48 Environmental Health And Safety Director jobs in South Africa

Safety directors are responsible for developing, implementing, and managing health and safety policies and procedures in the workplace. Their duties include performing safety audits, conducting safety training sessions, and creating initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents on site. Safety directors also present annual safety reports to management.

We are looking for an experienced safety director to join our company. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating and overseeing health and safety protocols for the company, and ensuring that staff members are properly informed regarding emergency preparedness, use of protective equipment, and accident protocol.

To ensure success as a safety director, you should display exceptional knowledge of company safety policies and relevant occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) standards. Ultimately, an outstanding safety director should be able to identify opportunities to minimize workplace health hazards quickly and efficiently.

• Developing and implementing workplace safety policies and procedures in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Providing personnel with safety-related information such as training sessions, emergency protocols, and proper use of safety equipment.
• Reviewing existing policies and procedures to ensure they are up to date.
• Overseeing the company's daily operations and identifying opportunities for improvement of safety regulations.
• Performing safety audits and physically inspecting all work areas and jobsites to identify possible safety issues.
• Conducting risk assessments to minimize workplace accidents, occupational illnesses or long-term health hazards.
• Preparing monthly or annual safety reports and presenting the information to management.
• Collaborating with management to plan and implement a safety protocol budget.

• A bachelor's degree in safety management, environmental safety, or a similar field.
• A certificate in occupational health and safety management.
• At least 3 years' experience as a safety director or health and safety manager.
• Excellent knowledge of OSHA standards and federal safety legislation.
• Solid knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices in the workplace.
• Familiarity with writing health and safety policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Working knowledge of safety management software, such as iAuditor, SiteDocs, and Safesite.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.

Listing reference: arcmt_000614

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 24 August 2025

Industry: Manufacturing

Job category: Safety

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel are produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels.

At ArcelorMittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees. We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.

It is essential to regularly check your emails for updates regarding your application status. We utilise "Wamly”, a one-way recorded interview platform, to streamline our hiring process. Should you receive an invitation to complete a recorded interview, please ensure it is submitted by the specified deadline. Timely completion of this step is crucial for your application to be considered for the opportunity. We appreciate your diligence in this process and look forward to your participation.

ArcelorMittal South Africa is hiring for a Safety Specialist, AMSA - Project Management - Vanderbijlpark (S4-B)

Experience and Requirements:

• 5 Years applicable experience in a Safety environment and 2 years in Construction.
• Enforcement of Safety and Health according to the OHS Act No 85 of 1993
• Implementation of SHERQ Fatality Prevention Standards (FPS)
• Attend, arrange and chair where necessary, SHERQ, Site, meetings
• Ensure Contractors adherence to the safety specification through regular audits, inspections and discussions with Contractors.
• Compile and manage the safety file for the project
• Assist the contractors to compile safety files
• Updating weekly and monthly safety reports
• Do plant inspections
• Understand requirements of project Health and Safety plan to ensure project Health and Safety Plan and company Health and Safety Management System is implemented on project site
• Perform/facilitate preparation, review and modifications of risk assessments as required, for all project activities
• Maintain accident/incident record for on-site and off-site accidents related to project employees, vehicles, assist project personnel for preparing first information report
• Ensure regular inspections of tools, equipment and vehicles are performed, deficiencies corrected, and record maintained using appropriate forms
• Arrange and conduct emergency drills for identified emergencies on project
• Ensure work area environment is maintained safe through the proactive enforcement of Health and Safety rules and regulations
• Ensure subcontractors are aware and comply with Health and Safety rules and regulations on site
• Participate in audits and ensure follow-up and closeout of corrective actions for the findings raised during internal and external audits
• Assist Project Health and Safety Specialist in organizing and facilitating project Health and Safety meetings to review Health and Safety performance as necessary and participate in client meetings as requested.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills - to communicate with Senior Management, plant employees and external organizations.
• Innovative and an implementer.
• Service & results orientation.
• Customer orientation.
• Fluent in English
• Passion for Safety

Additional Experience and Requirements:

• 18 months applicable experience in a Safety environment and Construction environment.
• Valid driver's license and own transport
• You will be required to pass a medical fitness certificate to be considered for this position

Qualification Requirements:

• National Diploma in Safety Management or applicable NQF Level 6 qualification (ISO 9001; ISO 14001; ISO 45001).
• Register at the SACPCMP will be an advantage
• Legal Liability Training
• Incident investigation
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Listing reference: arcmt_000614

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 24 August 2025

Industry: Manufacturing

Job category: Safety

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel are produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels.

At ArcelorMittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees. We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.

It is essential to regularly check your emails for updates regarding your application status. We utilise "Wamly”, a one-way recorded interview platform, to streamline our hiring process. Should you receive an invitation to complete a recorded interview, please ensure it is submitted by the specified deadline. Timely completion of this step is crucial for your application to be considered for the opportunity. We appreciate your diligence in this process and look forward to your participation.

ArcelorMittal South Africa is hiring for a Safety Specialist, AMSA - Project Management - Vanderbijlpark (S4-B)

Experience and Requirements:

• 5 Years applicable experience in a Safety environment and 2 years in Construction.
• Enforcement of Safety and Health according to the OHS Act No 85 of 1993
• Implementation of SHERQ Fatality Prevention Standards (FPS)
• Attend, arrange and chair where necessary, SHERQ, Site, meetings
• Ensure Contractors adherence to the safety specification through regular audits, inspections and discussions with Contractors.
• Compile and manage the safety file for the project
• Assist the contractors to compile safety files
• Updating weekly and monthly safety reports
• Do plant inspections
• Understand requirements of project Health and Safety plan to ensure project Health and Safety Plan and company Health and Safety Management System is implemented on project site
• Perform/facilitate preparation, review and modifications of risk assessments as required, for all project activities
• Maintain accident/incident record for on-site and off-site accidents related to project employees, vehicles, assist project personnel for preparing first information report
• Ensure regular inspections of tools, equipment and vehicles are performed, deficiencies corrected, and record maintained using appropriate forms
• Arrange and conduct emergency drills for identified emergencies on project
• Ensure work area environment is maintained safe through the proactive enforcement of Health and Safety rules and regulations
• Ensure subcontractors are aware and comply with Health and Safety rules and regulations on site
• Participate in audits and ensure follow-up and closeout of corrective actions for the findings raised during internal and external audits
• Assist Project Health and Safety Specialist in organizing and facilitating project Health and Safety meetings to review Health and Safety performance as necessary and participate in client meetings as requested.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills - to communicate with Senior Management, plant employees and external organizations.
• Innovative and an implementer.
• Service & results orientation.
• Customer orientation.
• Fluent in English
• Passion for Safety

Additional Experience and Requirements:

• 18 months applicable experience in a Safety environment and Construction environment.
• Valid driver's license and own transport
• You will be required to pass a medical fitness certificate to be considered for this position

Qualification Requirements:

• National Diploma in Safety Management or applicable NQF Level 6 qualification (ISO 9001; ISO 14001; ISO 45001).
• Register at the SACPCMP will be an advantage
• Legal Liability Training
• Incident investigation
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

• 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.