SAFETY OFFICER – PORT SHEPSTONE
SHERQ (Safety Health Risk Quality)
Ulundi, Zululand – KwaZulu Natal
Role Purpose
Our client, requires an experienced Safety Officer to oversee health and safety compliance at a construction site in Oatlands. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and monitoring site safety systems, ensuring full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and promoting a strong safety culture among site personnel and contractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement, monitor and maintain the site Health and Safety Plan in line with the OHS Act and Construction Regulations.
- Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits, identifying and addressing hazards and non-conformances.
- Facilitate toolbox talks, safety inductions and ongoing safety training for site staff and subcontractors.
- Investigate incidents, near-misses and accidents; compile reports and recommend corrective action.
- Maintain accurate safety files, registers and documentation for site audits and client/regulatory review.
- Liaise with site management, contractors and the client on all safety-related matters.
- Ensure PPE compliance and correct use of safety equipment across the site.
- Coordinate with the Department of Labour and other relevant authorities as required.
- Stop unsafe work practices and enforce corrective measures where necessary.
Requirements
- Registered with the SACPCMP (South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions) as a Safety Officer – essential.
- Relevant Safety Management qualification (e.g. SAMTRAC or equivalent).
- Proven experience as a Safety Officer on construction sites.
- Sound working knowledge of the OHS Act and Construction Regulations.
- Valid driver’s licence and own transport.
- Strong communication, reporting and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to be based on site in Oatlands, Port Shepstone.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
