Health and Safety Manager (Fixed Term) at The Coca-Cola Company

Job Description    

• Coca Cola Beverages South Africa has an exciting opportunity in the Manufacturing & Technical Department. We are looking for a seasoned individual with necessary skills & experience for a Health & Saftey Manager (Fixed Term) role reporting into the Health & Safety Lead.

Functional Capabilitie

• Health & Safety Compliance Management
• Safety Systems Implementation (e.g., ISO 45001)
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Accident & Incident Investigation and Reporting
• Training and Capacity Building
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Regulatory and Corporate Reporting
• Audit and Inspection Coordination
• Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership
• Data Analysis and KPI Management

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outcomes

Health and Safety Strategy Execution

• Implement national H&S strategies at the plant in alignment with corporate objectives and legislative requirements.
• Lead the local implementation of KORE and ISO 45001 systems.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Conduct regular risk assessments and update site-specific risk registers.
• Monitor adherence to legal and company standards and drive corrective actions where gaps exist.
• Ensure readiness for Department of Labour inspections and external audits.

Audit Management

• Prepare for, facilitate, and follow up on internal and external audits (e.g., KORE, ISO 45001).
• Track and close out audit findings effectively.

Incident Management

• Lead investigations for all incidents and near misses, using root cause analysis tools (RCA, 5 Whys).
• Ensure prompt implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Training and Capacity Building

• Manage and facilitate H&S training for all plant personnel, contractors, and visitors.
• Ensure accurate training records are maintained.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Maintain and report on H&S KPIs, trends, and action plans to plant leadership and Head Office.
• Use data insights to identify focus areas and drive proactive interventions.

Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Develop and test emergency plans and procedures in line with regulatory and internal standards.
• Coordinate with security and local emergency services.

People Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage the performance of the Health and Safety Controller and Administrator.
• Promote a safety-first mindset through coaching and on-the-floor engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, QSE, HR, and other departments to embed safety in operations.
• Represent the site in national H&S forums and initiatives.

KBI

• Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)
• Recordable Incident Rate (RIR)
• Near Miss Reporting Rate
• Audit and Inspection Compliance Rate
• Corrective Action Closure Rate
• Training Completion %
• Safety Observation Participation Rate
• Regulatory Compliance Score

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering or related field (required)
• SAMTRAC / NEBOSH Certificate / relevant OHS certifications (required)
• ISO 45001 Auditor Training (advantageous)Registration with a professional body such as SACPCMP (CHSM/CHSO) or IOSH (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in an H&S role within manufacturing, preferably FMCG or food & beverage industry
• Demonstrated success in implementing safety systems and driving culture change in a plant environment
• Strong experience managing safety teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience working with contractors and third-party compliance frameworks.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of South African health and safety legislation and standards
• Familiarity with Coca-Cola KORE or other globally recognized safety management systems
• Strong proficiency in conducting root cause analyses and implementing CAPA
• Competence in safety risk assessments, JHAs, permit-to-work systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
• Ability to use safety management software and tools
• Strong MS Office proficiency

Deadline:21st November,2025