Junior Safety Officer

Recruiter:

Phakisa Holdings

Job Ref:

JHB000506/Louis

Date posted:

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Seeking a Junior Safety Officer for a high-risk foundry environment to assist in implementing health and safety systems and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

POSITION INFO:

Junior Safety Officer

Mid-Career (2 - 4 yrs exp) | Contractor

Reporting to: Operations
Location: Germiston- Eastern Suburbs

Purpose of the Role

To assist the Safety Department with implementing and maintaining health and safety systems, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and promoting safe working practices in a high-risk foundry environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with daily safety inspections and workplace audits
Identify hazards and report unsafe acts/conditions
Support the implementation of HSE policies, procedures, and legal compliance
Assist with incident/accident investigations and corrective action tracking
Conduct toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions
Ensure PPE compliance and correct usage on site
Assist with risk assessments and safe work procedures (SWPs)
Support contractor safety management and induction processes
Maintain safety files, registers, checklists, and inspection reports
Assist with emergency preparedness and drills (fire, first aid, evacuation)
Promote safety culture across all departments

Minimum Requirements

Matric (Grade 12)
Basic computer literacy (MS Office)
Strong communication and report-writing ability
Willingness to work in an industrial/foundry environment

Preference (Advantage)

NOSA SAMTRAC or relevant Safety qualification
Previous experience in a foundry (highly beneficial)
Knowledge of OHS Act and basic compliance requirements
First Aid Level 1 and Fire Fighting certificates (advantage)

Key Competencies

Strong observation and hazard identification skills
High attention to detail and record keeping
Professionalism and confidence to engage workers and supervisors
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong safety mindset and commitment to compliance

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