SHE Officer

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation through ongoing monitoring of processes against the OHS Act.
• Assist employees with injury reporting and process medical reports as required.
• Liaise with service providers to manage claims in line with the COID Act and support HR in processing IOD claims online.
• Maintain and update the H&S Management system to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Promote safe working conditions, investigate incidents, and implement corrective measures.
• Identify and manage systems to control exposure to hazards such as chemicals, flammable substances, noise, and manual handling risks.
• Coordinate emergency evacuations with the assistance of SHE Tech Services, H&S Representatives, Fire Marshals, and First Aiders.
• Evaluate PPE requirements, liaise with suppliers, and ensure timely ordering and distribution to staff.
• Perform audits to ensure all relevant HSE permits are valid and adhere to conditions.
• Issue work permits to contractors and monitor compliance on-site.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive waste management plan for both solid and liquid waste streams.
• Chair H&S Committee meetings, manage minutes, and ensure actionable items are addressed.
• Deliver toolbox talks, health and safety tips, and awareness campaigns for staff education.
• Conduct H&S induction training and manage the HIRA process, including monitoring and risk profiling.
• Provide monthly statistics on HIRA risks and remedial actions.
• Conduct audits, compile results, and develop corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with HR to identify and address H&S training needs.
• Maintain injury and incident statistics and oversee first aid kits and fire equipment inspections.
• Ensure fire equipment is regularly serviced and audited in collaboration with external providers.
• Assist occupational health service providers with injury feedback, including occupational diseases and ergonomic issues.

• Strong report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and improvement mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to high standards.

• Matric (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years of SHE experience.
• Experience in Pharma/FMCG environments with GMP knowledge will be an advantage.

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