Specialist Construction Safety TB01330 at North West University

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Capital (Construction) projects - concept and design phases

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and especially the Construction Regulations during concept and design phases.
• Maintain records in terms of a master list for construction OHS for all projects.
• Compile projects specific OHS specifications and baseline risk assessment per project and submit within due date.
• Attend all planning meetings and advise on OHS requirements to ensure compliance.
• Review and update NWU OHS specifications format and baseline risk assessment; in line with legislation changes.

Construction plan and file assessments

• Assess, discuss, and approve contractor’s OHS plan’s in accordance with the Construction Regulation and NWU Project OHS Specifications. Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and address non-compliances effectively. 

Construction Projects: OHS reporting and audits

• Ensure compliance with OHS legislation and maintain and improve OHS compliance at NWU.
• Complete construction work permit process and ensure permits are submitted timeous to Department of Employment and Labour.
• Conduct audits and risk management for assigned construction projects.
• Ensure appointed OHS consultants conduct audits and inspections as per agreed appointment – oversee ad coordinate.
• Attend site meetings and provide feedback on OHS compliance status / actions required to principal agents and project managers.
• Report and take action on high risks and non-compliances.
• Conduct close out report on projects.
• Monthly consolidated construction OHS reports and presentations.
• Conduct Incident Investigation. 

Minimum requirements

• A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Safety or Built Environment.
• Registration as a construction Health and Safety Manager with (SACPCMP)- Pr.CHSM.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Safety Management.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Construction OHS auding and reporting.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Construction health and safety management – all stages of a construction project. 

ADDED ADVANTAGES: 

• Registration as a construction Health and Safety Agent with (SACPCMP)- Pr.CHSA
• A postgraduate Management qualification.