Construction Health and Safety Officer
7 days ago
**CONSTRUCTION HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER - ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- **Risk Assessment**: Conducting thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards on construction sites and implementing effective control measures.
- **Regulatory Compliance**: Staying ahead of and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations specific to the construction industry, such as the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
- **Training and Education**: Providing comprehensive safety training to construction personnel, ensuring that all workers are equipped with the knowledge to perform their tasks safely.
- **Site Inspections**: Regularly inspecting construction sites to monitor safety compliance, identify potential risks, and address any safety concerns promptly.
- **Emergency Preparedness**: Developing and implementing emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and first aid protocols, to ensure a swift and coordinated response in case of accidents or emergencies.
**Daily Responsibilities**
A Construction Safety Officer’s daily routine is dynamic and requires a frequently changing approach to safety management.
**Some daily responsibilities include**:
- **Morning Briefings**: Conduct safety briefings at the beginning of each workday to highlight potential hazards, discuss safety measures, and reinforce the importance of adherence to safety protocols.
- **Site Walkthroughs**: Regularly walking through construction sites to visually inspect ongoing work, identify potential safety risks, and engage with workers to address any concerns.
- **Documentation**:Maintaining detailed records of safety inspections, incidents, and training sessions to ensure regulatory compliance and provide a comprehensive overview of the site’s safety performance.
- **Training Sessions**: Organizing and conducting safety training sessions for both new and existing workers, focusing on specific risks associated with the construction tasks at hand.
- **Collaboration**: Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other shareholders to integrate safety considerations into project planning and execution.
- **Reduced Accidents and Injuries**: By proactively identifying and mitigating potential hazards, Construction Safety Officers contribute to a significant reduction in accidents and injuries on construction sites.
- **Legal Compliance**: Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations protects the construction company from legal consequences, including fines and potential project delays.
- **Enhanced Productivity**: A safe work environment leads to increased productivity, improved morale, and higher job satisfaction among construction workers.
- **Cost Savings**: Prevention of accidents and injuries results in cost savings related to medical expenses, workers’ compensation, and potential legal fees.
- **Project Continuity**: Construction Safety Officers play a vital role in project continuity by minimizing disruptions caused by accidents or safety violations, and making sure projects stay on schedule.
**REQUIREMENTS**
- Include:
- Academic Qualification - **Minimum Diploma of Arts in Disaster and Safety Management (Bachelor of Arts in Disaster & Safety Management will also be considered)**
- Valid SACPCMP Pr. CHSO Certificate
- Valid Medical Certificate
- ID Copy
- Drivers License (Code B/C1)
- Latest Payslip
- Experience (3-5 years) in Construction Health and Safety Environment
- **MUST BE BASED IN DURBAN**
**REMUNERATION**
- The CHSO Consulting Position will attract a monthly fee of between **R22 000,00 - R25 000,00** depending on the Experience
**NOTES**
- The Position will be held in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal
- Six Months Contract
- Working hours will be from 08:00 am to 17:00 (Sometimes will be required to beyond the stipulated hours depending on workload and deadlines)
**Job Type**: Temporary
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: R22 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month
Application Deadline: 2024/12/13
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