Organisational Safety Business Partner at Empact Group

Job Description

• The purpose of the Organisational Safety Business Partner is to ensure that the organisation’s compliance with health and safety regulations and promoting a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. The Health and Safety Officer will work closely with the Regional Manager and employees to implement policies and procedures, conduct risk assessments, and provide training on health and safety best practices.

Education

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Health and Safety Tertiary qualification is preferred
• SAMTRAC Qualification is advantageous
• Environmental law (14001) and OHS (45001) is ideal

Experience and Competencies

• 3-5 years’ experience in Health and Safety
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices
• Proficiency in safety reporting and documentation tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying hazards and determining effective preventative measures
• Good numeric and administrative skills
• Good planning, leading, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Proactive and takes initiative
• Excellent people management skills
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Ability to work flexible hours as required 
• A valid driver’s license with own vehicle

Key Performance Areas

• Ensure compliance and governance of Health and Safety regulations
• Conduct safety inspections and audits on a frequent and regular basis.
• Compile risk assessments annually.
• Conduct regular Fire Prevention inspections.
• Ensure all safety signs and notices are prominently displayed at all sites.
• Ensure machinery is in good working order and maintained in accordance to OHS requirements.
• Ensure good housekeeping principles are maintained.
• Ensure monthly inspections are conducted.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements – OHS Act, Municipal By-laws, etc.

 Ensure policies and procedures are in place at all sites and adhered to

• Ensure adherence to group Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain site emergency evacuation plans.
• Maintain the accident and incident investigation programme.
• Ensure all registers and checklists are updated.
• Manage and coordinate administration related to Health and Safety.
• Submit and maintain IOD claims.
• Ensure sound maintenance of Occupational Health and Safety records at all sites.
• Ensure warnings are issued for non-adherence.
• Compile monthly Occupational Health and Safety reports.

Develop and maintain relationships

• Carry out job observations on high-risk activities and provide feedback.
• Chair quarterly safety meetings with the safety officers.
• Conduct toolbox talks at branch level.
• Coordinate all H&S training of employees.
• Ensure all legal appointments are fulfilling their duties.
• Inform and update Regional Manager on compliance levels of each business unit.
• Ensure that all suppliers and external consultants adhere to all Group Policies and Procedures.

Relationship Management

• Partner with divisions to ensure Organizational Safety exposure within the region.
• Manage integrated relationships between all divisions to drive ultimate productivity and partnerships.
• Proactively engage with GMs and RMs to build relationships within the region.