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SHEQ Officer

PG Bison

Job Location:

Boksburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 26 August 2026 (9 days ago)

Application Deadline: 23 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Advert Summary
PG Bison is seeking a dedicated SHEQ Officer to lead the development and implementation of robust safety health environment and quality management systems within our manufacturing operations. This mid-level role requires expertise in occupational health and safety legislation environmental compliance risk management and quality assurance processes. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives enforce regulatory compliance and foster a proactive safety culture to minimize operational risks and enhance employee wellbeing. Join a dynamic team at a leading South African wood-based panel manufacturer committed to sustainability innovation and operational excellence. Expertise in SHEQ auditing incident investigation and environmental impact assessment is essential to ensure alignment with industry standards and corporate governance.

Duties & Responsibilities

Manage and oversee SHEQ risk management legal compliance and loss control activities to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Conduct regular site inspections audits and risk assessments to identify hazards enforce corrective actions and promote continuous improvement.
Lead investigations into incidents and accidents determining root causes and implementing effective preventive measures to mitigate future risks.
Coordinate and manage construction projects shutdowns and site closure processes ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards.
Develop maintain and report on SHEQ performance indicators budgets and compliance documentation to support management decision-making.
Facilitate SHE training programs inductions and toolbox talks to enhance employee competency and foster a strong safety culture.
Collaborate with contractors and internal stakeholders to conduct safety inspections coordinate safety meetings and ensure adherence to company policies.
Manage site security functions and personnel to safeguard assets and maintain a secure working environment.
Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning to ensure operational resilience in emergency situations.
Provide expert advice and support on SHEQ and risk management matters to management and other key stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree or diploma in Safety Management Environmental Management Risk Management Quality Management Engineering or a related discipline.
Professional certification in SHEQ Risk Management or related fields such as SAMTRAC NEBOSH or ISO 45001/14001/9001 is highly desirable.
Minimum of 5 to 8 years proven experience in safety health environment and quality (SHEQ) risk management compliance or a related management function.
Demonstrable expertise in identifying assessing and mitigating risks within complex operational environments.
Proven track record in leading SHEQ audits conducting inspections managing investigations and implementing corrective actions effectively.
Extensive experience navigating legal and regulatory compliance requirements with a background in interaction with external authorities and auditors.
Strong skills in incident and accident investigation including thorough reporting and follow-up actions.
Hands-on experience overseeing safety and risk protocols in construction project management shutdowns and site closure activities.
Competence in managing security measures loss control initiatives and business continuity planning.
Experience in budgeting performance reporting and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to SHEQ and risk functions.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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