SHE Manager

• Develop, implement, and oversee the SHE management system in line with OHS Act, Environmental Regulations, and Food Safety Standards (HACCP, ISO/FSSC) across all sites.
• Maintain the SHE management system (policies , procedures and all work instructions)
• Establish annual SHE objectives, policies, and targets aligned with company strategy.
• Drive a zero-harm culture across all plants through proactive leadership and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation (OHS Act, COID, Environmental Management Act).
• Conduct regular risk assessments, hazard analysis, and job safety
• Oversee accident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
• Manage PPE programs, safe work permits, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ensure medical surveillance, health checks, and wellness programs are implemented.
• Monitor and control dust emissions, waste disposal, effluent management, and chemical handling.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability targets.
• Drive initiatives to minimize energy, water, and resource usage within the plant.
• Oversee Internal and External SHE audits and liaise with local authorities on compliance matters.
• Ensure all audit finding are closed
• Develop and implement SHE training programs for employees, contractors, and management.
• Ensure all new employees are onboarded with SHE training
• Conduct emergency response drills, fire safety training, and first aid programs.
• Build SHE awareness campaigns to encourage safe
• Maintain accurate SHE records, registers, and legal
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual SHE performance reports for senior management.
• Ensure incident statistics, LTIFR (Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate), and compliance indicators are tracked and improved.
• Lead, mentor, and develop all staff including health and safety
• Conduct safety meetings

• Grade 12 / Matric
• OHS, SAMTRAC qualification or equivalent (mandatory).
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Health & Safety within manufacturing/packaging/food industry (preferred).
• Knowledge of OHS Act, COID, Environmental Regulations, HACCP, and FSSC standards.
• Fire Fighting, First Aid, and Risk Assessment certifications
• Proven Experience as a SHEQ Manager
• Auditing experience in SHE
• Extensive Knowledge of SHE Systems (ISO 14001, 18001 45001)

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