41 Ehs Coordinator jobs in South Africa

Join an FMCG team as an EHS Coordinator in Gauteng!

In this position, get ready to support and improve plant safety, health, and environmental programs by ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a safety culture.

Responsibilities include:

1. Risk management
2. Compliance assistance
3. EHS monitoring and reporting
4. Conducting safety training
5. Supporting environmental management initiatives

We're looking for EHS professionals with 1 – 3 years' FMCG experience and a relevant tertiary qualification in Safety or Environmental Health.

To start the application process, send your CV to NDC Personnel & Contractors today.

NDC Personnel & Contractors adheres to the requirements of the POPI Act. If you have not heard from us within 14 days from applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Plan and follow-up EHS planned activities in daily basis.
• Conducts assessments on FSO EHS Inspectors work, Live activities and Post Activities.
• Lead/Audit training and experience for FSO Newly injected Teams and EHS Inspectors

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certification in EHS (e.g. NEBOSH, OSHA ).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in EHS management within telecom industry.

SUMMARY :

Manage the implementation of QA & EHS processes, policies, and procedures across various projects to ensure compliance with legislation (OHAS Act), company requirements, SOPs, and client standards and objectives.

POSITION INFO :

• QA & EHS Coordinator (Fixed-Term Contract)

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the implementation of QA & EHS processes, policies, and procedures across projects to ensure compliance with legislation, company standards, SOPs, and client standards.
• Vet contractors for EHS compliance before they perform work for clients.
• Conducting internal and external EHS & QA spot checks and site audits, maintaining records, and reporting on quality performance and audit findings, ensuring findings are addressed.
• Participating in project induction and quality training to promote safety awareness.
• Applying the 4-Stage, 16-Step QA methodology.
• Investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
• Identifying and resolving risk and quality issues.
• Implementing continuous improvement initiatives aligned with our quality policy focused on customer-centric, process-based, and financially supportive operations.

Requirements :

• Degree or diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in QA and EHS management within the telecommunications or engineering industries.
• In-depth knowledge of the OHAS Act, EHS regulations, and QM principles.
• Strong communication and reporting skills, with proven experience in conducting audits, stakeholder engagement, project management methodologies, and QM systems.

1. QA & EHS Coordinator (Fixed-Term Contract)

Manage the Implementation of QA & EHS Process, Policies and Procedures across various Projects ensuring compliance to Legislature (OHAS Act), Company requirements and SOPs , and Client standards and Objectives.

EHS Vetting of Contractors (manage their qualifications) to ensure compliance before they perform work for clients.
Conduct Internal and External EHS & QA Spot Checks and Site Audits , keep records of , and Report on Quality Performance and Audit findings, making sure that findings are addressed.
Participate in project induction training and quality training to promote safety awareness.
Apply The 4-Stage, 16-Step QA Methodology.

Incident investigation and corrective action.
Identify and Resolve Risk issues and Quality Issues .
Implement Continuous Improvement via our Quality Policy (Customer-Centric, Process-Based & Financial Operation Supporting).

Requirements:
Degree or Diploma in a relevant descipline
Experience in QA and EHS management in the telecommunications or engineering industries.

In-Depth Knowledge of OHAS Act, EHS regulations, and QM principles.
Strong skills and Proven experience in Communication & Reporting (To Stakeholders and Cross-Functional Teams), Conducting Audits , PM methodologies and QM systems.

Advert reference: uj_001740

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 10 January 2025

Job category: Education and Training

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Open to all

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice.

• Teach epidemiology and public health to postgraduate students
• Develop and update epidemiology and public health modules as deemed fit
• Participate in departmental meetings and academic committees
• Supervise postdoctoral, doctoral and MPH students, interns, and research assistants
• Participate in the accreditation of academic programmes and their evaluations

• Lead and co-lead research projects and initiatives to completion within budget and timeframe
• Secure internal and external research funding to support the research projects and related activities of PACER
• Promote and conduct cutting-edge research, including collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in PACER research priority areas aligned to the mission of PACER and Faculty
• Collaborate with PACER collaborators as well as build new collaborations with other researchers, organizations, and institutions
• Foster a collaborative and innovative research environment, encouraging ongoing learning, and growth
• Produce and co-produce high-quality research outputs that effectively communicate research findings and insights to funders, internal and external stakeholders
• Drive knowledge dissemination through presentation of research findings at conferences, webinars, and workshops, among others
• Serve on editorial boards of reputable journals and participate in professional networks and memberships
• Engage and contribute to PACER, departmental and Faculty outreach, and community engagement programmes
• Participate in the University-linked community development projects

• Perform operational, leadership and strategic duties of PACER
• Provide operational and strategic leadership of PACER
• Administration and management of PACER including overseeing the compilation of progress reports, financial reports and attending Directors’ meetings
• Attend annual and progress meetings relating to PACER
• Enhance the reputation of the EMU, monitor the progress of the EMU, identify potential roadblocks, and implement appropriate strategies to mitigate risks and maintain functionality of the EMU
• Oversee the proper discharge of administrative duties of the EMU including supervising personnel, financial management, and operations
• Provide guidance, support, mentorship, and performance evaluations
• Execute duties reasonably requested by the SAMRC, HOD and the Executive Dean
• Participate in official gatherings of the SAMRC EMUs, the University and committees
• Participate in the official meetings of the SAMRC, department and faculty
• Regular communication of PACER activities with the funder, collaborators, researchers, and students
• Ensure that staff and students adhere to the University’s Rules and Regulations

• PhD in the relevant field (e.g., Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, Health Sciences, and/or related field)
• Proven expertise in Epidemiology and Public Health
• Proven experience in research leadership and management
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and team management capabilities, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Track record of expertise in HIV and key populations research
• Proficiency in research methodologies, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools
• Ability to collaborate effectively with transdisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Record of successful postgraduate supervision
• Track record of research and scholarly publications
• Competence in biostatistical analysis software e.g.: SPSS, STATA, etc.
• Grant writing and fundraising expertise
• Community engagement and advocacy skills

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent command of the field Epidemiology and public health and/or related field
• Use of current trends of assessment and evaluation strategies
• Excellent leadership, management, organizing ability and administration skills
• The ability to function independently as well as in a team
• Effective communication and relationship management skills
• Collaboration and networking skills
• Excellent research and supervision skills
• Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure
• Community engagement and advocacy skills
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• Computer literacy and implementation thereof in educational settings of contact and mobile learning
• Strong work ethic
• Show adaptability in the teaching and learning environment in becoming an active team-player and to address possible challenges in the environment in a proactive manner

• NRF rated or in a position to be rated within a year
• Higher Education Experience
• Experience in managing a research entity
• Experience in using statistical software

Enquiries regarding the job content: Dr TP Mbonane on Tel: (

Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Innocent Masoka (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021) , to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO) . The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO .

Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction with merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.