OIHS Technician/ Safety Officer - Rosslyn at Impact

Job Description

• We are seeking a qualified OIHS (Occupational Injury and Health Services) Technician to join our team. The technician will be responsible for conducting on-site evaluations and assessments of workplace environments to identify potential hazards and risks.
• The technician will also assist in developing safety protocols and procedures to mitigate these risks and ensure employee health and safety for assisting the SHE Coordinator with planning, implementing and overseeing company's employee safety at work.
• Their main duty is to ensure that the company complies and adheres to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to reduce work-related injuries. Hence, the main goal will be to ensure safe working environment and prevent any injuries and accidents on job and off job.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the implementation of company’s core values, rules and regulations.
• Assist with relevant safety training to employees and contractors
• Advise and assist employees on various safety-related topics
• Check and verify that all the employees are acting in adherence with rules and regulations
• Review and update existing safety programs, standards and procedures
• Assist that all necessary Standard Operating procedures (SOPs)/work instructions are in place.
• Assist with new employee on-boarding process for safety
• Work with integrated health services to ensure timely medical examinations are conducted and follow up where applicable.
• Assist with risk assessment, identify safety bottlenecks and offer timely solutions
• Assist with necessary audits and assessments
• Assist with verification of corrective actions and leveraging preventative actions
• Assist with root cause investigations following a defined methodology
• Perform other safety duties and responsibilities as ordered by line manager

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience
• Safety Experience and Knowledge
• SAMTRAC-NOSA course
• Minimum of Grade12/Matric
• Valid Driver’s license
• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Computer aptitude including use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principle such as 5S and Continuous Improvement will be an advantage.