Junior Safety Officer (Housing Projects)

Every person goes home in one piece. That is the job on this road construction project in Fourways. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

The work is in Fourways, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Track PPE issues and replace damaged equipment
• Audit subcontractor safety files before they start work
• Check that fall protection plans are in place for work at height
• Keep appointment letters and competency certificates in the file
• Inspect scaffolds, excavations and edge protection daily
• Hold toolbox talks on topics that match the week's work
• Prepare monthly safety statistics for the client's agent

• Good understanding of the OHS Act and Construction Regulations 2014
• SACPCMP registration as a Construction Health and Safety Officer
• SAMTRAC or an NQF-accredited health and safety qualification
• At least 2 years as a safety officer on construction sites
• You write clear reports in English
• First Aid Level 1 at least

• Fall protection planner training
• ISO 45001 internal auditor course

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

• 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.