Junior Health and Safety Officer

1 week ago

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

**Position: Junior Health and Safety Officer**

**Department: Health and Safety**

**Posting Date: 29 November 2024**

**Closing Date: 04 December 2024**

**An opportunity has become available at On Point On Time Solutions in the Health and Safety Department.**

**Suitably qualified individuals are invited to apply.**

**REQUIREMENTS**
- National diploma or bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety (OHS), electrical engineering, or related field.
- SACPCMP registration a must have.
- 1-2 years’ experience in health and safety on construction sites, ideally in electrical infrastructure.
- Experience with LV/MV networks is advantageous.

**KEY PERFOMANCE AREAS**
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Verify the correct use of PPE, including insulated gloves, eye protection, and flame-resistant clothing.
- Perform regular PPE checks and report deficiencies.
- Report incidents, near-misses, or accidents to the Group Health and Safety Officer.
- Assist in investigating accidents, gathering evidence, and preparing incident reports.
- Organize and participate in regular safety meetings focused on electrical work hazards.
- Emphasize lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for electrical equipment.
- Ensure compliance with the OHS Act, SANS, and relevant industry regulations.
- Maintain safety inspection, audit, and incident report records.
- Assist in developing emergency response plans for electrical hazards.
- Ensure emergency response equipment is available and maintained.
- Monitor compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Oversee safe disposal of hazardous materials and monitor the environmental impact.
- Serve as a liaison between the site team, workers, subcontractors, and the Group Health and Safety Officer.
- Coordinate with external safety auditors and inspectors.
- Ensure proper display of safety signage around the site, particularly around electrical work zones.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

- Do you have a National diploma or bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety (OHS), electrical engineering, or related field.
- Are you a South African National.

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Health & Safety on construction sites.: 1 year (required)

License/Certification:

- SACPCMP registration a must have. (required)
- Drivers' license. (required)

**Location**:

- Midrand, Gauteng (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 75% (required)

Application Deadline: 2024/12/04

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