1 Health And Safety Regulations jobs in South Africa

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MAIN PURPOSE

The Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring organizational adherence to SHE-related regulatory and certification frameworks, including ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), and PAPIA (Promotion of Access to Information Act). This role focuses on compliance verification, certification maintenance, and ensuring that the SHE Operations department effectively implements and maintains day-to-day requirements. The officer will conduct audits, manage certification processes, perform risk assessments, and oversee regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

SHE Management System Implementation & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain the SHE management system in alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate compliance with OHSA, MHSA, and other relevant local, national, and international regulations.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA and PAPIA regarding SHE-related data and documentation.
  
  

• Prepare for and conduct internal and external audits for ISO 14001, ISO 45001, POPIA, and PAPIA certifications.
• Identify non-conformities, implement corrective actions, and ensure continuous certification compliance.
  
  

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential health, safety, and environmental hazards.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to maintain compliance with regulatory and certification requirements.
• Investigate and report workplace incidents and near misses, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
  
  

• Conduct internal compliance audits to verify adherence to ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support external audits by regulatory bodies and certification agencies.
• Ensure compliance with legal and certification requirements, updating policies and procedures as needed.
  
  

• Develop and facilitate training programs on SHE certification standards, regulatory updates, and best practices.
• Conduct regular awareness sessions on information security best practices within SHE operations.
• Collaborate with SHE Operations and other departments to integrate safety and environmental considerations into operational processes.
• Serve as the point of contact for SHE compliance inquiries and regulatory discussions.
  
  

• Maintain accurate records to demonstrate compliance with SHE certification and legal standards.
• Monitor SHE performance metrics, analyze trends, and prepare reports for management review.
• Ensure information security protocols are in place to protect sensitive SHE data from unauthorized access.
  
  

• Stay updated on ISO standard revisions, regulatory laws, and industry best practices to maintain compliance.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SHE processes and risk management strategies
  
  

• SO 45001 Lead Auditor or Implementer Certification.
• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor or Implementer Certification.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent).
• SAMTRAC or recognized occupational health & safety certification.
• Certification in POPIA compliance and data protection (e.g., Certified Information Privacy Professional – CIPP or equivalent).
  
  

• Minimum 3 years of experience conducting compliance audits for ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in SHE compliance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing certification audits and ensuring continuous compliance.
• Minimum 2 years of experience developing and facilitating compliance training related to ISO and legal requirements.
  
  

• Auditing & Inspection Skills: Conducting internal and external audits for ISO 45001, ISO 14001, POPIA, and PAPIA compliance.
• Risk Assessment & Management: Identifying compliance risks, assessing their impact, and recommending corrective actions.
• Incident Investigation & Compliance Verification: Ensuring SHE incidents align with certification and regulatory requirements.
• Certification Process Management: Coordinating and maintaining ISO certifications and compliance requirements.
• Policy & Procedure Development: Creating and updating compliance policies and procedures as per regulatory standards.
• Training & Facilitation: Developing and delivering training on SHE certification standards and regulatory compliance. Docusign Envelope ID: E27FB498-2AF8-4AC6-9E2B-711C6AB18711 COMPANY CONFIDENTIAL Safety, Health and Environmental Compliance Officer Job Description SCH-QMS-TEMP-00746-R01 JDS-10542-R01 Page 3 of 4
• Documentation & Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate compliance records and audit documentation.
• Regulatory Compliance Monitoring: Keeping track of legal and certification requirements and ensuring adherence.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Collaborating with SHE Operations and external auditors for compliance execution.
• Report Writing & Compliance Documentation: Preparing compliance reports and ensuring proper documentation for audits.
  
  

• ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety): Understanding OHS management system requirements and implementation.
• ISO 14001 (Environmental Management): Knowledge of environmental management system standards and compliance.
• POPIA & PAPIA (Data Protection & Information Access Regulations): Understanding data protection and access to information regulations.
• SHE Regulatory Frameworks & Legal Requirements: Familiarity with national and international SHE laws and standards.
• Certification & Audit Processes: Knowledge of the audit lifecycle, including internal and external certification audits.
• Compliance Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating compliance risks in an industrial environment.
• Occupational Health & Safety Standards: Understanding safety regulations and best practices in the workplace.
• Environmental Legislation & Best Practices: Awareness of environmental compliance and sustainability measures.
• Incident Reporting & Investigation Procedures: Knowledge of reporting standards for SHE incidents and follow-up processes.
• Continuous Improvement Principles in Compliance: Staying updated on regulatory changes and best practices in compliance.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Mining

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