Health and Safety Officer

Health & Safety Officer

Job Title: Health & Safety Officer
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Health & Safety Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving a strong health and safety culture across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, company policies, and industry best practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised individual who is passionate about workplace safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

As the Health & Safety Officer, you will be responsible for:

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and all relevant legislation.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and workplace assessments.
• Compile and maintain annual risk assessments.
• Conduct routine fire prevention inspections.
• Ensure all safety signage is correctly displayed.
• Monitor machinery and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Promote and maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
• Ensure Health & Safety Representatives complete monthly inspections.
• Monitor compliance with municipal by-laws and statutory requirements.

Health & Safety Systems

• Maintain Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Manage emergency evacuation plans.
• Coordinate accident and incident investigations.
• Maintain all Health & Safety registers and compliance documentation.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Administration & Reporting

• Administer Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases (COID/WCA) and RMA claims.
• Maintain accurate Health & Safety records.
• Compile weekly and monthly Health & Safety reports.
• Issue warnings and corrective actions where non-compliance is identified.

Training & Stakeholder Management

• Conduct toolbox talks and safety awareness campaigns.
• Coordinate Health & Safety training across the business.
• Chair quarterly Health & Safety meetings.
• Support managers and Health & Safety Representatives with compliance initiatives.
• Ensure contractors and suppliers comply with company Health & Safety standards.
• Communicate compliance updates to management.

Operational Responsibilities

• Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA).
• Monitor Incident on Duty (IOD) investigations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate evacuation drills.
• Arrange annual medical examinations for employees in high-risk roles.
• Track refresher training and certification for:
• Forklift Operators
• Stacker Operators
• First Aiders
• Conduct departmental Health & Safety audits.
• Update legal appointments when organisational structures change.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Health & Safety/SHE qualification (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Health & Safety Officer
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and SHE legislation
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and reporting skills
• Strong technical understanding of workplace safety requirements
• Valid driver's licence (advantageous)

Skills & Competencies

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• A confident communicator at all levels
• Passionate about workplace safety and compliance
• Energetic and proactive
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Able to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Professional and able to influence positive safety behaviours

Why Join Us?

• Join a professional and safety-focused organisation.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about creating safe and compliant workplaces, we encourage you to apply through Indeed with your updated CV.

Send your resume to recruitment@response-bpo.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pay: R15 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person