SHEQ Officer (Building Contractor)

How2Apply Talent Network
Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
Contract
Posted 2 hours ago
Contract Construction Code 08
R23 000 – R31 500/month
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Job Description

The building contractor in Gqeberha needs a safety officer who is on the site, not stuck in the container office. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The site is in Gqeberha; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

The work, day to day

  • Audit subcontractor safety files before they start work
  • Investigate incidents and near misses and report them on time
  • Run site inductions for every new worker and visitor
  • Track PPE issues and replace damaged equipment
  • Inspect scaffolds, excavations and edge protection daily
  • Compile and maintain the site health and safety file under the Construction Regulations 2014

You'll need

  • You write clear reports in English
  • At least 2 years as a safety officer on construction sites
  • 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

What's in it for you

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

How to apply

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: First aid certificate, copy of your ID (certified) plus SACPCMP registration certificate.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

  • 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
SalaryR23 000 – R31 500/month
Job TypeContract
LocationGqeberha, Eastern Cape
CategoryConstruction
Experience4+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted11 October 2026
Closing Date15 November 2026
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