Health & Safety (SHEQ) Officer

Recruiter:

Chainlink SA

Job Ref:

3228474105

Date posted:

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location:

Germiston, South Africa

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

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