Job Description

Westfalia Fruit, is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global


markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market


quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.


With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognized as the leading #avo experts


and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales


offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.


Westfalia Fruit Estates, situated in Tzaneen, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced:

Occupational

Health and Safety Officer

Requirements

We are seeking a candidate who can support the Research and Development department, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across our research and operational environments. This role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal part in ensuring safe and sustainable research and operational environments in a

global agribusiness leader

. You will work at the interface of

research innovation and health & safety leadership

, with exposure to both cutting-edge science and practical operations in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

Implement, monitor, and continuously improve the Occupational Health & Safety Management System in line with the OHS Act, Regulations, ISO 45001, HACCP, and other applicable legislation. Conduct site inspections, audits, hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRA), and job observations. Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; ensure root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented. Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training for employees, contractors, and new recruits. Oversee contractor safety compliance and maintain legal registers. Promote a strong safety culture and encourage employee engagement in hazard and near-miss reporting. Liaise with regulators, auditors, and other stakeholders and support internal and external audit readiness. Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and digital reporting systems (e.g., Teams/SharePoint).

Qualification:

National Diploma in Health & Safety required SAMTRAC or NEBOSH certification added advantage Registered as a SAIOSH Member (advantageous)

Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years' relevant Health & Safety experience, preferably in agriculture, food processing, or research facilities. Certification in First Aid and Fire Fighting. Legally able to act as a Health & Safety appointee under the OHS Act. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between sites.

Behavioural Competencies:

Strong communication, facilitation, and training delivery skills. Conflict resolution and negotiation ability. Sound knowledge of incident investigation, HIRA, contractor management, and HACCP. Computer literacy (MS Office, SharePoint, EHS reporting systems). Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Proactive, self-driven, and able to work effectively across a culturally diverse workforce.

Benefits

The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which comprises provident fund, insured


benefits, medical aid and an option to structure an annual bonus.

Closing date for applications will be 02 September 2025.


NB: Should you not receive correspondence by 30 September 2025, please regard your application as being


unsuccessful.