SHERQ Coordinator 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    

• 2026/05/28