Health and Safety Manager

Minimum requirements: Qualifications: - National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field - Registration with the South African Board for Occupational Health and Safety Practitioners (SABOHSP) at the appropriate level - Relevant industry certifications (e.g., NEBOSH International General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely) - First Aid and CPR certification Skills: - Technical Skills: o In-depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) 85 of 1993 and its regulations o Ability to conduct risk assessments using recognized methodologies (e.g., Hierarchy of Controls) o Knowledge of hazard identification and control methods specific to the engineering industry o Understanding of engineering principles and practices o Proficiency in using safety management software and tools Communication Skills : o Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English o Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to all levels of employees o Strong interpersonal and presentation skills o Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders Other Skills: o Strong analytical and problem-solving skills o Ability to work independently and as part of a team o Attention to detail and accuracy o Proactive and results-oriented approach o Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively Duties of a Health and Safety Manager - Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures: Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry standards. - Conduct risk assessments: Identify potential hazards and assess the associated risks. - Develop and implement control measures: Implement appropriate measures to eliminate or minimize risks. - Prepare and maintain safety documentation: Compile and maintain safety files, including risk assessments, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and incident reports. - Conduct safety inspections and audits: Regularly inspect workplaces and conduct safety audits to identify potential hazards. - Investigate accidents and incidents: Investigate all accidents and incidents to determine the root cause and implement corrective actions. - Provide safety training and education: Conduct safety training sessions for employees to raise awareness of health and safety issues. - Manage emergency preparedness and response: Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures. - Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs: Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and make necessary adjustments. - Promote a positive safety culture: Encourage a proactive and positive safety culture throughout the organization. Specific Duties Related to Compiling Risk Assessments, SWPs, and Safety Files: - Risk Assessments: o Conduct thorough risk assessments for all work activities, including identifying potential hazards, assessing the likelihood and severity of risks, and implementing control measures. o Ensure that risk assessments are regularly reviewed and updated as needed. - Safe Work Procedures (SWPs): o Develop SWPs for all high-risk work activities, including identifying potential hazards, control measures, and emergency procedures. o Ensure that SWPs are followed by all employees involved in the work activity. - Safety Files: o Maintain comprehensive safety files for both in-house and site operations. o Ensure that all safety documentation is up-to-date and readily accessible. o Regularly review and update safety files as needed. Consultant: Angie Botes - Dante Personnel Greenstone

Location: Cosmo City, ZA

Posted Date: 1/10/2025