Western Cape: SAMTRAC SHEQ Officer – Manufacturing Sector posted by West Coast Personnel

• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and related legislation.
• Schedule and manage external audits, risk assessments, and medical surveillance.
• Maintain and update the company’s Health & Safety Management System and environmental plans.
• Enforce legal and company SHEQ requirements across all departments and contractors.

Management Systems:

• Conduct workplace inspections and safety checks, mitigating risks proactively.
• Draft, review and update SHEQ policies and procedures based on audit findings.
• Manage ISO documentation, safety files and internal audits.
• Lead emergency response planning, waste management and 6S implementation.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.

Incident & Reporting:

• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses and report to relevant authorities where necessary.
• Prepare and present SHE performance reports, statistics and corrective action plans.
• Manage HIRA assessments and ensure risk profiles are up to date.

 
Training & Awareness:

• Identify and coordinate safety-related training (first aid, firefighting, forklift, safety reps, etc.).
• Conduct safety inductions for employees, contractors and visitors.
• Promote SHE awareness through toolbox talks, posters and ongoing communication.

What You’ll Bring:

• Matric (Grade 12) essential.
• SAMTRAC / NEBOSH certification or equivalent SHE qualification.
• SO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 implementation and auditing experience.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a SHEQ role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong report writing, auditing and communication skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite).
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to work independently.