Safety Officer

SUMMARY:
Join a Logistics company in Pretoria as a Safety Officer / SHEQ Officer, providing integrated Safety Management to identify and manage safety risks while implementing measures that enhance workplace safety and support the company's long-term interests.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA): Assist management in compiling and updating HIRA’s, ensuring compliance with safety acts and related legislation.
• Road Transport Management System (RTMS): Maintain compliance, review audit findings, and assist in closing recommendations.
• Emergency Preparedness: Respond to emergencies and ensure emergency plans are in place.
• Safety Management System (SMS): Conduct site audits, follow up on findings, and identify unsafe acts and conditions.
• Incident Management: Investigate and report incidents, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Communication and Awareness: Attend safety meetings, issue alerts, and communicate legal updates and safety statistics.
• Medical Inductions & Exits: Liaise with clients and service providers for medical bookings.
• Safety Documentation: Update safety standards, ensure documentation is current, and maintain safety files.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure all permits, licenses, and certificates are up to date and conduct legal compliance audits.
• Client Relations: Build effective relationships with clients and service providers, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

• Grade 12 (required)
• SAMTRAC or related qualification (required)
• 2-4 years of experience in transport/logistics or mining (advantageous)
• Experience in booking medicals and inductions (required)

• HIRA, incident investigation, project management
• Strong client relations and report-writing skills
• Analytical, attention to detail, effective communication, and relationship-building
• Knowledge of OHSA and MHSA
• Proficient in MS Office (Word and Excel)
• Willing to travel regularly for site and client visits
• Available for overtime and on standby 24/7 for emergencies