Job Summary
The OH&S Manager will report and operate under the direction of the Directors and General Manager with the following tasks and responsibilities:
- Create and review the OHS Policy and clear objective to be achieved for the year or agreed period;
- Conduct thorough risk assessments of the entire workplace with the objective of reducing hazards and risks to an acceptable level;
- Create and manage a successful and functioning OHS Committee with H&S Representatives representation, to drive OHS within the organisation;
- Arrange annual OHS training for the company in first aid, firefighting, H&S representative, and supervisor;
- Create and review safe work procedures across the organisations operations and maintenance and wherever necessary;
- Ensure regular (monthly) workplace H&S inspections to ensure OHS policy, objectives and safe work procedures are being adhered to;
- Monitor, implement and review OHS and equipment performance to ensure compliance and continual improvement.
- Monitor, implement and review Covid regulations to ensure compliance and continual improvement.
- Ensure all Department of Labour inspections are clear.
- Ensure the relevant H&S information on the Intranet is updated at all times.
- Ensure proper H&S induction is given to all employees.
The OH&S Manager should possess the following skills, qualities, and qualifications:
- Good understanding of the legislation and regulations.
- Ability to make decisions.
- Analytical skills.
- Manage Health & Safety Representatives.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multi-task and to work well in a team.
- Good organisational skills.
- Drive and determination.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to cope under pressure and to adapt to changing situations.
- Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter and able to work with minimum supervision;
- Hands-on, team player, passionate, confident, and disciplined.
- Proficiency in using Excel / PowerPoint / Outlook.
- 3-4 years’ experience in a OH&S Officer role
Minimum Requirements:
- Diploma in Safety, Health & Environmental SAMTRAC, NEBOSH or relevant
- 3 -5 years HSE experience gained ideally within a FMCG environment
- Knowledge of relevant OHS legislation (OHS Act and Regulations, COVID, COIDA, etc)
- Risk management and assessment
- Previous 16(2) appointment experience
- Must have own reliable vehicle
- Possession of a valid Code 08/EB driver’s license
- Must be willing to travel and must be able to perform OHSA audits
- Proficiency on MS Office
ADDITIONAL:
This is a demanding role, we are looking for true go-getters with high levels of energy. Must be vivacious and robust and willing to go the extra mile in getting the job done. An exceptional opportunity for the individual who is career-orientated.