Health and Safety Manager (Construction)

Safety files, inspections and toolbox talks: this high-rise residential project in Richards Bay needs someone who can do all three well. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

The work is in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Check that fall protection plans are in place for work at height
• Prepare monthly safety statistics for the client's agent
• Audit subcontractor safety files before they start work
• Investigate incidents and near misses and report them on time
• Compile and maintain the site health and safety file under the Construction Regulations 2014
• Keep appointment letters and competency certificates in the file
• Run site inductions for every new worker and visitor

• Confident enough to stop unsafe work, even when the programme is tight
• At least 2 years as a safety officer on construction sites
• First Aid Level 1 at least
• Good understanding of the OHS Act and Construction Regulations 2014
• You write clear reports in English

• Travel and site allowances
• Clear growth path to a construction health and safety agent role
• Paid SACPCMP renewal and CPD

• Name the kind of projects you have covered, like roads, housing or wind farms. Clients want sector experience.
• Put your SACPCMP registration number and category first. Many CVs without it are rejected without being read.