Job Description

Job Summary
Job Purpose:
To manage and enforce health and safety practices during the equipment installation and
commissioning phase of the new manufacturing facility. The Safety Officer will ensure
that all contractors, employees, and site activities comply with occupational health and
safety legislation, reducing risk and supporting a safe working environment as the facility
prepares for operational launch.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety plans for the installation and

commissioning phase.

• Conduct site safety inductions for contractors, vendors, and staff entering the facility.
• Monitor all on-site activities to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

and project-specific safety protocols.

• Conduct routine site inspections and audits, identifying hazards and ensuring

immediate corrective action is taken.

• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce safety

compliance among all personnel.

• Review contractors' safety documentation, method statements, and risk assessments
• Lead incident investigations, maintain safety logs, and report findings with

recommended corrective actions.

• Liaise with contractors, equipment suppliers, and the project management team to

plan and coordinate safe work practices.

• Participate in commissioning safety protocols and equipment testing.
• Ensure emergency response plans are in place, communicated, and tested on-site.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training.
• Prepare for seamless handover of safety systems and procedures from the project

phase to full plant operations.
Qualifications & Experience:

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety,

Environmental Science, or related field.

• Recognised health and safety certification (e.g. NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, NOSA).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in safety roles on construction, industrial installation, or

commissioning projects.

• Strong knowledge of relevant OHS legislation, particularly in industrial and construction

settings.

• Experience with contractor management, safe work permits, and site mobilisation.
• Familiarity with construction safety practices, crane lifts, working at heights, confined

spaces, and electrical commissioning safety.
Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proactive approach to risk management and problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage contractors and cross

functional teams.

• Ability to influence and enforce safety compliance on an active site.
• High attention to detail and report-writing ability.
• Competency with Microsoft Office and digital safety management tools.

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