HSSE Officer

Port Elizabeth - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A leading global company is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team in Markman Port Elizabeth.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring Health & Safety compliance across the assigned depots in Port Elizabeth Cape Town and East London while also assisting with broader group compliance requirements including retail operations.

Primary Responsibilities:
Health Safety Environmental & Quality Compliance:

Implement and maintain the companys SHERQ management systems across all depots.
Provide guidance and support to appointed 16(2) and 8(2) responsible persons to ensure ongoing legal and operational compliance.
Conduct regular site inspections and intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are identified.

Audits and Inspections:

Plan conduct and coordinate internal and external SHERQ audits across depots.
Audit HSE compliance driver vehicle and safety files against legislative and company requirements.
Prepare sites documentation and employees for audits and inspections.
Communicate audit findings agree corrective actions and track close-out.

Policies Procedures and Documentation:

Assist the SHEQ Manager with drafting reviewing and updating SHERQ policies procedures risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
Ensure documents are reviewed following incidents audits or changes to operations and aligned to best practice.

Incident Management and Investigations:

Investigate incidents near misses and unsafe conditions and identify root causes.
Assign review and submit incident investigations for approval.
Assist managers and investigators with corrective actions and Lessons Learnt communications.

Training Communication and Safety Culture:

Conduct inductions toolbox talks and internal safety training.
Coordinate and schedule external training for drivers and relevant staff.
Promote a positive safety culture through regular engagement with employees and contractors.
Chair safety committee meetings and address concerns raised across all depots.

Environmental and Regulatory Compliance:

Initiate and monitor environmental actions to protect employee health and the environment.
Implement preventative measures as per environmental assessments and expert recommendations.
Represent the company during Department of Labour visits and inspections including preparation and staff support.

Contractor and Service Provider Management:

Draft project-specific health and safety specifications and baseline risk assessments for contractors.
Pre-vet approve and audit contractor safety files.
Conduct ongoing contractor audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Reporting and Performance Monitoring:

Monitor and manage SHERQ key performance indicators (KPIs).
Compile and submit required reports to professional and regulatory bodies including RTMS.
Identify non-compliance trends and drive corrective actions.

Requirements:

National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management Environmental Management Occupational Health or a related field
NEBOSH or equivalent safety qualification (advantageous)
Valid fall protection planner registration (advantageous)
Registered or eligible for registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. SACPCMP or SAIOHS advantage)
25 years experience in a SHERQ / HSE role
Experience in industrial logistics manufacturing gas or fuel environments preferred
Proven experience in risk assessments incident investigations audits and inspections
Exposure to ISO management systems (ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001)
Experience conducting safety training and toolbox talks
Strong knowledge of South African SHERQ legislation (OHS Act Environmental legislation COID Act and applicable SANS standards)
Understanding of SHERQ management systems and compliance requirements
Knowledge of hazard identification risk control and emergency preparedness
Familiarity with contractor management and permit-to-work systems
Good reporting and record-keeping skills

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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

A leading global company is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team in Markman Port Elizabeth.The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring Health & Safety compliance across the assigned depots in Port Elizabeth Cape Town and East London while also assisting w...