Safety Officer Role

Purpose
To maintain a healthy & safety environment in the workplace and construction sites through Administrative, Client liaising in regards with Safety files, Quality control plans and HR related matters.

Basic functions, duties & responsibilities

• Conduct Weekly toolbox talks (Monday’s)
• Managing & issuing of personal protective equipment (when required)
• Record and investigate incidents to determine the causes and submit necessary compensation documentation to RMA.
• Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous and unhealthy.
• Conduct Risk assessments and enforce preventative measures.
• Review existing policies, procedures and update according to legislation.
• Compile safety files for Construction sites
• Compile and update safety files for current Clients.
• Handling of external audits (Department of labour) – as and when required.
• Compiling of data packs (QCPs) and submitting to Sites.
• Fleet Management (Cartrack) – Monthly cost saving.
• Assist in Skills development programs with MERSETA.
• Draft Safe work procedures for each task.
• Conduct H&S rep meetings (3monthly)
• Random drug and alcohol breathalyzer testing.
• Arrange pre-employments & yearly medicals.
• Assist in HR related matters (Disciplinary enquiries).
• Site visits as and when required (safety file audits)
• Arrange induction for sites.
• Manage training i.e. working at heights, Overhead Crane, Forklift, etc.
• Attend client meetings (WW)

• In depth knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• Minimum of 3yrs experience as a Safety Officer / Manager.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Good oral & written communication skills (English & Afrikaans)
• Implementing Health & Safety Systems.
• Proficient in MS Office, Excel, Word.

• SACPCMP Registered.
• SAMTRAC
• Incident investigation
• Hazard Identification & Risk Assessments
• Fall Protection Planner
• Legal Liability
• OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001