Safety Officer - East Rand, South Africa - Unique Personnel

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East Rand, South Africa

3 weeks ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Job Number

72733

Job Type

Permanent

Job Title

Safety Officer

Computer Skills

MS Excel,MS PowerPoint,MS Visio,MS Word

Industry

City

Ekurhuleni (East Rand)

Province

Gauteng

Key Responsibilities

Hazard Identification and

Risk Mitigation:
Identifying potential hazards in the workplace and taking measures to mitigate them.

Workforce Protection and

Safe Equipment Operation:
Ensuring employees' safety during work and proper use of equipment.

Rectifying Unsafe Practices And Conditions: Addressing unsafe behaviours and hazardous conditions promptly.
Emergency Response and Prevention of

New Hazards:
Being prepared for emergencies and preventing new risks.

Emergency Awareness, Coordination, and Command: Leading during crises and coordinating responses.
Safety Communication &

Awareness Facilitation:
Promoting safety awareness through effective communication.

Workplace Safety Compliance and

Policy Development:
Ensuring adherence to safety regulations and formulating policies.

Review and Hazard Mitigation in

Incident Action Plan:
Evaluating incidents and minimizing future risks.

Accident Investigation and Prevention: Investigating accidents and preventing their recurrence.
Site Safety and Health Plan Preparation and Coordination: Developing safety plans for specific sites.
Maintaining a Hazard-

Free Environment:
Creating a safe workspace for everyone.

Conducting Toolbox Meetings: Regularly discussing safety practices with employees.
Review and Approval of

Subcontractor Safety Plans:
Ensuring subcontractors follow safety guidelines.

Verification and Submission of Injury Logs and Reports: Keeping records and reporting incidents
Promotion and Enforcement of

Workplace Safety Practices:
Encouraging safe behaviours.

Safety Guidelines Enforcement and

Emergency Preparedness:
Implementing safety rules and emergency plans.

Emergency Preparedness and Communication: Being ready for unforeseen situations.
Monitoring and Compliance of Permit to Work (PTW)

Systems:
Ensuring permits are followed.

Safety Regulation Compliance and

Hazard Management:
Adhering to safety regulations

Job Hazard Analysis: Identifying and

Assessing Workplace Risks:
Evaluating risks systematically

Establishing Safety Standards, Policies, and Training: Setting guidelines and providing training.
Worker Safety and

Hazard Prevention:
Prioritizing employee safety

Addressing Employee Safety Concerns and

Ensuring Workplace Safety:
Listening to employees and taking action.

Coordination of

Hazardous Waste Management:
Handling hazardous waste safely.

Ensuring Safety Compliance in State and

Local Agencies:
Complying with legal requirements.

Department of Labor Reporting and Response: Reporting incidents as required.
Ensuring Workplace Safety and OSHA Compliance: Meeting OSHA standards.
Identifying and Reporting Weaknesses in

Safe Work Procedures:
Improving safety protocols.
Inherent Requirements

Knowledge and skills required

Technological proficiency
Computer literacy with Microsoft Office
Excell
Word
PowerPoint
Visio (Bonus)

Technical knowledge

Excell

ent knowledge of OHS Act and regulations.

Hazard Identification Risk Assessment
Understand manufacturing process and environment.
Incident investigation
Root cause analysis

Cognitive skills- Strong communication skills.

Observation skills
Emergency Management
Keen eye for detail.
Problem solving abilities.

Administration and process management- Strong Time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks. Ensuring the correct process is followed.

Strong Administration skills (Filling, labelling, updating)

Personal competencies

Communication and people skills
Excell

ent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, customers, and other stakeholders.

Teamwork- Strong interpersonal skills.

Stress-management- Ability to cope with increased workloads, and tight deadlines.

Stature- Sound decision-making skills, with the ability to make informed judgments and handle unexpected situations or challenges.

Assertiveness- Ability to maintain discipline under pressure.

Qualifications, Experience And Requirements