Site Safety Officer (Civil Projects)

You'll keep the site legal and the workers safe for the building contractor in Gqeberha. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

This post is Gqeberha-based, with most of your time spent at a building contractor.

• Investigate incidents and near misses and report them on time
• Inspect scaffolds, excavations and edge protection daily
• Write and review risk assessments and safe work method statements
• Track PPE issues and replace damaged equipment
• Check that fall protection plans are in place for work at height
• Audit subcontractor safety files before they start work

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

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

• 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.