Health & Safety Officer

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Business Unit / Division Tsebo Facilities Solutions Job Type Classification Full Time Location - Town / City Atok About Us Tsebo Facilities Solutions is looking for a Health & Safety Officer to be responsible for monitoring workplace activities to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, regulations, and company requirements. The role proactively implements and administers workplace Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs to minimize occupational injuries, accidents, and work-related illnesses while supporting operational objectives and compliance with contractual obligations and applicable legislation. As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people – the heart of Tsebo – is the foundation of our purpose. The result is a knowledgeable workforce that is in touch with every nuance of our clients’ needs. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell. Duties & Responsibilities Operational Delivery - Monitor and assess hazardous and unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions. - Develop and implement measures to ensure employee safety. - Support the development, implementation, and communication of health and safety policies. - Conduct Health & Safety inductions, awareness campaigns, and toolbox talks. - Facilitate hazard identification and risk assessments. - Assist with accident and incident investigations, including administration of legal documentation and registers. - Implement and support incident prevention programs. - Assist management with contractor and construction Health & Safety compliance. - Conduct workplace inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation. - Participate in external audits and conduct internal HSE surveys and assessments. - Implement, review, and conduct training on emergency preparedness plans. - Monitor and analyse HSE performance indicators and communicate findings. - Promote and enforce safe work practices. - Ensure legal and regulatory compliance. - Maintain accurate records relating to training, operator licences, incidents, and compliance requirements. - Maintain a visible site presence to support effective HSE management. - Support line management with risk management initiatives, including hazard identification and task risk assessments. - Conduct routine inspections and workplace walkthroughs. - Liaise with management regarding corrective actions and completion timelines. - Verify that employees performing hazardous tasks have received the required training and certifications. Customer Focus - Promote a customer-focused approach within teams and operations. - Respond to HSE-related enquiries and requests. - Engage with clients professionally and provide accurate information. - Support continuous improvement of operational processes. - Resolve client queries effectively and escalate where necessary. - Follow up on escalated matters to ensure closure. - Manage conflict professionally and constructively. Reporting and Compliance - Compile and present monthly safety statistics and trend analyses. - Monitor completion and submission of accident reports and WCA/COID documentation in liaison with HR. - Conduct incident investigations and complete root cause analysis reports within required timeframes. - Prepare and submit weekly and monthly HSE reports as required by management. - Maintain compliance documentation and statutory records. Code of Conduct and Governance - Undertake reasonable duties outside the scope of the job description when required. - Take responsibility for personal performance and professional conduct. - Uphold and promote the company's image and reputation. - Adhere to SHEQ policies, procedures, and management systems. - Demonstrate commitment to ethical conduct, integrity, and compliance. Skills and Competencies - OSHA standards and compliance requirements - SHEQ Management Systems - Risk management and statutory compliance processes - Hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies - Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental legislation - Incident investigation and root cause analysis - Emergency preparedness and response planning - Contractor and construction safety management - Knowledge of safety equipment, materials, and suppliers - Microsoft Office proficiency - Time management and organizational skills - Customer service and stakeholder engagement Qualifications Qualifications - Matric (Grade 12) - National Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (NQF 5 or equivalent) - OSHA Standards certification/knowledge - Computer literacy in: - Microsoft Word - Microsoft Excel - Microsoft Outlook Experience - Minimum 3 years' experience within a Health & Safety environment with high volumes of people. - Experience in: - Industrial occupational hygiene - Fire prevention and protection - Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) - Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases (COID/WCA) - NOSA and ISO safety standards