Health and Safety Technician - Centurion, South Africa - NEOC People

NEOC People

Verified Company

Centurion, South Africa

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Role Description:

As a Health and Safety Installer, you are responsible for ensuring the installation, maintenance, and recertification of fall protection systems, adhering to relevant safety regulations and standards.

The role involves conducting risk assessments, managing project documentation, communicating with stakeholders, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting project implementation. This position requires regular local travel, punctuality, professionalism, and maintaining a high standard of health and safety practices. A valid driver's license is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

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Safety Standards and Regulations:

Stay current with safety regulations and standards, including EN/CE and SANS (South African National Standards), ensuring that all fall protection systems comply with these standards.
Conduct risk assessments to identify potential fall hazards on construction sites or existing structures.

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Recertification and Inspections:

Perform quarterly and annual recertification of installed systems following the initial installation date.
Address any issues or deficiencies identified during inspections with the Operations Manager.

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Project Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and uptodate project documentation, including plans, specifications, inspection reports, and safety records.
Submit weekly progress reports to the Operations Manager on installation projects in line with the Project meeting minutes agenda for each project.

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Communication and Coordination:

Communicate regularly with the Operations Manager on project updates, including client requirements, additional services, contractor compliance, and project progress.
Participate in weekly progress meetings with clients, engineers, and contractors onsite as required.
Coordinate and lead safety file audits to ensure legal compliance before project commencement, including subcontractor safety files.

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Project Management and Safety:

Manage installation projects from safety file approval to client liaison, project implementation on site, and project handover upon completion.
Oversee subcontractors performing installations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards during the project.
Ensure the implementation and maintenance of the health and safety management plan specific to each project.

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Health and Safety Compliance:

Conduct and coordinate Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and other relevant documentation required by the client.
Communicate with the local Department of Labour during inspections.
Ensure compliance with audit and surveillance requirements for the health and safety management plan.

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Training and Safety Culture:

Determine health and safety training requirements and maintain accurate training records.
Conduct induction training and Toolbox Talks as required.
Support and guide site supervision in their daily duties, ensuring compliance with task hazards and work assessments.
Lead by example in health and safety practices, such as wearing the correct PPE and promoting a positive safety culture.

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Facilities Management and On-Site Safety:

Check construction plant conformance to statutory requirements and regulations.
Manage site statistics on manpower, safety, and environmental requirements.
Participate in weekly meetings by addressing health and safety statistics and other relevant matters.
Ensure compliance with client expectations during highrisk projects, including working at heights.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

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Safety Compliance:

Ensure 100% compliance with safety regulations and standards (e.g., EN/CE, SANS) across all projects.
Zero safety violations or incidents reported during installation projects.
Conduct at least two safety audits per quarter and address any deficiencies promptly.

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Project Timeliness:

Complete 95% of projects on or ahead of schedule.
Limit project delays due to safety or compliance issues to under 5% of total project time.

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Quality of Installations:

Achieve a rework rate of less than 2% for installations after initial completion.
Receive positive client feedback on installation quality and safety, with a target satisfaction rate of 90%.
Complete quarterly and annual recertifications without significant adjustments or deficiencies.

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Risk Assessment Accuracy:

Conduct risk assessments on 100% of projects before commencement.
Identify and address all potential fall hazards during risk assessments.
Limit the occurrence of unaddressed hazards during project progress to less than 1%.

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Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain 100% accuracy in project documentation, including plans, specifications, inspection reports, and safety records.
Submit weekly progress reports to the Operations Manager with 100% ontime delivery.
Ensure safety file audits are completed before project commencement