Risk and Legal Compliance Manager (SHERQ) at The Key Recruitment Group

About the job

• Well-established manufacturer is looking to employ a suitable experienced and qualified SHERQ Manager to be based at their Head Office in Pietermaritzburg.
• coordination and implementation of SHERQ management systems and legal compliance programs within the organization. 
• ensure adherence to South African legal frameworks, including health and safety regulations, environmental legislation, risk management practices, and other compliance obligations. 
• work closely with operational and management teams to foster a culture of safety, sustainability, and legal compliance while minimizing risks to people, assets, the business and the environment. 

For the position you would be required to have: 

• LLB / BSc / BSc Agric: with focus on Environmental Science,
• Honours/Masters with focus on Environmental Law preferred. 
• SHEQ Safety Officer/Manager Certificate (SHE Rep preferred). 
• HIRA or Incident Investigation Certificate. 
• Quality systems certification. 
• ISO Auditor Qualification (9001, 14001) certificate. 
• FSC Auditor Qualification (or similar forestry QMS) certificate. 
• Computer literate in Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities would include you to: 

• Manage and control all activities related to safety and health at all locations 
• Ensure the company complies with the environmental laws at all locations 
• Assume overall accountability for risk management within the company 
• Ensure full compliance with South African laws and regulations, and where applicable any international laws. 
• Prepare and submit reports to management, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders on SHERQ and legal compliance. 
• Coordinate internal and external audits on safety, environmental, quality management and legal compliance. 
• Engage with regulatory bodies, government departments, and local communities to address concerns related to safety, environmental impact, and legal compliance. 
• Provide effective leadership of staff.