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 / MatricNQF Level 4-6 Health and Safety qualificationSAMTRACMin 3 Yrs. experience in a health and safety role in the manufacturing and engineering sectorMS Office LiterateGood understanding of the Health and Safety Act Responsibilities:Perform SHE and related administrative dutiesCo-ordinating relevant contractors and staffImplementing and maintaining SHE systemsCompiling procedures and all relevant SHE documentationMaintain 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 infrastructureInspecting workplaces to investigate accidents, causes of ill-health and complaints and ensure compliance to safety regulationsInitiate ways to improve overall health and safety in the workplaceDeveloping safety, health and environmental management schedules and strategiesKeeping up to date with legislative and technical knowledge to ensure adherence to OHSA standardsCompile a monthly report on all and any security issues including costUpdate notice boards in all departmentsEnsure proper access control is conducted dailyEnsure stringent record keeping of all persons and property entering or leaving the premisesImplement Disciplinary action in case of misconduct pertaining H&SOrdering first aid stockReplenishing the First Aid Boxes when necessaryImplement and maintain an effective program and ensure compliance to satisfy the requirements of local legislation e.g., the OHS, COID and Environmental Management ActsConduct SHE audits as per the audit schedule, report on findings and log all non-compliancesEvaluate 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 conditionsIdentify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes, and identify corrective and preventative actions and report to managementCo-ordinate monthly safety meetingsCo-ordinating SHE related training requirementsLiaise with onsite contractors to ensure their compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including basic safety induction trainingCo-ordinate at least two evacuation exercises per year to ensure that all staff become familiar with these proceduresAssist with the formulation of emergency/contingency plansReview and update Emergency Procedures as and when necessaryEnsure continuous reporting and effective communication with all relevant management Key Skills and Competencies:IntegrityTime Management and Leadership skillsExcellent Communication SkillsEfficientReliableResponsibleAttention to detail
