Health And Safety Officer at BKB Ltd

Job Description

Here at BKB, we want to do things differently. We have to, because the world is changing, and we want to keep up. Our people, no matter their position, are the ones to do this. We are looking for forward thinkers who want to make a difference.

Main purpose of role is to manage and implement the Health & Safety Program at BKB Wool and Mohair in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety act 85 of 1993.

Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements as per OHS act 85 of 1993
• Knowledge of training in ISO 9001 / 14001
• In debt knowledge of ISO
• Valid driver licence
• Good computer literacy especially Microsoft Office
• Fluent in English (Read, write, speak)

Experience

• 1-3yr working experience as a Health & Safety Officer or similar.

Skills

• Good planning and organisational skills
• Good people skills
• Ability to motivate others.
• Teamworking skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making ability

Competencies              

• Pressure resilient
• Tenacious
• Accurate
• Problem analysis
• Team player
• Committed
• Attention to detail
• Rules driven

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure compliance with all Health and safety documents.
• Ensure a professional health and safety system which is ready for audits.
• Health and safety training and staff compliance. To ensure a workforce who understands/ adhere the Health and Safety requirements.
• Health and safety appointments To ensure that appointed staff perform their duties as required.
• Health and safety meetings and communication. Conduct meetings at prescribed intervals as per Company Policy.
• Accidents and incidents. Ensure all accidents and incidents are investigated, reported, managed and registered according to legal requirements.
• Health and safety inspections. Conduct site inspection, identify gaps and implement action plans to rectify.
• ISO: 9001 / 14001. To maintain the IMS and ensure it is updated and maintained for audit purpose.