Junior Health and Safety Officer

1 month ago

Midrand, South Africa On Point On Time Solutions Pty Ltd Full time

**Junior Health and Safety Officer**

We are seeking a proactive Junior Health and Safety Officer to join our team. This role will be key in ensuring that all health and safety standards are adhered to on-site, particularly around electrical infrastructure. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with experience in health and safety on construction sites who is passionate about creating a safe work environment and possesses knowledge of electrical hazards.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Health and Safety Inspections and Audits**
- Conduct daily inspections of the construction site to ensure adherence to health and safety protocols.
- Identify hazards related to electrical works, including LV and MV installations.
- Support regular safety audits and verify compliance with safety procedures.

**Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification**
- Assist in risk assessment and management, focusing on electrical installations and live work.
- Review and prepare Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Risk Assessment documents.
- Update site-specific risk assessments based on work progress and emerging hazards.

**Safety Inductions and Training**
- Conduct site inductions for new workers and subcontractors, emphasizing electrical safety and emergency procedures.
- Ensure proper training for workers on safe practices related to electrical installations.

**PPE Compliance and Safety Gear Checks**
- Verify the correct use of PPE, including insulated gloves, eye protection, and flame-resistant clothing.
- Perform regular PPE checks and report deficiencies.

**Monitoring and Reporting of Safety Incidents**
- Report incidents, near-misses, or accidents to the Group Health and Safety Officer.
- Assist in investigating accidents, gathering evidence, and preparing incident reports.

**Safety Meetings and Toolbox Talks**
- Organize and participate in regular safety meetings focused on electrical work hazards.
- Emphasize lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for electrical equipment.

**Regulatory Compliance and Documentation**
- Ensure compliance with the OHS Act, SANS, and relevant industry regulations.
- Maintain safety inspection, audit, and incident report records.

**Emergency Preparedness and Response**
- Assist in developing emergency response plans for electrical hazards.
- Ensure emergency response equipment is available and maintained.

**Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Monitoring**
- Monitor compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Oversee safe disposal of hazardous materials and monitor the environmental impact.

**Liaison and Coordination**
- Serve as a liaison between the site team, workers, subcontractors, and the Group Health and Safety Officer.
- Coordinate with external safety auditors and inspectors.

**Safety Signage and Site Safety Standards**
- Ensure proper display of safety signage around the site, particularly around electrical work zones.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of a National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- **Experience**: 1-2 years in health and safety on construction sites, ideally in electrical infrastructure. Experience with LV/MV networks is advantageous.
- **Skills**:

- Strong report writing and incident investigation skills.
- Knowledge of electrical hazards and safety standards.
- Ability to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls.
- Effective communication skills for conducting training and meetings.
- Attention to detail with a proactive approach to safety.

Application Question(s):

- National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Electrical Engineering, or related field.

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)

**Experience**:

- construction health and safety: 1 year (required)
- health and safety electrical infrastructure: 1 year (required)
- of conducting workplace site investigations: 1 year (required)

License/Certification:

- SACPCMP registration. (required)
- drivers License. (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (required)

Application Deadline: 2024/11/20

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