SHERQ Officer

Job Position: SHERQ Officer Ref: 5193 Location: PE/Gqeberha Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience + company vehicle and pension contribution

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Qualifications / Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Management, Occupational Health, or a related field
• NEBOSH, or equivalent safety qualification (advantageous)
• Valid fall protection planner registration (advantageous)
• Registered or eligible for registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. SACPCMP or SAIOHS - advantage)
• 2 to 5 years' experience in a SHERQ / HSE role
• Experience in industrial, logistics, manufacturing, gas or fuel environments preferred
• Proven experience in risk assessments, incident investigations, audits and inspections
• Exposure to ISO management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001)
• Experience conducting safety training and toolbox talks
• Strong knowledge of South African SHERQ legislation (OHS Act, Environmental legislation, COID Act and applicable SANS standards)
• Understanding of SHERQ management systems and compliance requirements
• Knowledge of hazard identification, risk control and emergency preparedness
• Familiarity with contractor management and permit-to-work systems
• Good reporting and record-keeping skills
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to risk management
• Confident and assertive with high levels of integrity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Calm, methodical problem-solver
• Hands-on, visible presence on site with a safety-first mindset

Key Performance Areas: Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Compliance:

• Implement and maintain the company's 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