248 Health Safety jobs in South Africa

To coordinate, support, and advise Masslift on all aspects regarding Health & Safety. To develop, establish, manage, and monitor standards, processes, communications, training, and systems to ensure all responsibilities associated with Health & Safety are adhered to.

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (or similar)
• Related and practical experience in a forklift or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, IT, and presentation skills.
• Professional approach coupled with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• Effective handling of Health & Safety investigations.
• Experience in formulating, implementing, and revising Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.

• Ensure a safe workplace environment in all branches without risk to health.
• Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are adhered to, regularly reviewed, updated, and communicated.
• Ensure that Masslift meets its statutory obligations related to health, safety, and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
• Complete and regularly review risk assessments for all work equipment, operations, dealers, and suppliers.
• Document, investigate, and implement improvements for all accidents.
• Carry out safety inspections, fire drills, and manage safety procedures, ensuring employees are aware of their responsibilities.
• Develop health & safety policies, systems of work, and procedures.
• Maintain full and accurate health and safety training records.
• Implement a documented program of health and safety inspections, audits, and checks.
• Establish a structured health & safety training program across the company.
• Manage and chair the Health & Safety Committee meetings, ensuring action points are completed timely.
• Stay updated with relevant health, safety, and welfare legislation and communicate changes to the company.
• Provide regular health & safety reports to the CEO.
• Attend management meetings to report on health & safety matters.
• Perform other duties as required by management.
• Inspect facilities periodically for problems and maintenance needs.
• Address building maintenance or cleaning concerns.
• Ensure SLA compliance with suppliers (cleaning, water coolers, etc.).
• Manage Masslift's cleaning staff and oversee contracted cleaning staff.
• Inspect building systems periodically (heating, ventilation, generator, etc.).
• Develop and implement a maintenance plan ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Monitor inventory of materials and equipment.
• Coordinate building and maintenance projects, such as renovations.

• Ensure compliance of the project with relevant OHS and Construction Regulations.


• Continuously develop, implement, and improve the H&S plans, programmes, and procedures in the workplace. (Emergency procedures, firefighting, and first aid.)


• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments as required by the project.


• Conduct incident investigations and unsafe working conditions, identify possible causes, and recommend and implement corrective action. Oversee the maintenance of all OHS records.


• Assist in the preparation of project specific health and safety documentation for distribution to contractors for inclusion into their tender submissions.


• Make sure that personal protective equipment is being used in workplace according to regulations.

The company currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and attentive to detail Health and Safety Officer to join their team and drive company Health and Safety initiatives and programmes. This position requires someone who is energetic and able to work in a fast paced, pressurized environment. . The candidate will be based in Carletonville, however local road travel will be required between various sites and head office. 

The successful candidate will:

• Ensure compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including safety induction and training
• Promote and ensure adherence to the safety policy and procedures
• Keep management up to date and informed about legislative requirements regarding health and safety requirements.
• Create safety procedures and develop training programmes to enhance safe working conditions
• Review and update emergency procedures as and when necessary
• Conduct site inspections and audits as required identifying and minimizing the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions
• Conduct workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
• Design and implement responses to the above mentioned HIRA’s
• Inspect the place of work to determine whether any machinery, plant, equipment, substance, appliances or process is of such nature liable to cause bodily injury to any person working in the place of work
• Investigate any accident, near-miss incident, dangerous occurrence or occupational disease that occurred in the place of work,
• Design and implement responses to limit or prevent a recurrence thereof
• Compile and submit health and safety related reports to management and third parties
• Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour as and when required i.e. regarding Sec 24 incidents.
• Responsible for monitoring contractors and venders working on Isinyithi sites, to ensure that Health & Safety practices are applied and upheld at all times

Qualifying Attributes

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Excellent standards in execution
• Ability to work under challenging conditions

Salary : We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Health and Safety Officer in the Forklift or Manufacturing Industry
• Relevant Health and Safety Qualification required
• Proficient in MS Office | HSE Software knowledge an advantage
• Experience Formulating | Implementing | Revising Health & Safety Policies and Procedures
• Excellent Verbal | Written Communication | IT | Presentation Skills
• Valid Driver's License and own Transport required
• Contactable references and payslips required

• Basic Salary between R 25 000 and R 35 000 based on experience
• Medical Aid | Pension | 13th Cheque

To coordinate, support, and advise Masslift on all aspects regarding Health & Safety. To develop, establish, manage, and monitor standards, processes, communications, training, and systems to ensure all responsibilities associated with Health & Safety are adhered to.

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (or similar)
• Related and practical experience in a forklift or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, IT, and presentation skills.
• Professional approach coupled with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• Effective handling of Health & Safety investigations.
• Experience in formulating, implementing, and revising Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.

• Ensure a safe workplace environment in all branches without risk to health.
• Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are adhered to, regularly reviewed, updated, and communicated.
• Ensure that Masslift meets its statutory obligations related to health, safety, and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
• Complete and regularly review risk assessments for all work equipment, operations, dealers, and suppliers.
• Document, investigate, and implement improvements for all accidents.
• Carry out safety inspections, fire drills, and manage safety procedures, ensuring employees are aware of their responsibilities.
• Develop health & safety policies, systems of work, and procedures.
• Maintain full and accurate health and safety training records.
• Implement a documented program of health and safety inspections, audits, and checks.
• Establish a structured health & safety training program across the company.
• Manage and chair the Health & Safety Committee meetings, ensuring action points are completed timely.
• Stay updated with relevant health, safety, and welfare legislation and communicate changes to the company.
• Provide regular health & safety reports to the CEO.
• Attend management meetings to report on health & safety matters.
• Perform other duties as required by management.
• Inspect facilities periodically for problems and maintenance needs.
• Address building maintenance or cleaning concerns.
• Ensure SLA compliance with suppliers (cleaning, water coolers, etc.).
• Manage Masslift's cleaning staff and oversee contracted cleaning staff.
• Inspect building systems periodically (heating, ventilation, generator, etc.).
• Develop and implement a maintenance plan ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Monitor inventory of materials and equipment.
• Coordinate building and maintenance projects, such as renovations.

• Ensure compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including safety induction and training
• Promote and ensure adherence to the safety policy and procedures
• Keep management up to date and informed about legislative requirements regarding health and safety requirements
• Create safety procedures and develop training programmes to enhance safe working conditions
• Review and update emergency procedures as and when necessary
• Conduct site inspections and audits as required identifying and minimizing the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions
• Conduct workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
• Design and implement responses to the above mentioned HIRA’s
• Inspect the place of work to determine whether any machinery, plant, equipment, substance, appliances or process is liable to cause bodily injury to any person working in the place of work
• Investigate any accident, near-miss incident, dangerous occurrence or occupational disease that occurred in the place of work
• Design and implement responses to limit or prevent a recurrence thereof
• Compile and submit health and safety related reports to management and third parties as and when required
• Ensure compliance with legislative, by-law and permit requirements
• Keep management abreast of legislative changes and the implications for the company
• Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour as and when required i.e. regarding Sec 24 incidents
• Assist with maintaining ISO systems
• Responsible for monitoring contractors and venders working on SA Metal Group sites, to ensure that Health & Safety practices are applied and upheld at all times
  
  

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• National Diploma in Safety and/or Environmental Management or similar qualification
• Certificate in safety management (SHEMTRAC, SAMTRAC, NEBOSH IGC, etc)
• Computer Literacy in MS Office programmes
• Practical understanding of the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 & 9001
• 3-5 years’ experience in a production/manufacturing/engineering/construction environment in a full time health & safety role
• Extensive knowledge of the OHS Act & Regulations
• Registration with SAIOSH and SACPCMP advantageous
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
  
  

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Energetic, hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions
• Flexibility in terms of working hours
  
  

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment
  
  

• 07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday
• 07h30–16h00: Friday
• May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
  
  

The company currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and attentive to detail Health and Safety Officer to join their team and drive company Health and Safety initiatives and programmes. This position requires someone who is energetic and able to work in a fast paced, pressurized environment and travel between branches. The successful candidate will:

• Ensure compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including safety induction and training
• Promote and ensure adherence to the safety policy and procedures
• Keep management up to date and informed about legislative requirements regarding health and safety requirements
• Create safety procedures and develop training programmes to enhance safe working conditions
• Review and update emergency procedures as and when necessary
• Conduct site inspections and audits as required identifying and minimizing the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions
• Conduct workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
• Design and implement responses to the above mentioned HIRA’s
• Inspect the place of work to determine whether any machinery, plant, equipment, substance, appliances or process is liable to cause bodily injury to any person working in the place of work
• Investigate any accident, near-miss incident, dangerous occurrence or occupational disease that occurred in the place of work
• Design and implement responses to limit or prevent a recurrence thereof
• Compile and submit health and safety related reports to management and third parties as and when required
• Ensure compliance with legislative, by-law and permit requirements
• Keep management abreast of legislative changes and the implications for the company
• Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour as and when required i.e. regarding Sec 24 incidents
• Assist with maintaining ISO systems
• Responsible for monitoring contractors and venders working on SA Metal Group sites, to ensure that Health & Safety practices are applied and upheld at all times

Qualifying Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• National Diploma in Safety and/or Environmental Management or similar qualification
• Certificate in safety management (SHEMTRAC, SAMTRAC, NEBOSH IGC, etc)
• Computer Literacy in MS Office programmes
• Practical understanding of the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 & 9001
• 3-5 years’ experience in a production/manufacturing/engineering/construction environment in a full time health & safety role
• Extensive knowledge of the OHS Act & Regulations
• Registration with SAIOSH and SACPCMP advantageous
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Qualifying Attributes

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Energetic, hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions
• Flexibility in terms of working hours

Other Information:

Reports to: Group Health & Safety Manager as well as Engineering Divisional Directors (16.2 appointees)

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

• 07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday
• 07h30–16h00: Friday
• May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary : We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 30

To assist and operate under supervision in providing operational support on the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risk Management Framework across main campuses and areas of operations where the bank does business within South African jurisdiction. This role assists the OHS Specialist in ensuring that business is undertaken in a compliant manner to avoid operational losses, fines, penalties, or reputational damage to the organisation and enables competitive advantage.

• National Diploma or degree in Safety Management, Risk Management, or related field.

• 2-3 years - The role requires a Junior expert in Occupational Health and Safety with profound knowledge of the full dimensions of the field, but deep expertise in the relevant area of specialisation.
• Regulatory environment savvy, with the proven ability to influence all levels of employees across multiple countries and business areas to effectively implement compliance frameworks.

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 30

To assist and operate under supervision in providing operational support on the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risk Management Framework across main campuses and areas of operations where the bank does business within South African jurisdiction. This role assists the OHS Specialist in ensuring that business is undertaken in a compliant manner to avoid operational losses, fines, penalties, or reputational damage to the organisation and enables competitive advantage.

• National Diploma or degree in Safety Management, Risk Management, or related field.

• 2-3 years - The role requires a Junior expert in Occupational Health and Safety with profound knowledge of the full dimensions of the field, but deep expertise in the relevant area of specialisation.
• Regulatory environment savvy, with the proven ability to influence all levels of employees across multiple countries and business areas to effectively implement compliance frameworks.