Safety Officer at Distell

Job description

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position in the Health, Safety & Environmental Department, based at Adam Tas in Stellenbosch. The successful incumbent will report to the HSE Manager.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

Implementation and maintenance of Risk Management, which entails:

• gaining thorough knowledge of all elements pertaining to the Risk Management Program System to ensure compliance with relevant legislation;
• conducting hazard identification, risk assessments and audits;
• liaising with all departmental heads on Health & Safety related matters.
• Co-ordinating all Health & Safety related training in order to adhere to relevant legislation (e.g. OHS Act, etc)
• Ensuring the optimal functioning of the Health & Safety Committee
• Regular and informative communication with all staff to create awareness and ensure compliance to Health & Safety rules and regulations
• Recording accidents, incidents and losses whilst ensuring that the required reporting, investigations and corrective actions are taken by relevant parties
• Performing detailed recordkeeping to ensure traceability and legal compliance with regard to Safety Standards
• Exercise due control over all contractors on site including induction and the maintenance of contractor files and a system for contractor access and inspections whilst on site
• Drafting, maintaining and updating relevant policies and procedures as required
• Performing standby duties and conducting site visits which include emergency call outs as agreed upon
• Active participation in world class workplace practices. Take full responsibility for and drive safety related targets
• Provide advice and support with regards departmental Hazard identification and assessment systems and the implementation of safe work procedures where applicable
• Operate a system where safety related elements are audited and assessed over a reoccurring twelve month period

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Health, Safety & Risk
• A relevant SAMTRAC qualification
• Minimum 2 - 3 years relevant working experience in a similar capacity within a Health & Safety and/or Security & Risk environment
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. OHS Act, etc)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to ensure effective interaction with individuals on all levels
• Computer literate in the Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint)
• Proven ability to plan, organize, co-ordinate, facilitate and evaluate initiatives
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Must be pro-active and assertive to ensure compliance to rules and regulations
• An unendorsed and valid driving licence (Code B)
• Own or reliable transport to and from work
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position
• Willingness and ability to perform standby duties and conduct site and emergency visits after hours
• Ability to co-ordinate meetings effectively at all levels of the organisation
• Must be a motivator and positive thinker and solution oriented when faced with challenges

Applications Process

If you are interested and meet all requirements, kindly log onto Distell’s Careers Page: in order to register and apply on-line.

Reference number: 6562 Closing Date: 8 June 2017