SHE Officer

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and all relevant legislation through continuous monitoring of processes.
• Assist employees when injuries occur, completing all medical and COID reports as required.
• Liaise with service providers and HR regarding IOD claims and ensure timely online submissions.
• Maintain and update the Health & Safety Management System to ensure compliance.
• Promote safe working conditions, support incident investigations, and manage risk mitigation initiatives.
• Implement systems to reduce exposure to hazardous substances, flammables, electrical, noise, and manual handling risks.
• Oversee emergency evacuations in collaboration with SHE Tech Services Manager, H&S Representatives, Fire Marshals, and First Aiders.
• Manage PPE provision – assess requirements, liaise with suppliers, order, and issue to staff.
• Monitor and audit HSE permits and contractor compliance.
• Develop and manage a site waste management plan for both solid and liquid streams.
• Chair H&S, First Aid, and Fire Marshall meetings; distribute minutes and ensure follow-up actions are implemented.
• Source and present toolbox talks, safety tips, and awareness material for staff education.
• Conduct H&S induction training for new staff.
• Manage the HIRA process, including baseline assessments, categorisation of risks, and maintaining action plans.
• Provide monthly reports and statistics on HIRA and incidents.
• Conduct audits, compile results, and work with management to implement remedial plans.
• Coordinate H&S training needs with HR.
• Ensure monthly inspections of first aid kits, fire equipment, and registers are updated.
• Manage servicing of fire equipment in collaboration with external service providers.
• Provide feedback to the Occupational Health Service Provider on workplace injuries and occupational diseases.

• Strong report writing skills.
• Computer literate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and suggest improvements.
• Able to work under pressure and independently.
• Team player with a self-motivated approach.

• Matric or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years’ related SHE experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with FMCG or Pharmaceutical industry experience and GMP knowledge.

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