SHE Officer (Manufacturing)

Job Overview:

A well-established manufacturer in the metal and plastic engineering industry is in search of a qualified individual to join their team as a Health and Safety Officer

Minimum requirements:

Grade 12 / Matric

NQF Level 4-6 Health and Safety qualification

SAMTRAC

Min 3 Yrs. experience in a health and safety role in the manufacturing and engineering sector

MS Office Literate

Good understanding of the Health and Safety Act

Responsibilities:

Perform SHE and related administrative duties

Co-ordinating relevant contractors and staff

Implementing and maintaining SHE systems

Compiling procedures and all relevant SHE documentation

Maintain the document control register for all types of procedures, inspection forms, risk assessments etc.

Ensure regular inspections on CCTV System, gates, locks, fences as well as any other security infrastructure

Inspecting workplaces to investigate accidents, causes of ill-health and complaints and ensure compliance to safety regulations

Initiate ways to improve overall health and safety in the workplace

Developing safety, health and environmental management schedules and strategies

Keeping up to date with legislative and technical knowledge to ensure adherence to OHSA standards

Compile a monthly report on all and any security issues including cost

Update notice boards in all departments

Ensure proper access control is conducted daily

Ensure stringent record keeping of all persons and property entering or leaving the premises

Implement Disciplinary action in case of misconduct pertaining H&S

Ordering first aid stock

Replenishing the First Aid Boxes when necessary

Implement and maintain an effective program and ensure compliance to satisfy the requirements of local legislation e.g., the OHS, COID and Environmental Management Acts

Conduct SHE audits as per the audit schedule, report on findings and log all non-compliances

Evaluate incident forms, surveys, audits to establish root causes and together with Supervisors and Managers concerned, formulate a plan of action to correct non-compliant behaviour or conditions

Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes, and identify corrective and preventative actions and report to management

Co-ordinate monthly safety meetings

Co-ordinating SHE related training requirements

Liaise with onsite contractors to ensure their compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including basic safety induction training

Co-ordinate at least two evacuation exercises per year to ensure that all staff become familiar with these procedures

Assist with the formulation of emergency/contingency plans

Review and update Emergency Procedures as and when necessary

Ensure continuous reporting and effective communication with all relevant management

Key Skills and Competencies:

Integrity

Time Management and Leadership skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Efficient

Reliable

Responsible

Attention to detail

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