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10years

Job Location drjobs

Cape Town - South Africa

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Safety Officer to join the Telecommunications Branch and play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of occupational health and safety across all work environments.
Introduction: As a Senior Safety Officer you will be responsible for developing implementing and maintaining comprehensive Health & Safety strategies systems and structures within the Telecommunications Branch. Your focus will be on ensuring ongoing legal compliance with safety regulations conducting hazard analyses and promoting a safe working environment for employees contractors and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Health & Safety Systems: Develop and maintain Health & Safety frameworks ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards including OHSACT and COID ACT.
  • Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular inspections internal audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.
  • Hazard Analysis & Mitigation: Lead workplace hazard analyses and develop action plans to mitigate potential risks.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Ensure that all personnel contractors and visitors are provided with and wear the proper PPE.
  • Training & Orientation: Develop and deliver safety training to employees contractors and visitors ensuring they are familiar with the organizations safety standards.
  • Incident Reporting: Document and report on occupational health and safety incidents and compliance status within the organization.
  • Collaboration: Liaise with other Health & Safety officials and departments within and outside of the City to maintain safety consistency across operations.
  • Safety Leadership: Enforce control and preventive measures for safety compliance and engage disciplinary action for any violations of safety procedures.
  • Administrative Duties: Provide general administrative support related to safety procedures and protocols.


Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Education: 3year National Diploma BTECH or Bachelors Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in Health & Safety with a focus on the telecommunications and public sector.
  • Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practices particularly in telecommunications and construction environments.
  • Professional Registration: Registration with a professional safety body is desirable.
  • Skills: Excellent administrative skills and the ability to lead safety programs and enforce compliance.
  • Requirements: Valid drivers license ablebodied and available 24/7 if required


Health & Safety Systems: Develop and maintain Health & Safety frameworks, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards, including OHSACT and COID ACT. Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular inspections, internal audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies. Hazard Analysis & Mitigation: Lead workplace hazard analyses and develop action plans to mitigate potential risks. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Ensure that all personnel, contractors, and visitors are provided with and wear the proper PPE. Training & Orientation: Develop and deliver safety training to employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring they are familiar with the organization's safety standards.

Education

Education: 3-year National Diploma, B-TECH, or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field. Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience in Health & Safety, with a focus on the telecommunications and public sector. Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practices, particularly in telecommunications and construction environments. Professional Registration: Registration with a professional safety body is desirable. Skills: Excell

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