A well-established civil engineering group operating multiple concurrent sites around Cape Town, is currently seeking a Health and Safety Officer based in Cape Town (CPT).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Health & Safety (H&S) management systems for the group of companies, in alignment with ISO management system requirements.

• Generate Health & Safety Files for contract works.

• Conduct risk assessments for contract and emergency works and design/control mitigation measures.

• Investigate all incidents and accidents; report findings in an advisory role to the Compliance Manager.

• Liaise with Clients, Principal Contractors, Sub-contractors etc. to ensure full compliance with H&S standards.

• Perform compliance audits of contractors, site conditions and H&S systems.

• Lead H&S Committee meetings across all sites to address all health & safety related matters.

• Conduct site inspections using online platforms; action any findings appropriately.

• Compile and maintain all required H&S documentation, including:

  • Site-specific Safety Plans

  • Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments

  • Fall Protection Plans

  • Method Statements

  • Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Emergency Preparedness Instructions

  • Any other required documents.

• Identify training requirements and scarce skills within the workforce; conduct internal training where needed.

Requirements

• Extended, current knowledge of health & safety legislation and related Acts.

• Relevant qualification in H&S or related field.

• SACPCMP CHSO registration.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a civil engineering environment, managing multiple sites in different locations.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• High professional standard, reliability and the ability to work both physically on sites and administratively.

Benefits

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• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lisa Meyer at [email protected]
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•  We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.