HSSE Officer

Primary Responsibilities:
Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Compliance:

• Implement and maintain the companys SHERQ management systems across all depots.
• Provide guidance and support to appointed 16(2) and 8(2) responsible persons to ensure ongoing legal and operational compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are identified.

Audits and Inspections:

• Plan, conduct and coordinate internal and external SHERQ audits across depots.
• Audit HSE compliance, driver, vehicle and safety files against legislative and company requirements.
• Prepare sites, documentation and employees for audits and inspections.
• Communicate audit findings, agree corrective actions and track close-out.

Policies, Procedures and Documentation:

• Assist the SHEQ Manager with drafting, reviewing and updating SHERQ policies, procedures, risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
• Ensure documents are reviewed following incidents, audits or changes to operations and aligned to best practice.

Incident Management and Investigations:

• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions and identify root causes.
• Assign, review and submit incident investigations for approval.
• Assist managers and investigators with corrective actions and Lessons Learnt communications.

Training, Communication and Safety Culture:

• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks and internal safety training.
• Coordinate and schedule external training for drivers and relevant staff.
• Promote a positive safety culture through regular engagement with employees and contractors.
• Chair safety committee meetings and address concerns raised across all depots.

Environmental and Regulatory Compliance:

• Initiate and monitor environmental actions to protect employee health and the environment.
• Implement preventative measures as per environmental assessments and expert recommendations.
• Represent the company during Department of Labour visits and inspections, including preparation and staff support.

Contractor and Service Provider Management:

• Draft project-specific health and safety specifications and baseline risk assessments for contractors.
• Pre-vet, approve and audit contractor safety files.
• Conduct ongoing contractor audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Reporting and Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor and manage SHERQ key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Compile and submit required reports to professional and regulatory bodies, including RTMS.
• Identify non-compliance trends and drive corrective actions.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Management, Occupational Heal
  
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