Junior Safety Officer (Housing Projects)

How2Apply Talent Network
Pretoria West, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 11 hours ago
Full-time Construction Code 08
R25 750 – R34 250/month
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Job Description

Every person goes home in one piece. That is the job on this building contractor in Pretoria West. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

You'll report in Pretoria West. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

  • Run site inductions for every new worker and visitor
  • Prepare monthly safety statistics for the client's agent
  • Hold toolbox talks on topics that match the week's work
  • Audit subcontractor safety files before they start work
  • Investigate incidents and near misses and report them on time

What you need

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

What's in it for you

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): copy of your ID (certified) plus SAMTRAC or safety qualification certificate.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Pretoria West.

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How to stand out

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

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Job details
SalaryR25 750 – R34 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationPretoria West, Gauteng
CategoryConstruction
Experience4+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted7 October 2026
Closing Date12 November 2026
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