Health & Safety (SHEQ) Officer

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Location: Germiston

Industry: Engineering Manufacturing

Salary: R30,000 – R42,000 per month (Depending on experience)

Type: Permanent | Full-time

Start Date: ASAP

? Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems across the facility
• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses
• Ensure compliance with OHS Act and relevant regulations
• Prepare and submit safety reports, audits, and documentation to management and external bodies
• Facilitate safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to embed safety into daily operations
• Spend approximately 20% of time on the floor identifying risks and guiding corrective actions
• Spend 80% of time on administrative and strategic SHEQ functions
• Break down complex safety instructions into actionable tasks for teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and safety culture development

? Minimum Requirements

• Matric + relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Health and Safety Officer in a Manufacturing or Engineering environment
• Proven experience in SHEQ systems and compliance
• Strong administrative and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Must be based in or near Germiston

? Ideal Candidate Profile

• Dynamic and driven, with a proactive approach to safety and compliance
• Not just a “floor walker” — strategic thinker with strong admin and reporting capabilities
• Able to break down instructions into manageable tasks and guide actions effectively
• Ambitious, with the potential to grow into a Supervisory or Managerial role within 5 years
• Comfortable engaging with all levels of staff and management
• Not be a job-hopper