HSSE Officer

SUMMARY:
A leading global company is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team in Markman, Port Elizabeth.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring Health & Safety compliance across the assigned depots in Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, and East London, while also assisting with broader group compliance requirements, including retail operations.

POSITION INFO:
Primary Responsibilities:
Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Compliance:

• Implement and maintain the company’s SHERQ management systems across all depots.
• Provide guidance and support to appointed 16(2) and 8(2) responsible persons to ensure ongoing legal and operational compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are identified.

• Plan, conduct and coordinate internal and external SHERQ audits across depots.
• Audit HSE compliance, driver, vehicle and safety files against legislative and company requirements.
• Prepare sites, documentation and employees for audits and inspections.
• Communicate audit findings, agree corrective actions and track close-out.

• Assist the SHEQ Manager with drafting, reviewing and updating SHERQ policies, procedures, risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
• Ensure documents are reviewed following incidents, audits or changes to operations and aligned to best practice.

• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions and identify root causes.
• Assign, review and submit incident investigations for approval.
• Assist managers and investigators with corrective actions and Lessons Learnt communications.

• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks and internal safety training.
• Coordinate and schedule external training for drivers and relevant staff.
• Promote a positive safety culture through regular engagement with employees and contractors.
• Chair safety committee meetings and address concerns raised across all depots.

• Initiate and monitor environmental actions to protect employee health and the environment.
• Implement preventative measures as per environmental assessments and expert recommendations.
• Represent the company during Department of Labour visits and inspections, including preparation and staff support.

• Draft project-specific health and safety specifications and baseline risk assessments for contractors.
• Pre-vet, approve and audit contractor safety files.
• Conduct ongoing contractor audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

• Monitor and manage SHERQ key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Compile and submit required reports to professional and regulatory bodies, including RTMS.
• Identify non-compliance trends and drive corrective actions.

• National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Management, Occupational Health, or a related field
• NEBOSH, or equivalent safety qualification (advantageous)
• Valid fall protection planner registration (advantageous)
• Registered or eligible for registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. SACPCMP or SAIOHS – advantage)
• 2–5 years’ experience in a SHERQ / HSE role
• Experience in industrial, logistics, manufacturing, gas or fuel environments preferred
• Proven experience in risk assessments, incident investigations, audits and inspections
• Exposure to ISO management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001)
• Experience conducting safety training and toolbox talks
• Strong knowledge of South African SHERQ legislation (OHS Act, Environmental legislation, COID Act and applicable SANS standards)
• Understanding of SHERQ management systems and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of hazard identification, risk control and emergency preparedness
• Familiarity with contractor management and permit-to-work systems
• Good reporting and record-keeping skills