SHEQ Officer

Required Skills:

(SHEQ) OFFICER The successful incumbent will report directly to the Sawmilling Production Executive. CORE COMPETENCIES: Highly organised detail-oriented and able to work under pressure Strong communication skills with ability to engage across all levels Good written and verbal English communication skills Xhosa language ability advantageous Strong report writing and problem-solving skills Sound knowledge of SHEQ systems legal compliance and implementation KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Safety & Health: Assist with OHS Act implementation and compliance monitoring Conduct inspections identify hazards and report non-conformances Support incident accident and near-miss investigations Assist with risk assessments (HIRA) and safe work procedures Monitor PPE compliance and contractor safety Participate in Safety Committee meetings Environmental: Support environmental management plan implementation Monitor waste housekeeping and environmental controls Assist with environmental compliance and permit requirements Report environmental incidents and support corrective actions Quality: Support implementation of quality procedures and work instructions Assist with internal audits and corrective action tracking Maintain document control and records Compliance & Administration Maintain SHEQ registers records and filing systems Assist with legal compliance audits and ISO systems (9001 / 14001 / 45001) Support training coordination and toolbox talks Compile SHEQ reports and statistics

Required Education:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: SAMTRAC / NEBOSH / NOSA qualification or Diploma / Certificate in Safety Management (advantageous) Additional Environmental or Quality training will be an advantage Minimum 3 years experience in SHEQ systems compliance and auditing in line with the OHS Act Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred Computer literate (MS Office: Word Excel PowerPoint) Strong administrative skills Valid drivers licence and own reliable transport