Hire Resolve is currently seeking a Safety Officer for their client, a compliant and reliable company specializing in heavy-lifting and electrical solutions. As a Safety Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to OSH regulations, detail-oriented, and capable of quick and effective action during emergencies. The goal is to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.


Responsibilities

• Supporting the development of OHS policies and programs.
• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics such as noise levels and the use of machinery.
• Conducting risk assessments and enforcing preventative measures.
• Reviewing existing policies and measures, and updating them according to legislation.
• Overseeing installations, maintenance, and disposal of substances.
• Stopping any unsafe acts or processes that appear dangerous or unhealthy.
• Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity, such as failure to use protective equipment.
• Facilitating safety training programs for employees to ensure understanding and compliance with safety protocols.
• Investigating accidents or incidents to determine causes and recommend preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

Requirements

• Holding a degree in safety management, engineering, or a related field is preferred; relevant work experience and certifications such as SACAMP accreditation are also valued.
  
• Proven experience as a Safety Officer, demonstrating a track record in implementing and maintaining health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices relevant to heavy-lifting and electrical operations.
• Experience in writing comprehensive reports and policies for health and safety management.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics related to safety metrics.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with safety management information systems (SMIS) is advantageous.
• Outstanding organizational skills with a meticulous attention to detail to ensure thorough compliance and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively present and explain health and safety topics to diverse audiences.
  

Benefits

• Salary negotiable

 

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move

• Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
• When applying via email please use "Safety Officer" as the subject line.

We will contact you telephonically in 7 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise if they match your profile.