Health & Safety Officer

SUMMARY:
Position Summary
Responsible for communicating Health and Safety values to the contractors and staff of the integrated output-based facilities management and/or construction related services, and to ensure compliance to Health and Safety standards and measures are integrated throughout all work systems and processes.

POSITION INFO:
Key Accountabilities / Principal Responsibilities:

• Communicate and coordinate Health and Safety information on site
• Provide health and safety performance reports to the Client and the Group
• Attend Client meetings
• Communicate OHS values to contractors and staff to build a solid and effective team that establishes a culture of zero harm to people, and zero impact on the environment
• Ensure line Supervisors are familiar with their responsibilities as they relate to contractor safety
• Communicate safety strategy and supporting initiatives
• Participate in quarterly safety forums
• Period review of contractor performance and implement improvement plans where necessary
• Investigate health and safety complaints and injuries without delay
• Management of Work Orders assigned through the Computer-aided Facilities Management System (CAFMS)

• Safety Plan
• Company Policy

• Legal Appointments
• Establishing the Health & Safety Committee
• Emergency Preparedness Programmes
• Evacuation Procedures
• OHS Monthly Report
• Risk Assessments
• Safe Work procedures
• Toolbox Talks / Safety Awareness training / OHS Induction
• Compliance Certificates
• Permits
• Contractor appointments
• Contractor Compliance and Safety
• Staff Medicals
• Letter of Good Standing with the Compensation for Injuries and Diseases Department
• Provision of Registers
• Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Construction Regulations
• Occupational Health & Safety File

• Ensure employees and contractors comply with health and safety legislation and that safety policies and practices are adopted and adhered to with quarterly audit conducted
• Conduct Emergency Evacuation drills twice a year
• Conduct Risk Assessments and develop safe work procedures
• Establish customized risk assessments for the Functional Areas and align safe work procedures
• Complete OHS monthly reports and Stats and submit to Divisional Manager and Corporate OHS manager
• Monitor and review all site safety plans and implement corrective actions required
• Report all deviations, Risks and Incidents to the Regional Manager and Operations Manager
• Ensure all new installations and maintenance comply with health and safety regulations and standards
• Ensure safety files for contractors compiled and updated
• Ensure that all documentation to be available for inspections by Client, Agent of the Client, Safety Inspector and Employee(s)
• Identify and develop mitigation plans for health and safety issues and risks
• Ensure staff medicals on file
• Conduct accident / incident reporting & investigation
• Conduct OHS Inductions / Safety and Tool Box talks monthly with all staff on the facility
• Maintain records of inspection findings and produce reports with recommendations for improvements
• Manage and ensure the safe storage and / or disposal of hazardous materials and equipment
• Appoint health and safety representatives and establish health and safety committee
• Appoint First Aiders and Fire Marshalls for the project
• Ensure First Aiders and Fire Marshalls are trained and correctly deployed in the project
• Provide training needs analysis for personnel and ensure adequate training is provided
• Formally investigate health and safety complaints by customers and staff and make recommendations to prevent future recurrences

• Grade 12
• Must have min 5 years OHS working experience in the Built Environment
• Must have previous OHS experience dealing with contractors
• Registered with the relevant statutory bodies (SAIOSH and/or SACPCMP)

• SAMTRAC or Equivalent
• Risk Assessment Certificate
• Incident Investigation Certification
• Fall Protection Planner certificate

• Knowledge of ISO 450001 Management system approval
• Knowledge and experience of OHS administration processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including MS Teams
• Valid Driver’s License with clean infringement record
• Own reliable transport/vehicle

• Leadership ability
• Results orientated with sound feedback and follow –up skills
• Accident and incident investigation skills
• High level of both verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Be thorough with good attention to detail
• Proactive approach and ability to take initiative
• Good organizing and time-management skills
• Customer orientation and ability to deal with different parties
• Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team
• Ability to prioritise and manage deliverables in a fast-paced, multiple site environment

• Understand role of reporting to the business and client
• Understand interworking with various teams to ensure client financial compliances
• Understand that driving savings through procurement function is critical
• Understanding that feedback and communication is critical to success