247 Construction Health And Safety Officer jobs in South Africa

Construction Health & Safety Officer – Cape Town

A Building Refurbishment Company is looking for a Health and Safety Officer to be based in Cape Town.

Requirements for the position :

• Matric/Grade 12.
• Minimum five years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Registered by South African Council for the Project & Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as an CHSO. CHSM (Construction Health and Safety Officer) also accepted.
• Understanding of applicable legislation.
• IT literate (Excell/Word/PDF).
• Must be able to work to a deadline.

Main Responsibilities (but not limited to these only) :

• Keep up to date and ensure compliance with applicable legal & other requirements.
• Compile and consolidate Safety Files.
• Investigate health & safety incidents and accidents, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Conducting safety inspections and develop risk assessments for new activities and machinery.
• Report on health & safety related activities to Safety Consultants management.
• Compile statistics.
• Manage Subcontractor Compliance.
• Asbestos Inventory & Management
• Conduct and lead health and safety meetings.
• Identify hazards and determine ways to reduce or eliminate risks in the workplace.
• investigate health-related complaints and cases of ill health,
• Listen and investigate health and safety related issues from employees and address them with management.
• Identify hazardous waste, correct safe use, and the correct disposal thereof.
• Promote safety initiatives.
• Inspect equipment regularly for safe use.
• Obey any reasonable and lawful instruction from line management.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Observation skills (attention to detail)
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with people at all levels.

Other Requirements

• Clean criminal record
• Driver’s license

Please apply online or contact David on 021 – 531 2015 for more information.

Construction Healthy and Safety Officer – Cape Town

A Health and Safety Company working predominately in the Construction Industry is looking for a Health and Safety Officer to be based in Cape Town.

Requirements for the position :

• Health and Safety qualifications.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in construction health and safety management.
• Registered by South African Council for the Project & Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as an CHSO or CHSM.
• Understanding of applicable legislation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SHEQ software tools
• Must be able to work to a deadline.
• Must be able to work nights (where applicable).
• Experience as a consultant is advantageous

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Observation skills (attention to detail)
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with people at all levels.

Main Responsibilities (but not limited to these only) :

• Keep up to date and ensure compliance with applicable legal & other requirements,
• Investigate health & safety incidents and accidents, determine root cause, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Conducting safety inspections and develop risk assessments for new activities and machinery.
• Report on health & safety related activities to Safety Consultants management.
• Compile statistics.
• Supervise clients’ Health and Safety Representative.
• Conduct and lead health and safety meetings.
• Identify hazards and determine ways to reduce or eliminate risks in the workplace.
• Investigate health-related complaints and cases of ill health,
• Listen and investigate health and safety related issues from employees and address them with management.
• Identify hazardous waste, correct safe use, and the correct disposal thereof.
• Promote safety initiatives.
• Inspect equipment regularly for safe use.
• Obey any reasonable and lawful instruction from line management.

Other Requirements

• Must have own reliable and fully insured vehicle.
• Clean criminal record
• Reliable Wi-Fi and laptop

Please apply online or contact David on 021 – 531 2015 for more information.

We are looking for a seasoned Financial Crime Risk Assessment Specialist to join our team of experts responsible for providing ongoing oversight of the compliance issues impacting the financial crime risk profile. The role includes active engagement with segments on non-compliance issues raised by assurance providers or identified through breaches in key risk indicators. In addition, the incumbent will coordinate and participate in the group’s response to quarterly regulatory returns, periodic inspections, and progress reports on remediation.

Coordinate (manage / direct / contribute to) requests for information, quarterly returns to the regulator, and self-assessment questionnaires or declarations.

• Coordinate the group response to inspections by regulators, requesting information from segments, evaluating segment feedback, and submitting to regulators, including coordination of presentations.
• Perform monthly Archer logs reviews and facilitate meetings with the respective segment compliance teams to ensure non-compliance issues are complete, accurate, and valid when logged on Archer. Review risk ratings, root causes, and action plans, and assess the adequacy of actions to close findings promptly.
• Oversee attendance at key segment or business unit meetings.

Coordinate submissions for regulatory reports, consolidate to create a group view, and evaluate segment feedback. Assist with the collation, preparation, and distribution of financial crime compliance management, governance, and assurance reports from the Group Financial Crime. Support the quarterly Prudential Authority returns for ML/TF/PF, extracting data from sources within FSR (e.g., AML Ops).

Facilitate assessments and evaluate the controls' effectiveness. Track and follow up on corrective actions. Prepare high-risk themes for monitoring based on legislation, policies, standards, and guidance notes.

Manage and contribute to engagement with regulators, maintaining effective relationships across FirstRand’s financial crime centre of excellence and business unit compliance officers.

Perform any other ad hoc tasks assigned by the Group Head of Financial Crime Compliance or the Group Financial Crime Compliance Manager.

• Ambitious, driven, and resilient to change and challenges.
• Strategic thinker with operational excellence skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects.
• Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Trustworthy with highly sensitive information and collaborative in stakeholder engagement.
• Adaptable to workforce trends, including hybrid work models.
• Ability to translate complex data into compelling narratives for senior leadership.
• Agile mindset with a focus on quick delivery and continuous growth in technical and leadership skills.

Applications will not be accepted after 16/08/2025. Please submit applications before the closing date. All appointments will align with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may disclose disability information voluntarily; this will be kept confidential unless required by law.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Position: Health, Safety and Environmental Officer (Construction)

Ref: 4990

Location: Eastern Cape

Salary: Negotiable commensurate with qualification and experience

Email your CV to

Qualifications / Requirements:

Qualifications/certifications required:

• SAMTRAC/NEBOSH Certificate
• ISO 45001 - Introduction
• ISO 14001 - Introduction
• ISO 9001 - Introduction
• Legal Liability
• Fall Protection Planner
• Risk Assessor
• Incident Investigator

• First Aider
• Professional registration: SACPCMP registration as a CHSO
• Minimum of 4 years technical experience

Management and leadership skills:

• Mentoring skills
• Situational management of people

IT skills: Intermediate Word, Excel and Outlook

• Navigating on virtual meeting platforms

Systems and software skills:

• OneDrive and Bos
• SharePoint
• SHEQ compliance system

Personal effectiveness skills:

• Communication skills - verbal and written
• Conflict management
• Deadlines achievement
• Facilitation and presentation
• Interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills
• Problem solving ability
• Time management skills
• Good telephone etiquette

Technical skills:

• BCEA - basic
• Bi-laws and local municipalities
• Data analytics and collation
• Internal auditing - intermediate
• Planning and programming
• Reading of drawings
• Report writing skills
• Temporary works - advanced
• Train the Trainer - basic

Key Performance Areas:

Implement the HSE elements of the Business Operating System (BOS):

• Utilize the Company Business Operating System (BOS) to promote and maintain HSE compliance onsite as well and ensure compliance with all legislative standards and regulations
• Assess and approve contractor health and safety documentation and assist with guiding contractors where required
• Assist with drafting and implements task specific risk management documentation
• Implement project specific emergency preparedness plans and reviews effectiveness
• Conduct site inductions and assist with relevant training requirements
• Contribute to maintaining ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification
• Collate inspection check lists and ensures they are completed by appointed persons
• Case manage all incidents, provide First Aid where required and compile necessary reports
• Record and report on all HSE-related matters and oversees HSE-related document control
• Maintain non-conformance registers
• Assist with site shut-down procedure

Support site team and department in maintaining HSE compliance and ensure professional development:

• Act as an expert advisor on HSE related matters
• Ensure compliance with client specification and system requirements
• Assist the site team with HSE planning and advise accordingly
• Provide internal training where required

Assist with providing competitive advantage through improved efficiencies and reduced costs:

• Provide input into project resource management and pricing
• Manage change and risk to remain within budget
• Mitigate risk and realise opportunities
• Track penalties and contra charge costs
• Drive down incident rates and associated costs

Customer service:

• Ensure personal conduct in accordance with brand and company standard
• Ensure personal performance contributes to positive customer experience and customer satisfaction metrics

Teamwork:

• Contribute to team performance and morale and bring positive energy to the team environment
• Actively pursue personal improvement in line with role requirements; participate in team coaching and training
• Display ethical conduct and contribute to an environment of trust and a cohesive winning team culture
• Communicate and share effectively; play an active role in positive team dynamics and interdepartmental collaboration
• Respect diversity and contribute to an environment that values inclusivity

Desired Experience & Qualification

Email your CV to

Qualifications / Requirements:

Qualifications/certifications required:

• SAMTRAC/NEBOSH Certificate
• ISO 45001 - Introduction
• ISO 14001 - Introduction
• ISO 9001 - Introduction
• Legal Liability
• Fall Protection Planner
• Risk Assessor
• Incident Investigator

• First Aider
• Professional registration: SACPCMP registration as a CHSO
• Minimum of 4 years technical experience

Management and leadership skills:

• Mentoring skills
• Situational management of people

IT skills: Intermediate Word, Excel and Outlook

• Navigating on virtual meeting platforms

Systems and software skills:

• OneDrive and Bos
• SharePoint
• SHEQ compliance system

Personal effectiveness skills:

• Communication skills - verbal and written
• Conflict management
• Deadlines achievement
• Facilitation and presentation
• Interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills
• Problem solving ability
• Time management skills
• Good telephone etiquette

Technical skills:

• BCEA - basic
• Bi-laws and local municipalities
• Data analytics and collation
• Internal auditing - intermediate
• Planning and programming
• Reading of drawings
• Report writing skills
• Temporary works - advanced
• Train the Trainer - basic

Key Performance Areas:

Implement the HSE elements of the Business Operating System (BOS):

• Utilize the Company Business Operating System (BOS) to promote and maintain HSE compliance onsite as well and ensure compliance with all legislative standards and regulations
• Assess and approve contractor health and safety documentation and assist with guiding contractors where required
• Assist with drafting and implements task specific risk management documentation
• Implement project specific emergency preparedness plans and reviews effectiveness
• Conduct site inductions and assist with relevant training requirements
• Contribute to maintaining ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification
• Collate inspection check lists and ensures they are completed by appointed persons
• Case manage all incidents, provide First Aid where required and compile necessary reports
• Record and report on all HSE-related matters and oversees HSE-related document control
• Maintain non-conformance registers
• Assist with site shut-down procedure

Support site team and department in maintaining HSE compliance and ensure professional development:

• Act as an expert advisor on HSE related matters
• Ensure compliance with client specification and system requirements
• Assist the site team with HSE planning and advise accordingly
• Provide internal training where required

Assist with providing competitive advantage through improved efficiencies and reduced costs:

• Provide input into project resource management and pricing
• Manage change and risk to remain within budget
• Mitigate risk and realise opportunities
• Track penalties and contra charge costs
• Drive down incident rates and associated costs

Customer service:

• Ensure personal conduct in accordance with brand and company standard
• Ensure personal performance contributes to positive customer experience and customer satisfaction metrics

Teamwork:

• Contribute to team performance and morale and bring positive energy to the team environment
• Actively pursue personal improvement in line with role requirements; participate in team coaching and training
• Display ethical conduct and contribute to an environment of trust and a cohesive winning team culture
• Communicate and share effectively; play an active role in positive team dynamics and interdepartmental collaboration
• Respect diversity and contribute to an environment that values inclusivity

Package & Remuneration

Negotiable commensurate with qualification and experience