HSEQ Officer - Normet Africa at Normet

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Implement and monitor all HSE management systems including, but not limited to HSE guidelines, objectives and practices.
• Schedule and execute audits to identify areas of improvement and implement measures as required.
• Carry out risk assessments on a continuous basis.
• Provide HSE training, awareness and induction to staff, contractors and other relevant parties.
• Engage with staff, contractors and other relevant parties with respect to HSE matters.
• Keep HSE statistical records, such as incidents, accidents, near-misses and update systems
• Keep HSE registers up to date, including renewals of permits, licenses, etc.
• Compile monthly site HSE reports.
• Have first line responsibility for incident investigations, including but not limited to investigating, making initial recommendations and putting measures in place to prevent reoccurrence.
• Assist Engineering Manager to implement accident-prevention and environmental impact activities
• Implement emergency and crisis management plans
• Compile an annual Audit Plan and submit to manager for approval and ensure that Audits are performed as per the approved Audit Plan.
• Manage and maintain the HSE Reporting (CRM) system and conduct trend analysis of incidents
• Participate in developing HSEQ CoP’s, Policies, Standards and Procedures.
• Effective self-management in alignment with Normet values and leadership initiatives

Minimum requirements

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant HSE legislation (OHS Act and Regulations, etc.), environmental regulations and plant safety
• Highly effective verbal communication skills, including influencing without depending on positional authority
• Very good written communication skills; clear expression of ideas or information
• Good inter-personal skills; able to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders, to accomplish organizational goals and identify and resolve problems.
• Five years’ experience as a Safety / Risk Officer
• Experience in HSEQ Auditing

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Degree / Diploma in Safety, Risk, Health, Environment, Quality, Hygiene or Training Management
• Valid Code 08 Drivers' licence
• Knowledge of relevant ISO standards (9001, 14001 and 45000)