Junior Safety Officer

A Health and Safety Company working predominately in the Construction Industry is looking for a Junior Health and Safety Officer to be based in Durban Town.Requirements for the position:Matric/Grade 12.Minimum two years' experience in the construction industry.Candidate CHSO Construction Health and Safety Officer – (SACPCMP) registration at a minimum. CHSO (Construction Health and Safety Officer) also accepted.Understanding of applicable legislation.IT literate (Excel/Word/PDF).Must be able to work to a deadline.Must be able to work nights (where applicable).Main Responsibilities (but not limited to these only):Keep up to date and ensure compliance with applicable legal & other requirements.Investigate health & safety incidents and accidents, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions where required.Conduct safety inspections and develop risk assessments for new activities and machinery.Report on health & safety related activities to Safety Consultants management.Compile statistics.Supervise clients' Health and Safety Representative.Conduct and lead health and safety meetings.Identify hazards and determine ways to reduce or eliminate risks in the workplace.Investigate health-related complaints and cases of ill health.Listen and investigate health and safety related issues from employees and address them with management.Identify hazardous waste, correct safe use, and the correct disposal thereof.Promote safety initiatives.Inspect equipment regularly for safe use.Obey any reasonable and lawful instruction from line management.SkillsStrong written and verbal communication skills.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Observation skills (attention to detail).Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with people at all levels.Other RequirementsMust have own reliable and fully insured vehicle.Clean criminal record.Reliable Wi-Fi and laptop.R20 000 (Cost to company).Please apply online or contact David on 021 – 531 2015 for more information.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesConstruction
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