Job Description

EXTERNAL VACANCY

1. POSITION DETAILS:

Position Title:

SHEQ Officer

Reports to:

SHEQ Manager

Department

SHEQ

Location

Peakers Operations Support Office - Umhlanga

CLOSING DATE

04 September 2025

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate the implementation of the safety, health, environment and quality programme for Peakers Operations. Understands and adheres to all SHEQ Guidelines and Procedures. Strives to maintain an injury-free environment; Assist with interpretation of OHS Act, NEMA and related legislation. Maintaining high housekeeping standards. Review and update relevant safety and hygiene procedures, critical task procedures and management directives. Review hazardous chemical information and personnel safety and recommend amendments. Investigate and report the root causes of accidents and incidents and where appropriate identify and instigate any corrective actions or control measures. Delivers Departmental Safety, Visitors and Contractor inductions and maintains records; Implement and maintain contractor management protocols in the GR02 Interpret and apply all group rules and standards to Peakers Operations. Distributes HSE bulletins and updates HSE communication boards; Implement safety awareness campaigns. Assists with organizing safety meetings, toolbox talks, Worker Representative Teams and Departmental Committees; Regularly checks SHEQ Systems through regular inspections and audits. Understands and masters the Emergency Response Procedures and setting up of crisis management teams. Conducts prevention inspections on a regular basis and ensure records maintained of same. Assists management with the implementation of new or existing SHEQ-related legislation, rules and Company standards including Engie standards. Verify that all SHEQ incidents are investigated within stipulated periods. Action weekly and monthly reporting, enter information into the Company Management Information System; Coordinates environmental performance for plant as per environmental impact assessment; Assists with maintaining ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 certifications. Review and advise on implementation of Environmental Management Program (EMPr) for the entity and key procedures in line with EMPr and ISO 14001:2015 requirements. Environmental audits in line with ISO 14001:2015 requirements. Manages and maintains all licence and regulatory requirements for Peakers Operations. Maintains the Engie One Safety Culture and One Safety Tool training and reporting

3. HEALTH & SAFETY:

The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.*

Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:

Work Level 4: the tasks that he/she performs as part of their daily work activities represent a risk of medium kind and with temporary consequences like blows, falls, etc.;

Exposure to Risks:

Traffic/automobile accidents, ergonomic problems and accidents; Risks inherent to the job of the SHEQ Officer while performing inspections, daily tasks, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Hard hat/safety helmet; Ear protection (plugs or ear muffs); Safety glasses; Safety shoes; Cotton work wear; Safety Gloves;

Recommended HPE (Health Protection Equipment):

Ergonomic office equipment;

4. MODUS OPERANDI:

The Job Holder works as SHEQ Officer for Peakers Operations with direct reporting to the SHEQ Manager and functional reporting to the EXCO team..

5. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Job Holder will work and communicate with:

Internal:

all internal Peakers Operations staff and contractors;

External:

The project company management team and approved regulatory bodies.

6. FRAMEWORKS, BOUNDARIES AND DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:

Operates within the approved budgetary limits and assigned duties; Company defined HSE Policies and Systems and clear precedents; The SHEQ Officer is responsible for: + Monitoring and reporting of HSE performance;
+ Making recommendations for improvement under guidance of SHEQ Manager;
The SHEQ Officer supports the SHEQ Manager, Peakers EXCO team and plant management team to delivery HSE outcomes

7. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Qualifications:

Relevant SHEQ/Safety Management or Environmental Management qualification Demonstrated competence supported with adequate education and training

Experience:

At least 5 year experience in the operation of a large power plant, three of which must have been in the capacity of a Safety Officer Use of safe systems of work Use of computerized maintenance management system Engineering concepts and principles Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, maintenance, administration and HR Budget control and reporting Compilation of SHEQ reports in the required standard Implementation of relevant SHEQ legislation, policies and procedures Knowledge of Industrial Process in Occupational Hygiene and Safety Knowledge of Occupational Hygiene and Safety Impact Assessments Knowledge of ISO14001 & ISO 45001 Intent and requirements

Remuneration

:

The compensation will be market related

Additional Information:

Incomplete CV's and/or applications will not be considered. Your CV should be accompanied by your supporting documents.

Closing Date: 04 September 2025. Please use this link to apply: Our vacancies | https://www.engie.com/en/candidates/work-for-engie/job-offers (click on: OFFRES D'EMPLOI)

By submitting any personal information to the Company, the candidate unconditionally and voluntarily, consents to the processing of the submitted personal information for any and all purposes related to recruitment.

The appointment will be in line with the Company Employment Equity strategy

Business Unit:

GBU Flexible Gen & Retail

Division:

Thermal AMEA - South Africa

Legal Entity:

Peakers Operations (Proprietary) Limited

Professional Experience:

Skilled ( >3 experience <15 years)

Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree
Why this matters to us


Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.