Overview

A well-established manufacturer in the metal and plastic engineering industry is seeking a SHE Officer to join their team.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric

• NQF Level 4-6 Health and Safety qualification

• Minimum 3 years experience in a health and safety role in the manufacturing and engineering sector

• MS Office / Computer Literate

• Good understanding of the Health and Safety Act

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Implementing and maintaining SHE systems

• Perform SHE and related administrative duties

• Co-ordinating relevant contractors and staff

• Compiling procedures and all relevant SHE documentation

• Maintain the document control register for all types of procedures, inspection forms, risk assessments etc.

• Ensure regular inspections on CCTV System, gates, locks, fences as well as any other security infrastructure.

• Inspecting workplaces to investigate accidents, causes of ill-health and complaints and ensure compliance to safety regulations.

• Initiate ways to improve overall health and safety in the workplace

• Developing safety, health & environmental management schedules and strategies.

• Keeping up to date with legislative and technical knowledge to ensure adherence to OHSA standards.

• Compile a monthly report on all and any security issues including cost.

• Update notice boards in all departments.

• Ensure proper access control is conducted daily.

• Ensure stringent record keeping of all persons and property entering or leaving the premises

• Implement Disciplinary action in case of misconduct pertaining to Health & Safety

• Ordering first aid stock

• Replenishing the First Aid Boxes when necessary

• Implement and maintain an effective program and ensure compliance to satisfy the requirements of local legislation e.g., the OHS, COID and Environmental Management Acts.

• Conduct SHE audits as per the audit schedule, report on findings and log all non-compliances.

• Evaluate incident forms, surveys, audits to establish root causes and together with Supervisors and Managers concerned, formulate a plan of action to correct non-compliant behaviour or conditions.

• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes, and identify corrective and preventative actions and report to management.

• Co-ordinate monthly safety meetings

• Co-ordinating SHE related training requirements

• Liaise with onsite contractors to ensure their compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including basic safety induction training.

• Co-ordinate at least two evacuation exercises per year to ensure that all staff become familiar with these procedures.

• Assist with the formulation of emergency/contingency plans.

• Review and update Emergency Procedures as and when necessary.

• Ensure continuous reporting and effective communication with all relevant management.

Key Competencies / Skills

• Integrity

• Time Management & Leadership skills

• Excellent Communication Skills

• Efficient

• Reliable

• Responsible

• Attention to detail