Job Description

Occupational Health and Safety Officer Reporting line : Occupational Health and Safety Manager Division: Real Estate & Logistics Scale Code: 401 (Peromnes 8, Paterson CU) Position ID: 60017927 CLOSING DATE: 20 MAY 2025 PURPOSE To assist the employer to keep the workplace safe and free from hazards to the health and safety of the employees by implementing OHS standards, fire Safety Standards, procedures and directives. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. BUSINESS OPERATIONS EFFICIENCY Gather IOD statistical information for analysis Participate in hazard identification and risk assessment processes Participate in Fire Risk Assessments Participate in incident investigations Conduct weekly workplace inspections and issue reports Participate and provide assistance with the formation and functioning of the Safety Committees Carryout tasks as per the fire prevention program Inspection of firefighting equipment Identify the need for firefighting equipment Present health and safety induction Distribute fire safety awareness items Implement Safety Plans Implement the emergency procedures and plans 2. GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE Execute Planned Task Observations and gather critical tasks information for analysis Provide support on issues relating to OHS Act the OHS Program Monitor OHS compliance on projects Implement emergency plans and procedures Conduct Safety Walkabouts with a view to pinpoint non-compliances 3. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT Monitor Safety Representatives, fire Marshals and first aiders inspections Present Safety Induction Attend departmental Health and Safety Committee meetings Conduct Departmental Document verification INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS NQF 6 National Diploma: Safety Management (Three Year) or relevant qualification) Incident Investigation, HIRA, Fire Safety will be an advantage EXPERIENCE Three Years in the Health and Safety environment. KNOWLEDGE OHS Legislations Emergency Preparedness Construction Safety Basic Fire Safety Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Computer Literacy Injury of Duty Presentation Skills Communication skill Report
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:353 1. BUSINESS OPERATIONS EFFICIENCY Gather IOD statistical information for analysis Participate in hazard identification and risk assessment processes Participate in Fire Risk Assessments Participate in incident investigations Conduct weekly workplace inspections and issue reports Participate and provide assistance with the formation and functioning of the Safety Committees Carryout tasks as per the fire prevention program Inspection of firefighting equipment Identify the need for firefighting equipment Present health and safety induction Distribute fire safety awareness items Implement Safety Plans Implement the emergency procedures and plans 2. GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE Execute Planned Task Observations and gather critical tasks information for analysis Provide support on issues relating to OHS Act the OHS Program Monitor OHS compliance on projects Implement emergency plans and procedures Conduct Safety Walkabouts with a view to pinpoint non-compliances 3. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT Monitor Safety Representatives, fire Marshals and first aiders inspections Present Safety Induction Attend departmental Health and Safety Committee meetings Conduct Departmental Document verification

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