Occupational Health and Safety Officer (OHS) (Centurion)

SUMMARY:
Job Purpose:

• To implement and ensure that all rules and regulations are followed according to the OHS Act No. 85 of 1993 and regulations.
• Keeping all necessary staff members informed of any changes regarding the OHS Act.
• To ensure that appropriate safety controls are implemented where necessary.
• To act against any staff members that do not abide by the rules and regulations of the Act.
• Responsible for organizing OHS training of employees and executives.
• Design and deliver health and safety strategies and initiatives within the scope of the business.
• Advising on the compliance of safety policies and documents.

• Matric
• SAMTRAC certified
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Incident investigation certificate (Any level).
• Must possess the ability to deal with difficult situations.
• Hands-on commitment to getting the job done.
• A good understanding of ISO standards (Specifically ISO 45001 and ISO 9001).

• Conducting risk assessments and enforcing preventative measures
• Reviewing existing policies and measures and updating according to legislation.
• Recording and investigating incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims.
• Performing emergency response drills and participating in emergency teams.
• Inspecting equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
• Conduct frequent warehouse inspections
• Communicate with necessary departments and ensure an effective interface is maintained in a positive and collaborative manner.
• Support, comply and ensure compliance with the Health and Safety regulations, all the Companies policies and procedures, Quality and Environmental policies and procedures, etc.
• Support, encourage and develop a team and take ownership for the team.
• Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere.
• Anticipates and overcome obstacles.
• Embrace personal challenges and growth.
• Self-awareness.
• Resilient, optimistic and open to change.
• Have an adult, collaborative approach to others.
• Self-starter, motivated and able to positively motivate others.

POSITION INFO:
Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.