Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner at Free State Department of Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism and Environmental

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ Diploma as recognised by SAQA in Occupational Health and Safety Occupational Hygiene/ Safety Management/ Environmental Health. SAMTRAC Certificate is essential.
• At least two years’ experience in dealing with SHERQ Management under employee Health and Wellness Programme (EHWP) is essential. Registration with EAPA-SA Professional Association. 

DUTIES :

• Develop and ensure implementation of the requirements of the SHERQ Management Pillar that is inclusive of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993 and other OHS related policies.
• Administer the implementation of the ISO Assessment Series Certification process, which include OHSAS 18001. Hazard identification and risk management. Incident investigations. Conduct health and safety inspections and ensure compliance with OHS standards.
• Communicate all safety related matters to employees and related stakeholders. Ensure availability of Occupational Health and Safety equipment and maintenance thereof.
• Develop and put in place plans to deal with natural perils and disaster i.e Contingency Plans, Emergency Procedures, Evacuation Procedures and Fire Drills. Identify SHE hazards and risks trends within the department and provide mitigation measures.