Junior Safety Officer (Housing Projects)

Every person goes home in one piece. That is the job on this road construction project in Potchefstroom. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

Location: Potchefstroom, North West. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Check that fall protection plans are in place for work at height
• Compile and maintain the site health and safety file under the Construction Regulations 2014
• Investigate incidents and near misses and report them on time
• Track PPE issues and replace damaged equipment
• Prepare monthly safety statistics for the client's agent
• Hold toolbox talks on topics that match the week's work
• Inspect scaffolds, excavations and edge protection daily

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

• ISO 45001 internal auditor course
• Experience on renewable energy or high-rise projects

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

• Put your SACPCMP registration number and category first. Many CVs without it are rejected without being read.
• Bring a sample risk assessment or safety file index you drew up (remove client names). It shows your work better than a list.