Junior SHE Officer – Occupational Health & Safety

Recruiter:

Fempower

Job Ref:

2937916200

Date posted:

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Location:

Brakpan, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Occupational Health & Safety Officer to support its SHE team in ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Key Requirements:

Grade 12 / Matric qualification
Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
OHSAS 18001 or ISO 45001 training (advantageous)
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and engage with employees at all levels
3+ years’ SHE experience in a manufacturing environment

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Legal Requirements: Assist in ensuring full compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) and ISO standards
Risk Assessments: Conduct baseline, issue-based, and continuous risk assessments to enhance workplace safety.
Incident Investigation & Reporting: Assist in investigating workplace incidents, injuries, and near-misses, ensuring corrective measures are implemented
Safety Training & Induction: Conduct safety inductions for new employees and contractors, and assist in SHE training programs
Audits & Inspections: Perform internal audits, daily safety inspections, and compliance checks to maintain a safe work environment
Health & Safety Committees: Organize and participate in SHE committee meetings, preparing agendas and maintaining records
PPE & Safety Equipment Management: Ensure the procurement, distribution, and compliance of PPE & first aid equipment
Emergency Preparedness: Assist in scheduling and conducting annual evacuation drills and emergency response planning
Contractor & Visitor SHE Compliance: Ensure all contractors and visitors adhere to site safety policies and legal requirements.

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