We are seeking a qualified and experienced Safety Officer to join our team in Durban.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment on construction sites, and for implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures.
Key ResponsibilitiesSafety Planning: Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, including risk assessments and hazard identification.Safety Inspections: Conduct regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.Safety Training: Provide safety training and inductions to employees, contractors, and visitors.Incident Investigation: Investigate incidents and accidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.Safety Reporting: Prepare and submit safety reports, including incident reports, safety statistics, and compliance reports.Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant safety legislation, regulations, and standards, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders, including employees, contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities.Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, as well as strong attention to detail and organizational skills RequirementsQualifications: National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (or relevant field)Registration: Registered with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Safety OfficerExperience: 2 years of experience in a safety officer role, preferably in the construction industryKnowledge: In-depth knowledge of:Occupational health and safety principles and practicesSafety legislation, regulations, and standardsConstruction safety managementRisk assessment and hazard identification