Safety Officer

Our client has an opportunity available for a Safety Officer.
Requirements:

Certification: Safety Practitioner
Educational: At least a National Diploma in Safety Management or equivalent
Experience: 5 years in a similar heavy-duty plant and machinery environment
Skills: Experienced in Safety Management and Accreditation processes, MS Office proficiency, above average communication skills with different levels of Management and Employees
Physical: Comfortable working at heights and walking on gratings several stories high, free of asthma and related illnesses, physically fit

Responsibilities:

Attend, arrange, plan, and maintain regularity of Safety meetings in Maintenance and Operations Departments
Obtain the MSDS's for the different raw materials handled and used in plants and ensure their safe use
Carry out inspections, record findings, and assist departments in using safety equipment
Ensure safety equipment complies with the requirements of the OHS act
Investigate, inspect, draw up safety procedures, and train employees in handling raw materials
Monitor the application and execution of safe work procedures by all employees
Record Safety Audits and Inspections carried out on plants and submit reports to Management quarterly
Establish an alphabetic and numeric logical numbering system for the Safety Department
Plan and arrange training for all employees in the safe use of equipment, machinery, and plant
Ensure employees' safety training records are up to date
Work closely with the HR Department regarding training arrangements and record-keeping
Ensure all contractors and employees undergo induction training and arrange refresher courses when necessary

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