Health and Safety Officer

Job description

• Understand the occupational H and S act and implement an accountable OHS policy and plan
• Develop, implement and monitor H and S policies, practices and procedures within the company.
• Create the OHS committee, implement and report as per the relevant acts.
• Organise training for OHS committee.
• Develop and maintain environmental systems and  report as per the relevant acts.
• Develop toolbox talks.
• Develop inspection sheets.
• Meet once or twice with the H and S inspectors.
• Update H and S policies where and when necessary.
• Ensure, monitor and enforce safe work practices.
• Ensure no danger to visitors on site.
• Work with HR to ensure compliance to H and S regulations and address non-compliance.
• Develop management programmes to ensure compliance in terms of statutory requirements, standards and company policies.
• Compile DSTI’s and checklists for safe work practices, and handle COIDA.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements for health and safety responding to emergencies as required.
• Conduct new employee orientation in conjunction with HR to align them with OHS company vision and mission.
• Develop and facilitate induction training annually.
• Conduct risk assessments, risk assessment training and develop procedures to address risks identified.
• Enforce safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety and environmental policies, guidelines and procedures as stipulated in company documents.
• Ensure that contractor personnel working on site are compliant with company policies and safety regulations.
• Order and acquire PPE for staff – in conjunction with HR and replenish first aid boxes.
• Provide guidance and direction in terms of OHS programmes at the employee/ supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach.
• Oversee cleaners in conjunction with HR and conduct weekly hygienic inspections.
• Ensure firefighting equipment is serviced annually and organise all safety signage.
• Resolve complaints from employees regarding H and S and compile files for departments of the company.
• Facilitate signing of OHS policies and keeping of records.

Requirements

Required:
Grade 12
Computer literate
Team leadership skills
Strong administrative skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Work under minimum supervision

Posted on 17 Mar 09:09, Closing date 16 Apr