Johannesburg: Senior SHERQ Manager – Engineering Industry posted by Hire Resolve

About the Role

Hire Resolve’s client in the Engineering sector is urgently seeking the expertise of a Senior Manager: Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) in South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive SHERQ management systems, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive SHERQ management systems, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements.
• Achieve and maintain certifications in health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards, environmental impacts, and quality gaps, developing mitigation strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives that enhance safety, health, environmental performance, and quality excellence.
• Provide expert advice and training to project teams on SHERQ matters, ensuring all employees are aware of and comply with SHERQ policies and procedures.
• Oversee incident investigations, ensuring that root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SHERQ documentation and records.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure SHERQ requirements are met and exceeded.
• Produce SHERQ-related documents for tender submissions.
• Lead projects from a SHERQ perspective from initiation, proposals, planning, and execution.
• Work inside the Groups SHERQ system which is governed by the Groups IMS.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in or equivalent qualification (NQF 7) in SHEQ fields. A Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) will be advantageous.
• Professional certifications in health and safety (e.g., SACPCMP) or environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).
• Minimum of 10 years experience in SHERQ management within the construction, engineering, or energy sectors, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing SHERQ strategies, policies, and procedures in compliance with local and international standards.
• Proficient in risk management practices and techniques, with the ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and audits.
• Extensive knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership capabilities and the ability to drive SHERQ culture across the organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Report writing and statistical presentation skills.
• Proficient Computer literacy skills, e.g., Word, Advance Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• A valid drivers license with own transport.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Negotiable based on experience.