Job Description

Job Summary Hire Resolve is currently seeking a Safety Officer for their client, a compliant and reliable company specializing in heavy-lifting and electrical solutions. As a Safety Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to OSH regulations, detail-oriented, and capable of quick and effective action during emergencies. The goal is to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.Responsibilities

• Supporting the development of OHS policies and programs.
• Advising and instructing on various safety-related topics such as noise levels and the use of machinery.
• Conducting risk assessments and enforcing preventative measures.
• Reviewing existing policies and measures, and updating them according to legislation.
• Overseeing installations, maintenance, and disposal of substances.
• Stopping any unsafe acts or processes that appear dangerous or unhealthy.
• Inspecting premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity, such as failure to use protective equipment.
• Facilitating safety training programs for employees to ensure understanding and compliance with safety protocols.
• Investigating accidents or incidents to determine causes and recommend preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

Requirements

• Holding a degree in safety management, engineering, or a related field is preferred; relevant work experience and certifications such as SACAMP accreditation are also valued.

• Proven experience as a Safety Officer, demonstrating a track record in implementing and maintaining health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices relevant to heavy-lifting and electrical operations.
• Experience in writing comprehensive reports and policies for health and safety management.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics related to safety metrics.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with safety management information systems (SMIS) is advantageous.
• Outstanding organizational skills with a meticulous attention to detail to ensure thorough compliance and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively present and explain health and safety topics to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Salary negotiable

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move

• Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
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or email us your CV: * When applying via email please use "Safety Officer" as the subject line.We will contact you telephonically in 7 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise if they match your profile.Hire ResolveIT/ComputerRecruiterAboutSpecialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.

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