Job Description

Location: Bellville
Role: Health and Safety Consultant
Summary:
Conducts health and safety audits to assess compliance with regulations and standards. Provides expert advice, identifies risks, recommends improvements, and supports clients in creating safer workplace practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Consultation & Advisory Services:

• Provide expert health and safety consultation to multiple external clients across various industries
• Act as the appointed Health and Safety Advisor for clients (legal appointments in terms of OHSA)
• Conduct initial client assessments and develop customized H&S strategies
• Advise clients on legislative compliance requirements and best practices
• Develop client-specific health and safety policies, procedures, and programs
• Attend client sites regularly for routine visits and support

Auditing & Compliance:

• Conduct comprehensive health and safety compliance audits at client facilities
• Perform ISO 45001 system audits and gap analyses
• Evaluate compliance with OHSA Act 85 of 1993 and all applicable regulations
• Conduct legal compliance audits and identify non-conformances
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and action plans
• Verify implementation of corrective actions during follow-up visits
• Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour inspectors on behalf of clients

Risk Management Services:

• Conduct risk assessments (HIRA) and Job Safety Analyses for client operations
• Develop risk registers and risk mitigation strategies
• Review and update clients' Safe Work Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
• Assess hazardous operations and recommend appropriate control measures
• Conduct workplace inspections and identify unsafe conditions

Documentation & Systems Development:

• Develop comprehensive Safety Files for client organizations
• Create and maintain legal appointment registers
• Develop Emergency Response Plans and evacuation procedures
• Prepare mandatory documentation for Department of Employment and Labour submissions
• Assist clients with Compensation Fund registrations and submissions
• Develop PPE matrices and hazardous chemical registers

Training & Capacity Building:

• Develop and deliver customized health and safety training programs for clients
• Conduct on-site induction training for client employees and contractors
• Facilitate Health and Safety Committee meetings and representative training
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions
• Train client personnel on incident investigation procedures

Incident Management Support:

• Assist clients with incident, accident, and near-miss investigations
• Conduct root cause analysis and prepare investigation reports
• Advise on corrective and preventive actions
• Support clients with Compensation Fund claims and submissions
• Guide clients through Department of Employment and Labour incident reporting

Client Relationship Management:

• Maintain strong professional relationships with existing clients
• Provide responsive support and timely service delivery
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with key clients
• Identify opportunities for additional services and client retention
• Support business development and new client acquisition

Required Qualifications:
Education:

• Essential:

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field
• SAMTRAC (Safety Management Training Certificate) - mandatory
• Valid First Aid Level 2 or 3 Certificate
• Certificate in Incident Investigation

• Advantegeous:

• NEBOSCH IGC (International General Certificate)
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification
• Construction Health and Safety Management Course
• Diploma in Occupational Health (DOH)
• Professional qualification (e.g., Pr.CPM, COH)

Registration & Licensing:

• Essential:

• Registration with SACPCMP (as a Professional Health and Safety Consultant) or SAIOH - mandatory
• Valid Code 08 (EB) driver's license with own reliable vehicle

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years' proven experience in health and safety consulting or advisory role
• Extensive experience conducting health and safety audits across multiple industries
• Demonstrated track record managing multiple client accounts simultaneously
• Experience with legal compliance audits and Department of Employment and Labour interactions
• Proven experience in developing H&S management systems from scratch
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, retail, or logistics industries highly advantageous

Industry Knowledge:

• Must have multi-industry exposure including:

• Construction (OHS Act Regulations for Construction Work)
• Manufacturing and industrial operations
• General commercial/office environments
• Warehousing and logistics (optional but advantageous)

Knowledge & Skills:

• Expert knowledge of South African occupational health and safety legislation (OHSA and all regulations)
• Thorough understanding of ISO 45001:2018 standard and implementation
• Proficiency in various risk assessment methodologies
• Knowledge of Construction Regulations 2014
• Understanding of Environmental Regulations and waste management
• Knowledge of Compensation Fund processes and procedures
• Familiarity with Labour Relations Act and Employment Equity Act

Technical Competencies:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and site plans
• Experience with H&S management software and audit tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Project management skills

Personal Attributes & Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English; Afrikaans and/or additional SA language highly advantageous for Cape Town market
• Strong client-facing skills with professional business acumen
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize multiple client demands
• Assertive yet diplomatic approach to enforcing compliance
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics
• Consultative mindset with solution-oriented approach
• Willingness to travel extensively within Western Cape and occasionally nationally
• Adaptability to work across different industries and organizational cultures

Key Performance Indicators:

• Client satisfaction scores (minimum 85%)
• Number of audits completed per month (target: 12-15)
• Billable hours percentage (target: 75%+)
• Client retention rate (target: 90%+)
• Audit report turnaround time (within 5 working days)
• Revenue generation and new business development contribution
• Compliance improvement rates at client sites
• Reduction in client incidents and non-conformances

Working Conditions:

• Office-based in Bellville with frequent travel to client sites
• Approximately 60-70% of time spent at various client locations across Western Cape
• Occasional work outside normal business hours for client emergencies or audits
• May require occasional overnight travel for clients outside Cape Town
• Exposure to various industrial environments including construction sites, factories, and warehouses

Skills Required