Health & Safety Specialist at DSV

Qualification(s):

• A diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or related Safety management qualification SAMTRAC, SHEMTRAC, Modern SHEQ Risk Management or NEBOSH.
• SACPCMP or SAIOSH registration will be an advantage. 

Computer Skills:

• Highly proficient in Excel/ PowerPoint for data management and reporting.
• Strong computer skills and expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and Access.

Job-related Requirements:

• Experience: 2–5 years of proven experience as a SHE Officer (or similar role) within manufacturing, construction, automotive, or warehouse environments is essential.
• Risk Management: Prior experience in conducting Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) is essential.
• Auditing: Previous experience conducting internal audits is required.
• Transportation: Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable personal vehicle.
• Incident Analysis: Proficient in root cause analysis and incident investigation methodologies.
• Legislative Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, standards, and procedures.
• ISO Standards: Previous experience with ISO standards management systems. (ISO 45001; ISO 14001; ISO 900)
• Compliance Expertise: Extensive knowledge of safety compliance standards and best practices.

ADDED ADVANTAGES FOR THIS ROLE:

• Time Management: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of working collaboratively across teams.
• Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage diverse teams with strong interpersonal and people management skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work extended hours during weekdays and weekends as required.
• Independence: Capable of operating independently with strong operational insight and decision-making ability.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively under pressure.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE :

• Responsible for supporting compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Oversees and monitors safety and environmental functions to ensure legal and operational compliance within the business unit.
• Ensures client, and performance standards are met while aligning operations with company policies, strategic goals, and continuous improvement initiatives.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Implement, maintain, and align the company's safety management systems with business objectives.
• Ensure legal compliance through regular audits, surveys, and risk assessments (HIRA).
• Develop and update risk assessments, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and Single Point Lessons.
• Schedule and document Health & Safety Committee meetings and representative inspections.
• Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with COIDA for IODs.
• Analyse incident data and trends to improve safety practices and reduce risks.
• Conduct regular SHE inspections and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Roll out and facilitate HSE initiatives, including safety inductions and technical guidance, to enhance awareness and proactively identify and mitigate risks on-site.
• Deliver safety training on policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Roll out and facilitate HSE initiatives, including safety inductions and technical guidance, to enhance awareness and proactively identify and mitigate risks on-site.
• Liaise with external stakeholders and benchmark safety best practices
• Provide SHE advice to management, employees, and contractors.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and interpret safety statistics.
• Attend internal/customer meetings and provide operational SHE feedbacks.
• Ensure compliance with material handling guidelines and PPE standards.
• Assess and advise on safety and ergonomics for current operations and future MP&L changes.
• Support plant layout reviews, product change assessments, and logistics process improvements.
• Monitor and resolve design and process issues in MP&L operations.
• Conduct risk assessments for chemical handling, storage, and transport.
• Implement ergonomic controls across various job categories.
• Identify hazards related to machinery and equipment; enforce safety controls.
• Apply fire prevention and explosion control principles; ensure fire safety measures.
• Manage environmental risks, waste disposal, and workplace audits.
• Maintain and communicate the plant's emergency response plan, ensuring readiness through regular training and drills for emergency response teams.

Operational Performance:  

• Delivering on client and internal continuous improvement requirements and driving Lean culture. 
• Customer dissatisfaction process analyses failures with regards to deliveries, client complaints, damages etc. to determine root cause and corrective     actions.
• Follow through on corrective actions and close the Corrective and Preventative Actions Process

Job Information:

• High level of emotional intelligence and maturity to manage multiple levels of stakeholders’ expectations within the client’s environment.
• Initiative to act proactively in an ever-changing client environment.  
• Assertiveness, clients changing needs/demands must be managed firmly and tactfully 
• High degree of common sense to understand implications of actions as well as failure to act, and enough initiative to act proactively when required 
• Deadline driven and can work with little to no supervision to achieve objectives
• Organized with structured approach
• Report writing skills