Hse Officer

HSE Officer - Industrial Catering Environment - Port Elizabeth

We're offering an exciting position for a dedicated Health and Safety expert to join our dynamic team. This role involves ensuring compliance with HSE protocols at managed sites, conducting site evaluations, and preparing incident documentation.

**Minimum qualifications include a B-Tech/National Diploma in Environmental Health, National Diploma in Food Technology/Food Science, and at least 5 years of industry experience. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and monitoring HSE policies, conducting audits, providing training, and collaborating with various teams. This role requires occasional travel to remote sites and adherence to ethical standards.**
- Create, enforce, and oversee HSE protocols, procedures, and reporting across the organization.
- Develop, revise, and maintain the Integrated Risk Management System and associated documentation.
- Perform risk assessments for new sites prior to mobilization, collaborating with sales and operations teams to identify and mitigate risks.
- Conduct routine audits of food units and compile detailed reports outlining any deviations and recommending corrective measures as needed.
- Actively contribute to the enhancement of training materials.
- Deliver on-site HSE training to unit, catering, and regional managers as necessary.
- Collaborate closely with the Incident Management Controller to report and categorize incidents accurately.
- Investigate incident classifications and ensure thorough closure of all incidents after rigorous investigation.
- Support operations in conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and propose policy adjustments based on incident findings.
- Assist units in maintaining compliance with legal requirements such as the Certificate of Food Premise Acceptability (COFPA).
- Stay informed about changes in legislation and communicate updates to the organization.
- Serve as a liaison with relevant governmental bodies and regulatory agencies.
- Maintain up-to-date electronic copies of pertinent laws and regulations.
- Coordinate with local Environmental Health Practitioners (EHP), Department of Health officials, and fire department representatives.
- Prepare, submit, and present reports, statistics, and trend analyses related to HSE performance.
- Participate in regular meetings with regional managers to provide feedback on HSE compliance and improvement opportunities.
- Properly plan and manage travel expenses in accordance with the HSE budget.
- Adhere to the company's Business Code of Ethics and confidentiality rules.
- Maintain professionalism in all communication channels and keep colleagues and units informed of relevant developments or changes affecting their daily responsibilities.