Junior Safety Officer

SUMMARY:
A client of ours within the Fire Protection Services is looking for a qualified Junior Safety Officer to join their dynamic team.

POSITION INFO:
Location
Johannesburg South

Requirements: 

• OHS Act Training: Understanding the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• HIRA: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Incident Investigation: Learning how to report and evaluate workplace accidents
• Formal Safety Qualifications (SAMTRAC, NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC), Occupational Certificate (OHS Practitioner - SAQA ID: 121929)

• Hazard Identification & Risk Management
  • Risk Assessments: Identify potential workplace hazards and assess the associated risks.
  • Site Inspections: Conduct routine walkthroughs to spot unsafe practices, faulty equipment, or dangerous conditions.
  • Mitigation: Develop and implement practical controls (like guards, barricades, or ventilation) to mitigate identified risks before injuries occur
• Compliance & Policy Enforcement
  • Regulatory Adherence: Ensure the workplace meets occupational health and safety standards.
  • Policy Development: Draft, update, and communicate safety manuals, procedures, and emergency response plans.
  • Enforcement: Ensure that employees and contractors use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adhere to safe work practices
• Incident Investigation & Reporting
  • Root Cause Analysis: Investigate the root causes of accidents, injuries, and near-misses.
  • Corrective Actions: Formulate strategies to prevent a recurrence of the incident.
  • Documentation: Keep meticulous records of all safety meetings, equipment inspections, and incident reports.