Overview
Safety Officer – Construction Jobs in Durban, South Africa at Oxyon People Solutions
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Safety Officer to join our team in Durban. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment on construction sites, and for implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Planning:
Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, including risk assessments and hazard identification.
Safety Inspections:
Conduct regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Safety Training:
Provide safety training and inductions to employees, contractors, and visitors.
Incident Investigation:
Investigate incidents and accidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Safety Reporting:
Prepare and submit safety reports, including incident reports, safety statistics, and compliance reports.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with relevant safety legislation, regulations, and standards, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders, including employees, contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities.
Skills:
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, as well as strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Requirements
Qualifications:
National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (or relevant field).
Registration:
Registered with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Safety Officer.
Experience:
2 years of experience in a safety officer role, preferably in the construction industry.
Knowledge:
In-depth knowledge of:
Occupational health and safety principles and practices.
Safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
Construction safety management.
Risk assessment and hazard identification.
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Title: Safety Officer – Construction
Company: Oxyon People Solutions
Location: Durban, South Africa
Category: Construction (Occupational Health & Safety)