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Our Civil Engineering Company is seeking to Employ A safety officer is responsible for protecting workers and property by ensuring a workplace is free from hazards and follows safety laws. Their main duties include conducting risk assessments, enforcing safety policies, and investigating workplace accidents.

Inspections and Risk Control

• Inspect workplaces: Walk through job sites or offices to spot unsafe acts, tools, or conditions.
• Assess risks: Find hidden dangers in daily work processes and machinery.
• Stop unsafe work: Halt any dangerous task immediately until it is safe.
• Check PPE: Ensure workers wear and care for personal protective equipment properly.

Rules and Training

• Make policies: Write clear safety rules and emergency evacuation steps.
• Ensure compliance: Keep the company aligned with local occupational health and safety acts and laws.
• Run training: Lead safety inductions, toolbox talks, and first-aid or fire safety classes.
• Educate staff: Teach workers how to use equipment safely and report dangers.

Reports and Response

• Investigate incidents: Look into accidents and near-misses to find root causes.
• Write logs: Keep accurate records of safety audits, injuries, and training logs.
• Advise leaders: Report safety scores and suggest improvements to upper management.

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate: A high school pass is standard for entry into formal diplomas and advanced certificate programs.
• NQF Level 3 or 4 Baseline: Many foundational or occupational certificates require basic literacy, numeracy, or a Grade 10-12 equivalent.

Core Industry Certifications

• SAMTRAC: Offered via Safety Cloud, a widely respected foundational industry standard in South Africa.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC): A globally recognized credential favored for multinational and high-risk environments.
• QCTO Occupational Certificate: National OHS Officer certification aligned with local quality standards.

Professional Registration & Growth

• SAIOSH: Registering with the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (or relevant bodies like SACPCMP for construction) aids career progression.
• Practical Skills: Competence in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), incident investigations, and legal compliance under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.

Applicants must submit their Full Curriculum Vitae with Certified Certificates to recruitment@asginc.co.za with the Subject stating: Health and Safety Officer Application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R180 000,00 - R540 000,00 per year

Work Location: In person