Health and Safety Specialist

1 day ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Performability Recruitment Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Specialist to join our team in the beautiful Cape winelands.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Occupational Health and Safety, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They must be proficient in Afrikaans and English.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert guidance on health and safety matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and ISO 14001.
  • Develop and implement effective SHEQ systems, managing documentation and administration.
  • Manage training programs and inductions, ensuring all employees understand their roles and responsibilities in maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Coordinate annual health and safety programs, conducting surveys and audits to identify areas for improvement.
  • Organize quarterly health and safety meetings, facilitating open discussions and ensuring action plans are implemented.
  • Audit SHE representative files, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Collaborate with procurement teams to manage SHE-related budgets and purchases.
  • Induct contractors and audit their files, ensuring they meet company safety standards.
  • Support annual medical checks and compile training matrices, ensuring employee safety and well-being.
  • Conduct supplier, internal, and external certification audits, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Act as stacking supervisor and scaffolding inspector, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Issue hotwork permits, ensuring a safe working environment.
  • Assist in incident investigations, evaluating reports to identify root causes and implementing corrective actions.
About the Role

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a strong focus on safety and risk management. The successful candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas simply.

In return, we offer a competitive salary of R400,000 per annum, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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