SHE Officer (Port Elizabeth) at Aspen Pharma Group

Overview

• Develop, implement, and maintain the site's Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Management System to ensure legal compliance, minimise risk, and promote a safe and healthy working environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and internal SHE audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring, occupational hygiene surveys, waste management, and operational controls to maintain compliance with legal and ISO requirements.
• Develop, review, and maintain SHE procedures, work instructions, legal appointments, and Group SHE Standards.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including emergency response plans, drills, and business continuity actions.
• Monitor SHE performance by analysing trends, tracking objectives, and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Deliver SHE training and provide technical guidance to promote safe work practices and compliance across the site.
• Support SHE projects by conducting inspections, providing technical input, and coordinating resources required for implementation.
• Maintain accurate SHE records, reports, systems, and regulatory documentation to support compliance and decision-making.

Requirements

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) or Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
• Diploma or BSc in Engineering preferrable.
• Safety Management Training Course (SAMTRAC) or similar certification (SAFEPRAC/ NEBOSH IGC OHS)

Experience: 

• 2-4 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Industry, FMCG or related fields including Safety Management Information
• Experience in industry machinery, chemical safety and hazardous materials management including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards