Construction Health & Safety Officer (Mining & Heavy Industrial)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Construction Health & Safety Officer (CHSO) with background experience in mining and heavy industrial sectors to join an operation based in Atlantis, Western Cape.

The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and auditing site-specific Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems, ensuring full compliance with the Construction Regulations, Mine Health and Safety framework, client specifications, and safe work procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory & Statutory Liaison: Act as the direct site liaison with statutory bodies, specifically liaising with the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL), and client safety representatives on all regulatory and compliance matters.

• Site Compliance & Audit Management: Conduct daily risk assessments, hazard identifications, and continuous site audits to ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and client standards.

• Incident Investigation & Reporting: Lead root-cause analyses for site incidents, near-misses, and reporting protocols, ensuring immediate corrective actions are established.

• Safety Training & Toolbox Talks: Conduct site inductions, pre-shift toolbox talks, and continuous safety awareness training for site teams and contractors.

• Documentation & Safety File Management: Prepare, update, and maintain comprehensive site safety files, baseline risk assessments, safe work procedures, and standard operating instructions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualifications: National Diploma / Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Management, or accredited OHS certification (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, or equivalent).

• Professional Registration: Mandatory active registration with the SACPCMP as a Construction Health & Safety Officer (CHSO) (SAIOSH membership is an added advantage).

• Industry Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience as a Construction Health & Safety Officer, with explicit exposure to mining, extraction, or heavy material handling environments.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep working knowledge of the Construction Regulations, Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and direct experience interacting with the DMRE.

• Location & Transport: Must reside in or be able to commute reliably to Atlantis, Western Cape. Valid driver's license and own reliable transport required.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills.

• High attention to detail in hazard identification, DMRE compliance tracking, and safety file administration.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in high-risk construction and mining environments.