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Health, Safety & Environmental Officer

Durban – Kwa Zulu Natal – South Africa
4 days ago
Application ends: November 3, 2024
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Deadline date:
November 3, 2024

Job Description


Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards within a manufacturing environment.
 
Key responsibilities include maintaining site safety through inspections, conducting risk assessments, managing incident investigations, and overseeing the Health and Safety Management System.
 
A tertiary diploma in a Chemical Engineering-related field and SAMTRAC certification are required and are essential.
 
Additional qualifications, such as HIRA, Incident Investigation, and ISO 14001 training, are advantageous.
 
The role requires three years of post-graduation experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a chemical processing plant.
 
Strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and knowledge of Isometrix are essential. High ethical standards, teamwork, and reliability are also crucial attributes
 
You will ensure adherence to occupational health and safety regulations, coordinate safety training, manage PPE issuance, and ensure contractor compliance. In addition to organising safety committee meetings and conduct regular safety observations.
 
Environmental duties include managing the Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001, conducting audits, coordinating environmental monitoring, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. You will oversee environmental projects, participate in external audits, generate EMS reports, and conducts risk assessments.