Health and Safety Officer

Our client, situated in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town in Muizenberg, is the local branch of an international food manufacturing facility. The company is one of the South African market-leaders in manufacturing therapeutic foods, while operating under extreme food safety conditions and standards.

The company’s Technical Department is looking for a Health and Safety Officer to join the team. The incumbent will be part of the Technical Team and report to the Process Engineer and/or Technical Manager.

Duties:

• Conducting internal Health and Safety audits and risk assessments
• Writing reports on audit findings and risk, and providing recommendations
• Taking responsibility for Health and Safety Management System administration and management
• Ensuring timely and accurate completion of all monthly checklists and compliance reports
• Filing and record-keeping of all important Health and Safety documentation, reports, claims etc.
• Procuring all safety stock (replenishing of First Aid boxes, signage, fire extinguishers)
• Ensuring annual servicing of fire equipment and staff medical assessments
• Documenting all Safe Work procedures and conducting training
• Scheduling all external safety training and managing the Health and Safety training matrix
• Taking responsibility for incident reporting (completing of injury on duty forms, liaising with the department regarding claims and benefits, etc.)
• Conducting toolbox talks
• Taking responsibility for waste management (maintaining all records and ensuring correct disposal)
• Acting as the stand-in Health and Safety Chairperson when needed

Requirements:

• Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field
• Certification in Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, SAMTRAC, Hazchem, ISO 45001, HIRA)
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in Manufacturing
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation and standards
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC), quality control, and regulatory compliance in the food industry will be advantageous
• Familiarity with sustainability practices
• Computer literate (MS Office, i-Comply, intermediate to advanced Excel skills, experience with H&S Management systems)
• Excellent problem-solving / root cause analysis skills
• Exceptional incident investigation skills
• Analytical and logical thinker
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to maintain high standards, good work ethic and integrity

The company offers market-related remuneration and pension benefits, based on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.