maintenance staff regarding adequate closure of all reported occurrences.
- Attend all occurrence investigations and where required, lead occurrence investigations.
- Review the Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS) to ensure safe operations and maintenance of Gautrain.
- Develop and implement programs to ensure compliance with all railway safety systems.
- Conduct railway safety awareness sessions with relevant staff members to ensure full understanding of Railway Safety Management Systems (SMS), legal, and standards requirements applicable to their jobs.
- Establish programs to instil a culture of railway safety consciousness amongst the safety critical and safety related staff.
- Undertake internal safety audits and coordinate all external safety audits.
- Initiate and/or coordinate emergency drills/simulations as per the plans discussed and approved by SHERQ Executive
- Align railway safety programs with RATP Dev railway safet
-
Senior Railway Safety Officer
5 days ago
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full timeSupport the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Railway Safety Management System in line with SANS 3000/1, which system shall continuously mitigate railway safety risks and help retain the operator’s safety permit. Ideal: Degree in safety management or related qualification and 5 years practical experience in the development,...
-
Senior Railway Safety Officer, Head Office, Midrand
10 hours ago
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full time**Senior Railway Safety Officer, Head Office, Midrand - Ref: 1211057-7** Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Railway Safety Management System in line with SANS 3000/1, which system shall continuously mitigate railway safety risks and help retain the operator’s safety permit. Ideal: Degree in safety management or related...
-
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full timeSupport the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Railway Safety Management System in line with SANS 3000/1, which system shall continuously mitigate railway safety risks and help retain the operator’s safety permit. Ideal: Degree in safety management or related qualification and 5 years practical experience in the development,...
-
Chief Operations Officer
1 day ago
Midrand, South Africa Railway Safety Regulator Full timeTo lead and direct the operational activities of the RSR in accordance with the strategic objectives, policies and goals established by the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors. Provide direction and leadership and oversee daily operations with regards to the delivery of the organisations mandate, in accordance with the Strategic plan and...
-
Health & Safety Manager - Railway Safety
7 days ago
Midrand, South Africa MECS Africa Full timeSouth Africa, Gauteng - Midrand My client is seeking a Health and Safety Manager with railway safety experience. You will ensure effective management of all Health & Safety systems through the development, implementation and compliance monitoring of risk-based Health & Safety Managements Systems in accordance with relevant ISO/SANS Standards as well as...
-
Receptionist
1 day ago
Midrand, South Africa Railway Safety Regulator Full timeResponsible to render a professional switchboard and receptionist service to RSR clients and the general public. **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE** - NQF 4, Grade 12 / Matric - 1- 2 years’ receptionist experience - Telephone etiquette. - Fluent in English. - Diary management and bookings. **KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS** - Sound record and data...
-
Manager: Internal Audit
1 day ago
Midrand, South Africa Railway Safety Regulator Full timeTo manage the execution of the internal audit plans with the aim to provide an impartial, accountable, transparent and efficient assurance and consulting audit results within the RSR. Furthermore, to contribute to the provision of value-adding internal audit service by adhering to a systematic and disciplined approach in evaluating the adequacy and...
-
Senior Ohs Officer
1 day ago
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full timeSenior OHS Officer - Gauteng - Job 3548 Senior Occupational Health and Safety Officer (OHS) needed to support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the company’s health & safety management system in line with the principles of ISO 45001, including the continuous retention of the certification. Ensure compliance with...
-
Midrand, South Africa MCH International Recruitment Full timePrimary purpose: To ensure effective management of all Health & Safety systems through the development, implementation, and compliance monitoring of risk-based Health & Safety Managements Systems in accordance with relevant ISO/SANS Standards as well as applicable legislation. **Position details**: Type: Permanent Reports to: Executive SHERQ Principal...
-
Maintenance Electrical Manager, Gcc
6 days ago
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full time**Maintenance Electrical Manager GCC, **for key African transportation player in operations and maintenance (O&M), with international/global partnerships. - Educational Level B.Eng. or B.Tech in Electrical Engineering - Added advantage - GCC Certificate for GMR 2.1 Appointment - ECSA Professional Engineer or Technologist - At least 8 years’ relevant...
-
Permanent
10 hours ago
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full timeRailway Safety Officer - Midrand, Gauteng - Job ID 4001 Railway Safety Officer needed to oversee the development and review of the SMS, monitor compliance with all applicable railway safety standards, railway legislation, and all other requirements to ensure compliance with all Safety Permit requirements. Ideal: Degree in safety management or related...
-
Material Planning Officer
10 hours ago
Midrand, South Africa ALSTOM Full time**Material Planning Officer** **DESCRIPTION** At Alstom, our ambition is to be a global leader in the transportation sector, in the digital age. Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom offers a complete range...
-
Chief Safety Officer
3 weeks ago
Midrand, South Africa Hire Resolve Full timeHire Resolve is currently seeking a Chief Safety Officer to join our client's mining operation based in Gauteng. The Chief Safety Officer will play a key role in ensuring the safety and well-being of employees and promoting a culture of safety excellence throughout the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing...
-
Health & Safety Officer
6 days ago
Midrand, South Africa Fourier Recruitment Full timeImplementation of health and safety systems on new projects in collaboration with site management team Ensure that all sites comply with the legal aspects pertaining to health and safety Record, report and investigate all incidents Ensures that Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) training records are kept Present health and safety training sessions on...
-
Obsolescence Coordinator
6 days ago
Midrand, South Africa ALSTOM Full time**Job Title & Purpose** **Job Title**: Obsolescence Coordinator **Purpose of the Job**: Obsolescence issues management related to Core Railway System on Gautrain and other Electronic/Electrical modules and systems manage at Site level **Position in the Organisation** **Organisation Structure**: Engineering **Organisational Reporting**: Reports directly...
-
Maintenance Electrical Manager, Gcc
5 days ago
Midrand, South Africa Enshrine Placements Full time**Maintenance Electrical Manager GCC, **for key African transportation player in operations and maintenance (O&M), with international/global partnerships. **Position details**: Type: Permanent Reports to: Maintenance Executive Primary purpose: To maintain the Operator’s assets and ensure that safety, quality, and performance targets are achieved. To...
-
Lead/senior Firefighter
2 weeks ago
Midrand, South Africa Fidelity Services Group Full time**Lead/Senior Firefighter** **Regional areas** The main responsibilities include but are not limited to response of Fire incidents and firefighting, emergency rescue services, rendering basic medical care, fire prevention and training activities, operating and maintaining of firefighting equipment and apparatus and all related work as required in order to...
-
System Support Engineer
3 weeks ago
Midrand, South Africa Alstom Full timeJOB TITLE & PURPOSE OF THE JOB Job Title : EN-IM-03: System Support Engineer Purpose of the job: Maintenance technical support, supports Services activities & projects in the Engineering area. POSITION IN THE ORGANISATION Organisation structure (job belongs to) Services...
-
Manager: Health
6 days ago
Midrand, South Africa BCXP Full timeBusiness unit, Department, Reporting **Business Unit**: DPS **Department**: Specialistd Solutions Core Description The HSSEQ Manager will be expected to take overall control and responsibility of the company’s HSE activities and programs a drive and promote the continual improvement of HSE, as well as ensuring both client and legal compliance. Key...
-
Office Secretarial Administrator
2 weeks ago
Midrand, South Africa StaffCentral Consulting Full time**Job Duties/Responsibilities will include**: Manage calendars of senior managers and provide support for meetings Ensure that operational meetings have agendas, minutes of meetings and follow-up of action logs Filing of all office, departmental and project related documentation in line with the company’s QMS and EMS Assist the business with preparation...