
Safety and Environment Officer
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal
- Permanent
- Full-time
Safety and Environment OfficerLOCATION:
Tongaat - DurbanResponsibilities
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections across the facility
- Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act 85 of 1993)
- Investigate incidents and near-misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Facilitate safety training, toolbox talks, and emergency response drills. Maintain and update safety documentation, including SOPs, MSDS, and risk registers
- Monitor and manage environmental aspects such as waste, emissions, and resource usage
- Ensure compliance with environmental legislation (e.g., NEMA, Air Quality Act)
- Maintain ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System documentation
- Coordinate environmental impact assessments and sustainability initiatives
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and prepare reports for environmental audits
- Matric
- National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in HSE roles within manufacturing – Automotive sector
- Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards
- NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, or equivalent certification is advantageous
- Proficient in MS Office and HSE management systems