Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Officer at Henwil Chickens Corporate

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations as well as amendments thereto.
• Ensure compliance with the (NEMA) National Environmental Management Act and related acts and regulations as well as amendments thereto.
• Implement and maintain policies and procedures aligned with relevant legislation, regulations and best practices and ensure adherence thereto.
• Manage and implement Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental management systems in accordance with ISO 14001 standard.
• Monitor and enforce safety, health and hygiene standards to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Conduct workplace and job specific safety inspections and risk assessments and implement appropriate risk and hazard control measures.
• Conduct investigations to identify root causes for accidents, incidents or near misses and implement appropriate preventative and corrective action.
• Conduct internal audits, participate in external audits, handle department of labour inspections/ investigations and make recommendations to management in terms of effectiveness of risk control measures, OHS compliance and ISO standards.
• Ensures relevant legislative training, certification, appointments, documentation, safety files, records etc. are completed and maintained.
• Oversee workplace repairs, installations etc. done by employees and contractors, to ensure work is conducted with the necessary training, certifications and permits to ensure a safe work environment and promote employees' safety.
• Implement, maintain and facilitate employee, contractor and visitors’ induction as well as employee training programs to ensure awareness of various OHSE related topics, protocols, rules, risks etc.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare regular reports for management and regulatory authorities on occupational health & safety and environmental related activities.
• Manage and implement fire prevention and emergency procedures and response plans for various scenarios and conduct drills and training sessions to ensure employees are prepared for emergencies.
• Administer and process injury on duty’s and assess the health status of persons involved in IOD’s or has ill health.
• Ensure implementation of and compliance to environmental licenses and authorisations.

Minimum Requirements

• A recognised tertiary qualification relevant to Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Management.
• Relevant certifications Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Management will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in the food processing industry.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of applicable health & safety and environmental legislation and regulations.
• Experience in writing and maintaining policies and procedures for health and safety practices will be an advantage.
• Experience in the implementation and management of ISO and OHSE systems.
• Systems implementation and Internal Auditor training in ISO 14001 will be advantageous.
• Working experience and knowledge of ISO 14001.
• Ability to control an Emergency Room and perform basic life support and medical procedures on injured or ill persons.
• Task driven and deadline orientated with excellent planning, organising and time management skills as well as the ability to work on own initiative and initiate actions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with diverse employees at all levels.
• Ability to analyse complex issues, propose practical solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Meticulous attention to detail an accurate working ability in ensuring compliance and maintaining accurate records.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of safety management information systems.
• Valid driver’s license.