Project Safety Officer at Stefanutti Stocks

Description

Mechanical & Electrical Operations embark on a process of career path development and succession planning. In order to achieve this our Mechanical & Electrical Discipline requires the services of a Project Safety Officer . The position requires:  

• Implement and monitor safety, health and environment, and wellness management activities and systems to maintain SHE functions and regulatory compliance in accordance with Company and Project SHE management systems. Support the Project Safety Manager and Project Construction Manager in ensuring compliance to Company, Project and statutory requirements.

Requirements
Job Responsibilities:

• Implement project SHE plans and documentation to ensure compliance to Company and Project SHE management systems and statutory requirements under the guidance of the Project SHE manager.
• Facilitate, record, and review the project HIRA processes.
• Promote change management processes.
• Maintain a project SHE management system and supporting records that validates compliance to Company and Project SHE management system and statutory requirements.
• Assist with the legal and functional appointment process to ensure employees are aware of their roles and responsibilities regarding SHE compliance.
• Assist with the project on-boarding processes and maintain records thereof in accordance with Company and Project processes and systems.
• Assist with the implementation of training and awareness programs according to Company and Project requirements to educate employees on SHE requirements and compliance thereto.
• Maintain competency records of employees in relation to company and project processes.
• Participate in SHE communication structures and systems.
• Compile and communicate SHE reports as required by Company and Project SHE management systems and processes.
• Generate and communicate project reports and statistics to the Project SHE manager.
• Maintain both hard copy and electronic SHE records in accordance with Company and Project SHE management system requirements.
• Understand plant and equipment operation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Understand operational activities and processes.
• Practice pro-active Visible Felt Leadership and coaching to prevent unnecessary work stoppages.
• Manage human resources under your control to ensure efficiency and development.
• Assess and assist sub-contractors with SHE compliance and documentation.
• Participate in the development and testing of project specific emergency response and preparedness plans.
• Participate in auditing and monitoring programs and conduct safety inspections and audits accordingly.
• Participate in the reporting, investigating, closeout and analysis of project related incidents.
• Promote SHE culture maturity.
• Be seen to walk the talk.

Academic Qualification:  

• certificate construction experience
•   Medical fitness certificate
•   Health and Safety Representative
•   SAMTRAC / MSRM (or equivalent)
•   Legal Liability
•   HIRA
•   Construction Supervision (IRCON or similar)
•   Root Cause Investigation Technique (RCAT or similar)
•   First aid level 2
•   Basic fire fighting
•   Working at Heights
•   Fall Protection and Rescue
•   Handling of Hazardous Chemicals
•   OHSAS 18001 Awareness (Health & Safety)
•   ISO 14001 Awareness (Environmental)

Experience  

• Relative operational experience - 2 years post
• A sound understanding of the construction industry
• Knowledge of applicable and relevant legal requirements (SHE)
• Understanding Construction Process
• Knowledge of SHE related Codes of Practices & Procedures
• Workable knowledge of SHE Disciplines
• Good knowledge of business risk and Occupational SHE risk assessment and philosophy
• Good Knowledge of Anglo American SHE Programs and Operations.
• Knowledge of Organisational Structures, Standards and guidelines

Personal Qualities

• Assertiveness show balanced respectful  behaviour.
• Resilience 
•  Enthusiasm 
• Value Based behaviour 
• Loyalty and commitment to the company and its policies and values.
• Punctuality                                          
• Ownership of decisions made               
• Good people skills                      
• Pro-activeness
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.