Full-time

Senior SHE Officer

About Job Role

Responsible for OHS programs. As the appointed Management Representative responsible for ensuring that the OHSAS 18001 health and safety management system is maintained and improved

Key Responsibilities

SHE Management Systems

In conjunction with the OHS Officer:

o Revise H & S standards and forms as required
o Monitor performance and report back to senior management
o Assist with risk assessments as necessary
o Assist with incident investigation as required

Ensure that all legal and international standard requirements are covered by company SHE management systems.
Ensure company compliance with system requirements by means of internal audits, inspections and non-conformance system.
Review and recommend changes to ensure OHS programs remain effective.
Liaise with accreditation authorities as necessary
Assist all sections to resolve management system related problems
Preparing safety files for sales team required at Client’s site.
Visit installation site to check safety compliances.

Security

Monitor performance of external security provider
Investigate and report to management on all security incidents
Do spot checks on premises to verify that fences, alarms, etc. are in good condition
Recommend improvements as necessary to management and select suitable suppliers to implement approved improvements
Investigate any thefts, damage to company property and significant losses. Prepare a report on investigation results with recommended action for management. Implement any recommendations approved by management to prevent or mitigate future losses.

SHE Responsibilities

Ensure all employees comply fully with Section 14 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act: General duties of employees at work
It is your responsibility to ensure that you and your subordinates are familiar with the above section. A copy can be requested from the OHS Manager. Copies of the act are also available electronically on the Company’s home page. Summaries of the act are displayed throughout all departments in the Company.
Complete an incident report for any contravention of the Company’s health and safety rules and do a full investigation before submitting the form to the OHS Manager
You are further required to comply and ensure the compliance of your subordinates with all requirements of the Company’s quality management system applicable to your position and activities.

<h3>SHE Management Systems</h3><p></p><ul><li>In conjunction with the OHS Officer:</li></ul>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o Revise H &amp; S standards and forms as required <br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o Monitor performance and report back to senior management<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o Assist with risk assessments as necessary<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;o Assist with incident investigation as required<p></p><ul><li>Ensure that all legal and international standard requirements are covered by company SHE management systems.</li><li>Ensure company compliance with system requirements by means of internal audits, inspections and non-conformance system.</li><li>Review and recommend changes to ensure OHS programs remain effective.</li><li>Liaise with accreditation authorities as necessary</li><li>Assist all sections to resolve management system related problems</li><li>Preparing safety files for sales team required at Client’s site.</li><li>Visit installation site to check safety compliances.</li></ul><p> <br></p><h3>Security</h3><ul><li>Monitor performance of external security provider</li><li>Investigate and report to management on all security incidents</li><li>Do spot checks on premises to verify that fences, alarms, etc. are in good condition</li><li>Recommend improvements as necessary to management and select suitable suppliers to implement approved improvements</li><li>Investigate any thefts, damage to company property and significant losses. Prepare a report on investigation results with recommended action for management. Implement any recommendations approved by management to prevent or mitigate future losses.</li></ul> <br><h3>SHE Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Ensure all employees comply fully with Section 14 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act: General duties of employees at work</li><li>It is your responsibility to ensure that you and your subordinates are familiar with the above section. A copy can be requested from the OHS Manager. Copies of the act are also available electronically on the Company’s home page. Summaries of the act are displayed throughout all departments in the Company.</li><li>Complete an incident report for any contravention of the Company’s health and safety rules and do a full investigation before submitting the form to the OHS Manager</li><li>You are further required to comply and ensure the compliance of your subordinates with all requirements of the Company’s quality management system applicable to your position and activities.</li></ul><p></p>

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications | Years of Experience

Qualifications

Grade 12 with maths
Degree/diploma in safety and environment engineering
OHSA 18001 or NOSA qualification. ISO 14001 will be required for environmental job functions.
Qualified systems auditor
Knowledge of BEEA, LRA, environmental and occupational health and safety legislation

Years of Experience

5 years of Manufacturing and process experience
3 years of administrative experience
3 years of Management experience
10 years of experience in all aspects of occupational health and safety

Skills and Competencies

Knowledge of SHE legislation and compliance
Risk assessment and hazard identification
Incident investigation and root cause analysis
Auditing and safety management systems
Leadership and team management
Safety culture development
Training and coaching
Strong communication and report writing
Emergency preparedness and response
Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Other Requirements

Attendance of legal workshops as amendments to existing or new acts occur
We could offer a contract of 3 months as well, depending on the situation, before considering a permanent appointment

About the Employer

The company is one of the leading manufacturers of specialised ‘critical to operating’ and recurring consumable products for the global mineral beneficiation, mining, and bulk solids handling industry. The company is the second largest producer of polymer-based mill liners, which are critical components in driving efficiency and lowering cost per ton of operation. It has manufacturing facilities in India, South Africa, Australia, and Chile, and exports its products and solutions to over 70 countries.