Safety Officer

South Africa, South Africa

Job Description


Job Summary Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Operations:The Safety Officer should be familiar with and possess the ability to confidently:

  • Conduct JSA, Tool Box Talks and has knowledge in understanding Safety Inspections, Checklists and Work Permit Systems.
  • Write Reports.
  • Implement Health, Safety & Environmental Program.
  • Impart training to construction staff.
  • Prepare Hazard Identification Plan/Activity Hazard Analysis.
  • Implement safety matters for Building & Civils and Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Projects.
  • Create awareness of safety among the construction staff and work force.
  • Identify, evaluate and control safety, health and environmental hazards.
  • Conduct daily safety inspections and monitor safety performance.
  • Prepare and implement procedures and plans. Example; excavation, confined space entry, working at height, fire protection, medical services, emergency, evacuation etc.
  • Compile accident statistics.
  • Implementation the use of personal protective Safety equipment (PPE) within the work force.
  • Investigate incidents/accidents and take remedial measures to avoid recurrences.
  • Attend project safety meetings and present reports.
  • Monitor and modify safety techniques to achieve zero injury, zero accident and zero accident.
  • Inspect the work site daily and correct unsafe methods and conditions.
  • Keep a record daily and report to the Safety Manager / Supervisor when necessary.
  • Carry out site surveys and inspections to see that only safe work methods are in operation, health and safety requirements are being observed.
  • Welfare and first aid facilities are adequate and properly maintained.
  • Determine the cause of any accidental occurrence and recommend measures to prevent recurrences.
  • Suggest ways to prevent injury to personnel, damage to site facility or equipment and fires.
  • Implement Safety procedures.
  • Stop works in the event of unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Conduct regular Risk Assessments for tasks.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to work force and staff in regards to Safe Work practices and requirements.
  • Attend and pass Client interviews.
  • Continually improve personal knowledge of Safety, Health and Environmental issues.
  • Co-ordinate with project personnel as directed by the Safety Manager.
  • Report Safety issues through the established project communication protocol.
  • Inspection of Camp accommodation as directed by Supervision.
Policies, Processes and Procedure
  • Follow all relevant HSE policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
  • Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices taking into account leading practices and the improvement of productivity.
  • Promote the implementation and adherence to policies, processes and operating procedures to others within the company.
Safety, Health and Environment:
  • Comply with all relevant safety, health and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
  • Participate in incident and accident investigations as required in line with agreed safety, health and environment policies, procedures and controls.
  • Report on changes within the company that impact relevant safety, health and environmental management policies, procedures and controls.
Key Result Areas
The expected output of the key tasks and responsibilities mentioned above.
  • Department policies and procedures followed
  • Inputs on improving systems and processes given
  • Adherence to policies and procedures promoted
  • Relevant departmental policies are complied with
  • Inputs on safety incidents given
  • Changes within the company impacting relevant policies are reported.
Position Requirements - Education, Experience, Competencies
Educational Requirements
Mandatory:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • English language skills
  • Computer literate
Desirable:
  • A degree or equivalent
  • Diploma (fire and safety) or equivalent
  • Hold an internationally recognized certification including OSHA and other certifications, such as NEBOSH, IOSH.
Experience
Mandatory:
  • Total 6 years of experience with at least 5 years experience in a similar capacity.
Desirable:
  • Middle East experience.
  • Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Project
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1313931
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    South Africa, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned