Health and Safety Officer 

We're looking for a dedicated professional to support the organisation in maintaining a safe, compliant working environment by implementing, monitoring and improving health, safety, quality and environmental processes in line with applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation, company requirements, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 management system principles. The SHEQ Officer is responsible for site safety files, inspections, audits, hazard identification and risk assessment, incident investigations, training and awareness, and promoting a proactive SHEQ culture across operational and project sites. 

NEC XON Cape Town Office, Oxford University Press Building, Vasco Blvd, Goodwood, Cape Town, 7460
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1 Year Fixed Term Contract 
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All applications (updated CV and mo​tivational letter) to be emailed to [email protected]
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Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Main purpose of the job
To support the organisation in maintaining a safe, compliant working environment by implementing, monitoring and improving health, safety, quality and environmental processes in line with applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation, company requirements, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 management system principles. 
The SHEQ Officer is responsible for site safety files, inspections, audits, hazard identification and risk assessment, incident investigations, training and awareness, and promoting a proactive SHEQ culture across operational and project sites. 
Key Responsibilities
Includes but is not limited to: 
  • Implement, maintain and monitor health, safety, quality and environmental policies, procedures, safe work practices and site-specific safety files. 
  • Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable regulations, company requirements and relevant ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 management system requirements. 
  • Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, compliance assessments, hazard identification and risk assessments, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions. 
  • Conduct incident, accident and near-miss investigations, compile reports and support implementation of corrective actions. 
  • Conduct various site visits as per business requirements where applicable. 
  • Maintain SHEQ records, registers, statutory documentation, compliance files and shared-folder documentation. 
  • Facilitate health and safety inductions, toolbox talks, internal training and awareness programmes. 
  • Monitor employee and contractor compliance with health and safety requirements, including correct use of Personal Protective Equipment as well conduct subcontractor audits and vetting. 
  • Participate in Health and Safety Committee meetings, emergency preparedness planning, evacuation procedures and emergency drills. 
  • Liaise with regulatory authorities, auditors and internal stakeholders during inspections, audits and compliance reviews where required. 
  • Support internal, external and certification audits for ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015. 
  • Provide regular SHEQ reporting to the Operations Manager and Head of SHEQ, including key risks, actions, trends and compliance status. 
Skills and Experience required
Competencies 
  • Implementation and Compliance of Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and associated regulations. 
  • Solid knowledge ISO 45001:2018 Safety Management System 
  • Solid knowledge ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System 
  • Internal Training and Facilitating 
  • Health and Safety management systems and best practices. 
  • Incident investigation methodologies. 
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment principles. 
  • Emergency preparedness and response procedures. 
  • Safety auditing processes and statutory compliance requirements. 
  • Strong relationship building techniques, tactics and overall communication abilities 
  • Strong resilience capabilities 
  • Strong critical thinking skills 
  • Natural intuition that fuels ambition and drives high energy 
  • Natural vocal authority and strong verbal articulation 
  • High sense of urgency 

Experience
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in an Occupational Health & Safety role. 
  • Proven experience conducting workplace inspections, safety audits, and incident investigations. 
  • Experience implementing and monitoring health and safety management systems. 
  • Experience delivering health and safety training and awareness programmes. 
  • Previous experience within engineering, construction, manufacturing, industrial, or technical environments is advantageous. 
Experience & Qualifications ​
  • Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field. 
  • NEBOSH/SAMTRAC certification. 
  • Registration with SACPCMP as CHSO 
  • Incident Investigation 
  • HIRA 
  • Computer Literacy (MS Office ) 
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Advantageous 
  • ISO 45001:2018 certification. 
  • ISO 9001:2015 certification. 
  • SAIOSH certification. 
  • Legal Liability certification. 
  • First Aid certification.