SHE Officer

The Safety Officer plays a critical role in supporting Lesedi Nuclear Services’ mission to nurture a culture of safety and quality, where safety is a non-negotiable core value. The position is responsible for ensuring that all regulatory Health & Safety compliance requirements relevant to assigned projects are met, developing, implementing, and improving health and safety files, programs, and procedures. The role involves identifying HSE-related training needs and ensuring all site activities are conducted in a safe and compliant manner in accordance with the OHS Act and Regulations. The Safety Officer serves as a key interface with internal departments and external stakeholders including Eskom, Renewables, and Government departments.

• Ensure full compliance with OH&S Act and client requirements across all project activities
• Accurately and continuously administer safety-related documentation
• Maintain all safety, health, and environmental records up to date and in proper order
• Ensure all documents are correctly filed and easily retrievable for audits and inspections
• Generate and maintain impacts and aspects registers for site activities

• Monitor project activities for compliance with approved safety plans
• Issue comprehensive reports indicating status of activities and project compliance
• Generate weekly safety reports for both outage and non-outage periods
• Document audits and site visits, highlighting areas of concern and improvement
• Report on subcontractor activities and levels of compliance
• Produce detailed audit reports and deviation reports with impact evaluations

• Ensure proper administration of incident reporting and investigation systems
• Issue and control the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) system
• Monitor corrective and preventative actions to ensure proper close-out
• Manage legal documents and statutory registers
• Report any client-raised issues with proposed action plans

• Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and generate corrective action plans
• Review safety documentation submitted by subcontractors and internal partners
• Review and analyze contractual safety changes and assess impact of modifications
• Ensure subcontractor adherence to project safety standards and procedures

• Conduct generic SHE training and provide in-house coaching on safety aspects
• Identify HSE-related training needs for project teams
• Deliver safety inductions and specialized safety training programs
• Support development of safety competency across all project levels

• Conduct internal audits and systematic checking of all SHE systems, lists, and files
• Liaise with clients and carry out review audits as required
• Support external audits and regulatory inspections
• Continuously improve SHE plans and recommend document updates as required

• Certificate or Diploma in Safety Management
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH certification
• SACPCMP Registration (South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions)
• SHEQ System Auditing certification (ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 45001)
• Qualification or relevant experience in regulatory requirements (Construction Regulations)
• H&S training and development certifications (Incident Management, Risk Management, First Aid)

• 3-5 years related experience in a similar Safety Officer position
• Experience on large Civil Engineering construction sites
• Proven track record in safety compliance and regulatory management
• Experience in incident investigation and safety auditing

 

• Comprehensive knowledge of OHS Act and other applicable safety legislation
• Understanding of construction regulations and industry-specific safety requirements
• Knowledge of SHEQ management systems and auditing principles
• Understanding of risk management and incident investigation methodologies
• Knowledge of environmental impact assessment and management
• Familiarity with client-specific safety requirements (Eskom, Renewables sector)
• Understanding of legal compliance requirements and statutory obligations

• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Report writing skills with ability to produce accurate and detailed documentation
• Strong communication skills for effective liaison at all organizational levels
• Problem-solving and analytical skills for incident investigation
• Auditing and assessment skills for compliance monitoring
• Training and presentation skills for safety education delivery
• Documentation and record-keeping skills for regulatory compliance
• Client interface and stakeholder management capabilities

• Methodical and systematic approach to safety management
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently without constant supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration
• Professional integrity and commitment to safety standards
• Proactive approach to identifying and addressing safety risks
• Attention to detail for accurate documentation and reporting
• Adaptability to work in dynamic construction environments
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to regulatory compliance
• Assertiveness when enforcing safety requirements
• Continuous improvement mindset for enhancing safety performance