SAFETY OFFICER

Description:

REPORTING TO SITE/PROJECT MANAGERPOSITION OBJECTIVEThe candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining awareness programs relating to safety, health, and the environment. He or she will also conduct all the below functions to ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental requirements.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES/OUTCOMES1.Policy & Regulation MaintenanceMonitor compliance of company SHE policies and proceduresEnsure a safe working environment for all stakeholdersRaising health and safety awareness and reporting on key issues - Advise on provisions to minimize safety risksEnforce OHS policiesCollaborate with managers to ensure site complies with relevant safety legislation and regulations and identify safety issuesLiaise with and report to official regulatory bodies on OHS mattersAttend, participate and / or facilitate safety meetings including Safety Committee meetings and Toolbox Meetings2.Method Statements & Risk AssessmentsAssist with preparing method statements together with the relevant site management teams. Team’s meetings/meetings to be held to discuss suggested methods in detail to ensure full understanding of task steps.Prepare issue-based risk assessments in line with method statements and all related SHE documentation.Carry out continuous risk assessments for activities on site and in workshops.Monitor and assess unsafe conditions/behaviour and make recommendations to site management on how to avoid or mitigate these risks.Conduct Job Safety Observations to identify potential hazards in the workplace and mitigate the risks identified.3.SHE File Preparation & MaintenanceCompile and maintain SHE Files, all supporting documentation and the communication thereof.4.Site Safety InspectionsPerform daily site inspectionsCarry out safety corrective actions as a result of site inspections, investigations, or compliance requirementsIntervene in unsafe activities or operations and take action to correct unsafe conditions, performance, or actionsAccompany client, auditors, inspectors or other health and safety representativesReport accidents, unsafe conditions, and unsafe acts to site management5.Accident InvestigationRespond immediately to safety incidents / accidents ensuring risk mitigation strategies are implemented in a timely mannerSupport the incident management process in investigations, data gathering and reportingProvide input on corrective actions for all incidents, accidents or near misses6.Record KeepingAssist with internal and external audits, when requiredGeneral management of safety administration, as requiredMaintain and manage safety records, logbooks, registers, and documentation, as required7.TrainingProvide SHE training, awareness and inductions on site to employees, contractors, and other relevant parties.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSAMCPC Project and Construction Management. The South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) Registered.Grade 12Drivers License Code B (Code