SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
JOB OVERVIEW:
We require a fully registered SACPCMP Safety Officer to manage all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) aspects on a 3-month substation construction project in Touwsriver. The incumbent will ensure compliance with all electrical construction safety regulations, Eskom / client safety standards, and the OHS Act.
Key Responsibilities:
- Site Safety Management: Implement and monitor the project-specific HSE plan for substation earthworks, foundations, cable trenching, equipment erection, and HV switching activities.
- Permit to Work Systems: Administer and enforce a rigorous Permit to Work (PtW) system, including isolation procedures and access control to live or Test-Voltage zones.
- High-Risk Activities: Supervise high-risk tasks such as working at height (gantries, structures), heavy lifting (transformers, switchgear), excavation near underground cables, and electrical lock-out/tag-out (LOTO).
- Safety Inspections: Conduct daily site walkdowns focusing on plant, PPE, earth mats, temporary fencing, signage, and fire extinguishers.
- Subcontractor Management: Vet subcontractor safety files and ensure all site personnel (civil, mechanical, electrical) have valid induction and task-specific training.
- Incident Management: Lead incident investigations and compile reports with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Compliance: Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act (Act 85 of 1993), Construction Regulations 2014, and any client-specific (e.g., Eskom, Nersa) safety requirements.
- Documentation: Maintain all registers (incidents, inspections, training, risk assessments) and submit weekly HSE reports to the Project Manager.
Minimum Requirements:
- Valid SACPCMP registration as a Safety Officer (certificate required).
- SAMTRAC / NEBOSH / relevant safety diploma.
- At least 2-3 years’ experience on substation, power generation, or high-voltage electrical construction projects (non-negotiable).
- Working knowledge of Eskom safety standards (SANS 10142, NRS) is highly advantageous.
- Proven experience with Permit to Work, isolation procedures, and electrical safety.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Medically fit – willing to undergo a baseline medical examination.
Working Conditions:
- Site: Active substation construction zone – strict adherence to PPE and access rules.
- Duration: 3-month fixed-term contract (could continue to 4 months)
- Logistics: Accommodation and transport provided
- Hours: Monday to Saturday as project schedule demands; standby maybe required.
Benefits:
- Accommodation included
- Transport to site and back provided
