SHERQ Coordinator- KZN at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    

• The SHERQ Coordinator is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and RTMS across multiple operational sites.
• The role supports compliance through audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, documentation control, training, SHERQ reporting, and continuous improvement.
• This position ensures SHERQ standards are embedded in all depot operations and drives a culture of safety, quality, and compliance.

Minimum Requirements    

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Diploma/Degree in Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management – Essential
• SAMTRAC or equivalent certification
• ISO (9001/14001/45001) certification – Essential
• RTMS knowledge – Advantageous

Experience

• 3–5 years in a SHERQ role
• Experience in ISO & RTMS implementation
• Experience conducting internal audits across multiple sites
• Strong background in incident investigation and SHERQ training

Skills and Competencies

Technical

• ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 & RTMS knowledge
• Internal auditing & report writing
• Risk assessment & environmental assessment
• Incident investigation & root cause analysis
• In-depth knowledge of OHS Act, NEMA, COID, NRTA
• MS Office & SHERQ systems

Soft Skills

• Strong communication & presentation skills
• High attention to detail & accuracy
• Strong organisational and planning ability
• Conflict resolution & decision-making
• Problem-solving and analytical orientation
• Ability to train and engage staff at all levels
• Proactive, reliable, and self-motivated

Behavioural

• Ethical and professional conduct
• Accountability & responsibility
• Results-driven & improvement-oriented
• Teamwork and stakeholder collaboration
• Safety-first mindset
• Adaptability in dynamic environments

Duties & Responsibilities    

Key Responsibilities

SHERQ Compliance & System Management

• Implement, maintain, and enforce ISO and RTMS requirements across sites.
• Maintain SHERQ procedures, templates, document control, and electronic systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and legislation.
• Review and update SHERQ policies, procedures, legal registers, and system documentation.
• Participate in the development, planning and roll-out of various on-site SHERQ initiatives, campaigns, etc. and monitor implementation in area of accountability taking remedial actions as required to maintain momentum
• Draft, collate and present relevant SHERQ topics for cascading through area of accountability
• Conduct scheduled and ad hoc SHERQ inspections and compile safety, risk assessment and audit reports for presentation and/or submission to operational leadership and the Safety Department highlighting any areas of best practice application and/or concern
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on SHERQ related matters

Auditing & Monitoring

• Conduct internal audits and support external audits and accreditations.
• Track, log, and close out audit findings and corrective actions.
• Conduct contractor and service provider compliance audits.
• Perform daily site inspections and monitor operational safety compliance.
• Monitor and evaluate inspections completed by employees and legal appointees.

Incident, Accident & Risk Management

• Secure accident/incident scenes and lead investigations supporting operations.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Capture and close out incident/accident reports on SHEQX and Uniflow timeously.
• Capture and analyse near-miss reports and trends.
• Identify at-risk behaviours, unsafe processes, and operational hazards.
• Advise management on risk controls, mitigation actions, and behavioural gaps.
• Recommend and drive Change Management processes where required.
• Support risk, environmental, health, and quality assessments along with operations and employees.
• Lead the development of new HIRA documentation and review existing versions for effectiveness.
• Participate in accident processes and ensure legal reporting requirements are met.

Equipment, Machinery & Emergency Preparedness

• Ensure machinery, vehicles, lifting equipment, pressure vessels, and tools meet legal safety standards.
• Implement and test depot emergency plans with training and drills.
• Support emergency response and crisis management activities.

Training & Awareness

• Deliver induction training, safe working procedures, and SHERQ legal requirements.
• Conduct SHERQ awareness sessions for supervisors and employees.
• Prepare toolbox talks and awareness material based on incident and trend analysis.
• Train teams on SHERQ systems, risk control measures, and safety improvements.
• Design, present and/or source SHERQ awareness, training and coaching material/courses for operational training and awareness.

Reporting & Administration

• Maintain SHERQ registers, documentation, monthly and quarterly statistics.
• Manage IOD processes and liaise with Occupational Health, DOL, and HR.
• Manage the employee medical surveillance programme.
• Capture all incident-related information in SHERQ systems.
• Prepare SHERQ reports for management review meetings.

Closing Date    

• 2026/09/03