Site Safety Officer (Civil Projects)

Safety files, inspections and toolbox talks: this municipal infrastructure project in Sandton needs someone who can do all three well. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

This post is in Sandton (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Write and review risk assessments and safe work method statements
• Run site inductions for every new worker and visitor
• Check that fall protection plans are in place for work at height
• Keep appointment letters and competency certificates in the file
• Audit subcontractor safety files before they start work
• Prepare monthly safety statistics for the client's agent

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

• ISO 45001 internal auditor course
• Experience on renewable energy or high-rise projects
• Diploma in Safety Management

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

• 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.