89 Environmental Health Safety jobs in South Africa

• Compliance with all Environmental, health, and safety guidelines and procedures.

• Health, safety, and environmental reporting, including safety findings, incidents, near misses, housekeeping, PPE, and weekly summary.
• Assist & conduct the following types of audits: Statutory quarterly reporting, departmental HSE Files, contractor safety files,
• Attend daily meetings, review meetings with HSE Manager,
• Conduct follow-up audits to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in FMEA reviews
• Promote SHE awareness & undertake training with relevant personnel
• Report incidents in the Incidents Database and investigate root causes for corrective action
• Assist with and chair incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Assist in all related SHE activities as advised by the health and safety manager.
• Work according to Integrated (Environmental, Health and Safety) Management System requirements.
• Work according to Instructions / Procedures as pertaining to his/her operation function as assigned and abide by all legal (laws/by-laws) requirements / Company Policies and Practices
• Housekeeping management and monitoring

• Assisting and undertaking training of staff (inductions, SWPs, toolbox talks, safety conversations).
• Address environmental incidents and ensure compliance with the site specific EMPr.
• Arrange for collections and deliveries (example waste, environmental sampling equipment).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including but not limited to OSHA, GSR, NEMA, NEMAQA, NEMWA.

• Perform any other related duties in the interest of CEMZA as instructed.
• Work according to Integrated (Environmental and Quality) Management System requirements.
• Work according to Instructions / Procedures as pertaining to his/her operation function as assigned and abide by all legal (laws/by-laws) requirements / Company Policies and Practices.

• At least 3 years experience in a chemical/automotive/industrial environment.
• University qualification in Occupational Health and Safety/ Safety management/ environmental management or SAMTRAC or NEBOSH required.
• Formal qualification in ISO Systems (14001 and 45001) is advantageous.
• Good report writing skills
• Auditing experience is required
• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Well-spoken and can communicate with large groups
• Critical thinking
• Well-versed with the legislation surrounding health, safety, and environment.
• Good interpersonal and analytical skills
• Well organised, meticulous, and able to plan and prioritise activities.
• Understanding of working from heights, chemical management, and confined spaces advantageous.

We are seeking an experienced and self-driven Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Officer to take full ownership of HSE operations on a construction site. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the company's Business Operating System (BOS) and ensuring strict compliance with all legislative, regulatory, and ISO standards.

This is a hands-on, site-based role suited to a highly competent professional who can work independently, manage safety operations without daily supervision, and provide expert guidance to site management and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain HSE elements of the Business Operating System (BOS) across all site activities.
• Lead and oversee all health, safety, and environmental initiatives on site to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Monitor and manage sub-contractor compliance, ensuring adherence to HSE policies and procedures.
• Support and guide site teams in achieving and maintaining ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification.
• Investigate incidents and non-conformances, recommending corrective and preventative actions.
• Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety training to promote a strong safety culture on site.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through efficiency gains, cost reduction, and risk minimisation.
• Act as the primary HSE liaison with clients, professional teams, and internal stakeholders.

RequirementsQualifications & Certifications:

• SACPCMP Registration (valid for 5+ years)
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH Certification
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Beneficial& Certifications:

• Legal Liability Certificate
• Fall Protection Plan Training
• Incident Investigation Certification
• First Aid Certification

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years' technical experience as an HSE Officer in the Building Construction Sector.
• Proven track record of independently managing HSE on active construction sites.

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Strong understanding of South African HSE legislation, Applicable By-Laws, standards, and best practices.
• Proven ability to work independently under pressure and make sound decisions on site.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to advise and influence site management and subcontractors.
• Analytical and detail-oriented approach to risk management and incident prevention.

Additional Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's licence and own reliable transport.
• Must reside within Gauteng.

Reporting Line

Reports directly to the Regional HSE Manager.

We are seeking an experienced and self-driven Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Officer to take full ownership of HSE operations on a construction site. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the company’s Business Operating System (BOS) and ensuring strict compliance with all legislative, regulatory, and ISO standards .

This is a hands-on, site-based role suited to a highly competent professional who can work independently, manage safety operations without daily supervision, and provide expert guidance to site management and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

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  Implement and maintain HSE elements of the Business Operating System (BOS) across all site activities.

  
  


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  Lead and oversee all health, safety, and environmental initiatives on site to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.

  
  


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  Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks.

  
  


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  Monitor and manage sub-contractor compliance , ensuring adherence to HSE policies and procedures.

  
  


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  Support and guide site teams in achieving and maintaining ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification.

  
  


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  Investigate incidents and non-conformances, recommending corrective and preventative actions.

  
  


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  Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety training to promote a strong safety culture on site.

  
  


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  Contribute to continuous improvement through efficiency gains, cost reduction, and risk minimisation .

  
  


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  Act as the primary HSE liaison with clients, professional teams, and internal stakeholders .

  
  
  

Requirements Qualifications & Certifications:

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  SACPCMP Registration (valid for 5+ years)

  
  


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  SAMTRAC or NEBOSH Certification

  
  


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  Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

  
  

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  Legal Liability Certificate

  
  


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  Fall Protection Plan Training

  
  


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  Incident Investigation Certification

  
  


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  First Aid Certification

  
  

Experience:

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  Minimum 5+ years’ technical experience as an HSE Officer in the Building Construction Sector .

  
  


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  Proven track record of independently managing HSE on active construction sites .

  
  
  

Key Competencies & Attributes

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  Strong understanding of South African HSE legislation, Applicable By-Laws, standards, and best practices.

  
  


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  Proven ability to work independently under pressure and make sound decisions on site.

  
  


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  Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to advise and influence site management and subcontractors .

  
  


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  Analytical and detail-oriented approach to risk management and incident prevention.

  
  

Additional Requirements

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  Must have a valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport .

  
  


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  Must reside within Gauteng .

  
  

Reporting Line

Reports directly to the Regional HSE Manager .

#WeAreAverda

About Us

Averda is the leading waste management and recycling company in the emerging world, operating in India and across the Middle East and Africa. The company provides a broad and specialized range of services to over 60,000 clients - large and small - across private and public sectors. These include the municipal authorities of major cities and household names in a wide range of sectors including oil & gas, automotive, retail and hospitality.

Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Dubai, Averda increasingly focuses on providing sustainable solutions which extract value from waste, reducing use of the planet's limited natural resources and driving the circular economy. The company's portfolio of services range from collecting bins and cleaning city streets to sorting, composting, recycling and disposing of household waste as well as safely managing highly-regulated hazardous waste streams including medical waste and dangerous chemicals. Recent investments have further developed the company's waste treatment capabilities, with the goal of providing circular recovery options in all markets.

The company currently employs over 9,000 people worldwide, helping to provide secure employment amongst the communities it serves. Protection of environmental and human health is the company's highest priority, and it operates in full compliance with international standards for quality control wherever it operates, currently: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Morocco, South Africa, and India.

Our Mission

To treat, recover and recycle more than 80% of the waste that flows through our fleet and facilities using innovative sustainable solutions that satisfy our customers' needs.

For over 30 years, we've taken pride in keeping cities, communities, and the environment clean and sanitary. But today we go far beyond just cleaning. We provide a full end-to-end service for our clients across developing and emerging economies who, like us, care about what happens to their waste. Together, we find solutions which recover or unlock the value in materials others call 'waste'. We use the latest technology and our best creative minds to solve environmental problems and ensure we leave a cleaner and more sustainable world for our children.

Our Values

Deliver. Care. Inspire

Our values remain the same as the day we were founded - deliver, care and inspire. We deliver for our clients. We care for our planet and our people. We inspire others through our actions.

Our Vision

Our world without waste.

We share a vision of a world where materials are not merely discarded, but are reused, recycled, and recovered. A world without waste.

Role Summary

The high-level overview of what the job is required to do:

• Design & maintain the integrated OHSE Management system
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• Impacts and Aspects register
• Mitigation controls
• Manage training
• Incident and accident investigations
• Emergency Management
• Manage Key performance indicators
• OHSE communication
• Audit Management
• Project / Initiative management
• Document and record control
• Enforcement of OHSE regulations, policies and procedures.
• Management of legal registers
• Environmental Compliance management
• ISO / other standards Management
• Systems management
• Managing OHSE requirements on client site
• Contractor management

Qualifications

Accredited Safety Training such as:

• SAMTRAC
• National Occupational certificate: Occupational Health & Safety
• NEBOSH
• ISO Certification

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' practical experience in Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance Management.
• Waste Management industry (advantageous)

Knowledge

• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards: Understanding National and local health, and safety regulations.
• Effective communication and people skills: Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, and other stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills: Ability to identify hazards, assess risks, and develop solutions.
• Organizational and time management skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Diligence: Ability to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team: Ability to work effectively both with minimal supervision and as part of a larger team.
• A strong understanding of South African environmental legislation and the legal frameworks surrounding compliance and enforcement is vital.
• Trained in the Introduction to ISO certification and experience with regards to ISO certification and auditing.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience in Waste Management and transport would be beneficial.

Technical Competencies

• Computer literacy (Outlook, excel, pivot tables, PPT, etc.)
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools: Familiarity with safety management software, data analysis tools, and other relevant technologies.
• Comfortable taking initiatives
• Ability to work to deadlines and to efficiently priorities workload
• Must enjoy working within a team

If you think you have what it takes to make the world a cleaner place, if you can see value where others see waste and if you aren't afraid of a challenge, why not start your journey with us today.

Averda welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, actively promotes diversity in the workforce, and is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives.

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Position: Health, Safety & Risk Officer

Location: Camperdown, Pietermaritzburg

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Relevant Health and Safety qualification
• 3 Years' experience in a similar position
• Familiar with the feed milling industry regarding quality standards and systems.
• Safety, risk and Health knowledge in a Manufacturing environment
• Proficient in MS Office
• Valid drivers license

Responsibilities:

• Comply with and implement company Safety, Health & Risk policies, procedures and work instructions
• Implement Health, Safety and Risk to meet all relevant legal and Company requirements.
• Ensure to have monthly Health and Safety meetings and keep record of all the meetings conducted.
• Send record/minutes of meetings to National Safety, Health and Risk Coordinator as well as Branch Manager and provide feedback to all parties involved.
• Ensure that all Health, Safety and Risk is communicated to all staff at branch level with regards to their responsibilities and authorities.
• Together with the Branch Management facilitate the process in appointing First Aiders, Fire Fighters and Health and Safety Representatives.
• Implement and coordinate training for Health, Safety and Risk together with HR and Training department at Head Office.
• Ensuring that the plant is free from mycotoxins and salmonella by performing monthly checks.
• Joined responsibility with the Branch Manager for all contractors entering into the premises and ensuring that they are taken through an Induction.
• Responsible for the Safety induction of new employees before they start with their new job
• Responsible for all injuries on duty and to ensure that employees get the proper medical attention needed.
• Ensure that the correct form of PPE is being used by staff at all times.
• Report on housekeeping practices in production area, workshop and outside factory, in line with the company health and safety and environmental guidelines.
• Ensure that all Quality, Safety, Risk, Environmental, Production and Logistical, systems are maintained.
• Update and maintain the quality data system

A leading tech innovator operating at the cutting-edge of connectivity is seeking a results-driven Health & Safety Custodian. Shape safety culture, champion compliance, and drive impactful risk management across dynamic office and site environments. If you thrive on accountability, attention to detail, and excel in audits and training, this is your next challenge. Degree, SAMTRAC and five years experience required.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

• National Diploma Health and Safety Management
• NEBOSH, IOSH
• 5 to 6 years' experience as Health and Safety Officer
• Own transport essential
• Must reside within a radius of not more than 20km from Alberton
• Will be required to be on site early from time to time to do toolbox talks and also later for shift change at 16h45

HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER

Location: - Airport Industrial Park

This position will be based at our Coastal Meat Distribution Centre in Airport Industrial Park 2, Cape Town and will report directly to the Dc Manager.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for a responsible Health and Safety Manager who will ensure the Health and Safety peformance of our Manufacturing and Distribution centre . To protect our colleagues and members of the public from harm by developing safe systems of work and to prevent accidents and ill health.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Tertiary Qualification in Health and Safety Management
• Minimum of 2 year experience in a Health and Safety work environment in a managerial role in a Warehouse environment
• Capable of multi-tasking and professionally interacting with others in a fast-paced- work environment
• MS Word, Excel

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Comply with health and Safety legislation
• Accountable for health and safety performance
• Establish health and safety standards in the Dc
• Ensure safe working procedures are implemented
• Develop a positive health and safety culture
• Manage emergency procedures
• Respond to health and Safety – related complaints or issues
• Accident and investigations
• Ensure Health and Safety meetings are held as per company procedure

PERSON SPEC:

• Ability to use good judgment, initiative, and make good decisions with limited supervision.
• Must possess moderate level of numeracy and analytical skills.
• Have proven problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Friendly and able to work in a team
• Show good initiative
• To be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be willing to work Weekends and on Public holidays

Please email your updated CV in Word format to:

Closing date: 19/09/2025

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/04/13

Company Overview
SKG Properties specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate. Joining us means seizing an opportunity to work in a dynamic, industry leading property company in South Africa, where ethic, customer service and teamwork are the foundation of our success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to all the rules and regulations.
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
• Advise and lead employees on various safety-related topics.
• Check if all the employees are acting in adherence with rules and regulations.
• Compile H&S File and supporting documentation for approval for new projects.
• Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures.
• Conduct site visits and monthly audits on the relevant projects.
• Enforce preventative measures.
• Identify process bottlenecks and offer timely solutions.
• Initiate and organize OHS training of employees and executives.
• Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g., not using protective equipment).
• Prepare and present reports on accidents and violations and determine causes.
• Prepare educational seminars and webinars on a regular basis.
• Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management.
• Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle workers compensation claims.
• Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation.
• Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy.
• Support the development of OHS policies and programs.
• Work with HR to set up a new employee on-boarding process for safety.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Samtrac
• Minimum five years on site experience
• Registered with the SACPCMP as a Health and Safety Officer
• Incident Investigation
• Valid Drivers Licence

SKILLS:

• Proven experience as safety officer.
• In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g., OHS Act, SANS) and procedures.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Diligent with great attention to detail. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics.

To submit your application kindly visit the SKG Properties career website or click on the link at:

Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.
Should you not have been contacted by 30 August 2025 please consider your application unsuccessful.