98 Hse Manager jobs in South Africa

About Reabusa Energy:

At Reabusa Energy, we are committed to leading the transition to sustainable energy solutions. As a forward-thinking company, we focus on providing innovative energy solutions that power the future. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve.

We are looking for a
qualified and experienced HSE Officer
to support our team on a contract basis. This role is
project-based
, and the successful candidate will be
required to be onsite only when needed
. Ideal for a
freelancer or consultant
looking to take on a flexible assignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct onsite health, safety, and environmental inspections as required.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE regulations and company policies.
• Develop and implement HSE procedures and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and provide detailed reports and recommendations.
• Support and guide site personnel in maintaining HSE standards.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities as needed.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) or a related field.
• Registered or certified with a relevant professional HSE body.
• Minimum 2 years of HSE experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of local HSE legislation and practices.
• Ability to work independently and provide expert guidance onsite.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Additional Information:

• This is a freelance/contractor role for 8 months.
• Work is
  onsite only when required
  .
• Must be able to respond flexibly to project needs.
• Own transport is advantageous.

How to Apply:

If you're a qualified HSE professional looking for a flexible contract opportunity, please send your
CV and certifications
to with the subject line
"HSE Officer Application".

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HSSE Officer to lead and manage Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental initiatives at our manufacturing facility in T
ulbagh, Western Cape
. The ideal candidate will bring 5–10 years of hands-on experience in similar industrial or bottling environments and will play a critical role in ensuring legal compliance, reducing risk, and fostering a strong safety-first culture across all operational levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive HSSE policies and systems.
• Ensure full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Environmental regulations, and relevant South African legislation.
• Conduct and manage risk assessments, safety audits, environmental impact assessments, and incident investigations.
• Coordinate the implementation of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO and facilitate external audits.
• Train and coach staff on safe work procedures, emergency preparedness, and environmental awareness.
• Monitor and analyze HSSE performance metrics and prepare regular compliance and incident reports.
• Lead emergency response planning and safety drills.
• Liaise with local authorities, emergency services, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in HSSE performance.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 5–10 years' experience in an HSSE role within the manufacturing, bottling, or industrial sector.
• Professional certifications such as SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, or NOSA (advantageous).
• Solid understanding of South African health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Experience working with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and legal registers.
• Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, detail-oriented, and a strong sense of urgency.

Job Purpose

To ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and risk regulations across all logistics operations, including warehousing, transport, and distribution. The SHER Officer promotes a safe working culture, conducts risk assessments, and ensures legal and procedural adherence.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Health

• Implement and monitor
  occupational health and safety programs
• Conduct
  daily safety inspections
  of vehicles, warehouses, and loading zones
• Investigate
  incidents, near misses, and injuries
  , and compile reports
• Ensure compliance with
  OSH Act
  ,
  COIDA
  , and other relevant legislation
• Facilitate
  safety training and toolbox talks

Environment

• Monitor and enforce
  environmental compliance
  (e.g., waste disposal, fuel handling)
• Promote
  sustainable practices
  in logistics operations
• Ensure proper handling of
  hazardous materials
  (if applicable)

Risk Management

• Conduct
  risk assessments
  and develop mitigation plans
• Maintain and update
  risk registers
• Support
  emergency preparedness and response planning

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain SHER documentation and records
• Liaise with external auditors, inspectors, and regulatory bodies
• Prepare monthly and quarterly
  SHER performance reports

Qualifications & Skills

• Grade 12
  plus a
  National Diploma or Certificate in Safety Management / Environmental Health / Risk Management
• SAMTRAC
  ,
  ISO 45001
  , or equivalent certification preferred
• 2–5 years' experience in
  logistics, warehousing, motor retail, or component logistics
• Strong knowledge of
  South African safety legislation
• Excellent communication, auditing, and training skills
• Ability to work independently and influence operational teams
• Proficient in
  incident investigation and root cause analysis

Job Title:   HSSE Advisor

Reports to:   Terminal Manager

Location:   East London

Purpose of the role:

To ensure safe working environment within the fuel and petrochemical Terminals, specifically focusing on the handling and processing of fuels and related chemicals. This involves developing, implementing and monitoring health and safety policies and procedures, conducting risk assessments and providing training to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards.

This is done through full implementation of International Organisation for Standards (ISO) at site level, regular ISO gap analysis, scheduling and carrying out at terminal level of risk-based self-evaluation audits as per a documented scheduled frequency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Policy Development and Implementation:
   Creating, updating and enforcing health and safety policies and procedures tailored to the specific hazards of fuels and petrochemical operations.
• Risk Assessment and Management
  : Identifying potential hazards, assessing risks and implementing control measures to mitigate those risks. This includes conducting regular safety,health,environmental and security audits and inspections.

·   
Hazardous Material Handling:
Ensuring safe handling, storage and disposal of fuels and petrochemicals, including proper labelling and emergency procedures

·   
Training and Awareness:
Providing training to employees on safe work practices, emergency procedures, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

·   
Compliance Monitoring:
Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, including those related to hazardous areas and environmental regulations.

·   
Crisis management
: Developing and implementing emergency response plans, conducting drills and coordinating with emergency services as per the required regulations that apply to the terminal

·   
Incident Investigation
: Investigate accidents and incidents to determine root causes and prevent recurrence. Reporting the incident as per regulation to stakeholders

·   
Stakeholder Communication:
Communicating safety, health, environment and security information with employees, government entities, management, and other relevant stakeholders

Behavioral and Technical Skills

·   Strong leadership and team management skills.

·   Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

·   Knowledge of industry-specific software and technologies.

·   Experience with budget management and financial planning.

·   Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety standards in the petrochemical industry

·   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·   Strong understanding of petrochemical terminal operations systems and infrastructure.

·   Proven leadership and management skills.

·   Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement safety protocols.

·   Experience with regulatory compliance and standards.

·   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·   Project Management (end to end)

·   Ability to work well under pressure and handle emergencies.

·   Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Required Experience & Qualification

·   
A degree or diploma in Safety Management, Occupational Health or a related field

·   
4-8 years relevant experience, essential

·   
Proven experience in petrochemical operations or utilities management.

Only candidates who meet the above minimum requirements will be considered
. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Closing date: 8
th
October 2025

Interested candidates can forward their CV by email to

Main Function of the Job

Operations

• Ensure that all required appointments are done and the communication of the responsibilities to the appointee is explained, where additional appointments are required over and above the existing H&S appointments made for operational environment.


• Provide Teraco Management guidance of H&S legal and compliance matters.


• Receives complaints, investigates, takes immediate action to remediate and reports on safety concerns.


• Ensure all safety files are submitted for contractors/ subcontractors and are complete, and filed. Compile a site safety file for the Teraco and ensure all legislative documentation is communicated to employees on an on-going basis. Ensure no sub-contractors are permitted to work on site without being in possession of a safety file. Contractors must then be advised by the safety officer to compile the correct documentation based on their scope of work.


• Investigates reports on dangerous working conditions. Forwards the report and recommendations to Head of Infrastructure Development and Head of Infrastructure Management for redress.


• Coordinates actions to remove any dangerous appliances or chemicals.


• Receives reports on workplace injuries, investigates the causes. Where there is a workplace injury at a construction site, ensures the necessary documentation is completed.


• Visits construction sites to ensure implementation of the correct safety policies and procedures. Conduct safety inspections on site and report deviations to Head of Infrastructure Development and Head of Infrastructure Management for redress. Document decisions for correction, with repsonsibilities and timeframes. Ensure all deviations are addressed with the agreed timeframe.


• Must be able to investigate incident and accidents.


• Management of sub contractors, as it relates to Health and Safety.


• Issuing of documents to supervisors e.g. toolbox talks, DSTI`s and checklist.


• Ensures there is no danger to the health or safety of workers or site visitors. Accompany site visitors on tours as arranged with the Teraco Project Manager or EXCO.


• Represents the Teraco in meetings with SHE representative on matters regarding workplace health and safety.


• Liaises with agencies for regular updates on legal regulations and program initiatives on workplace safety and environmental issues.


• Ensure all employees are inducted prior to be permitted to work on site. The induction will inform all employees pertaining to the hazards prevalent on site, and training in the use of a safety harness and the use of a fire extinguisher will be communicated to all employees.


• Review contractor method statement on an on-going basis identify and evaluate the risks to which employees may be exposed to, evaluate and analyse the risks identified and ensure that these risk assessments are then communicated to the workforce. Ensure at daily stand-up meetings, potential H&S Risks are discussed based on the project programme.


• Compile a fall protection plan that is to be implemented on every project. As conditions differ on each site the safety officer must be prepare the fall protection plan and ensure it is strictly implemented, amended and maintained as required. Further to this the safety officer will ensure that all employees are evaluated for their physical and psychological fitness to work at elevated heights.


• Responsible to prepare the site emergency evacuation plan (where the site or the site area is not part of an existing operational site with a plan) and ensure all supervisors and contractors are supplied with a copy of the plan. Where the site is part of an operation site, ensure all supervisors and contractors are inducted in the existing site emergency evacuation plan.


• Perform a high level of first aid treatment and evaluate injured persons if it is needed to send them for medical treatment at a hospital or clinic. Further, to this the employer’s report of an accident must be completed and must accompany the injured employee to hospital.


• Conduct a thorough accident and incident investigation and come up with remedial actions to prevent future occurrence. In the event of a reportable injury safety officers must be able to enter into correspondence with the Department of Labour to inform them of the accident.


• Compile monthly H&S reports Head of Operations for ESG and Board reporting.


• Inspect the following high risk activities: Excavations, Scaffold, Form work and Support work, All lifting machinery and lifting tackle, Portable electrical tools and immediately bring to management’s attention any serious deviations that may have being noted.


• Chair monthly safety meetings with safety reps and contractors and prepare minutes of meetings. Ensure that all deviations mentioned in the meeting are rectified and corrected.


• Conduct regular fire prevention and construction facilities inspections with findings documented and reported to management.


• Ensure all registers and checklists are updated on a weekly and monthly basis.


• Ensure all safety signs and notices are prominently displayed on site.


• Collaborate with the Head of Security to ensure access to site is limited to authorised vehicles and that health and safety best practices are applied in regards vehicle access and operations on site.


• Maintain good housekeeping principles.


• Coordinate all training of employees on site and schedule all courses with the safety department.


• Ensure all health & safety reps conduct a monthly H&S rep inspection of their work areas.


• Ensure that all teams conduct a toolbox talk.


• Ensure that any person who is suspected to be under the influence of intoxicating substances is tested and the appropriate action is taken to remove the person from site and escalate to the Head of Infrastructure Management for further action.


• Complete reporting all H&S Incidents and Near Misses on Ozone wihtin 12 hours of event. Support management in responding to client and authority enquiries related to H&S incidents. Perform root cause and trend analysis of H&S events, and implement meaningful corrective action.


• Participate in all H&S audits, conducted either by third parties or clients. Action any External or Client initiated H&S audit findings within the timeline and to the required quality.


• Prepare reports and feedback as required by clients in respect of H&S reporting.

Fitout and Civil Projects

Health and Safety oversight to ensure the appointed Health and Safety consultants and Contractors execute their responsibilities as per the law, best practices and in the interests of Teraco and Teraco/ contractor staff, during the construction and fitout phase of a project. The responsibilities include:

• Review and approve the construction health and safety plan


• Confirm necessary documentation was submitted to the relevant authorities


• Attend project planning meetings


• Assessments and approval of contractor(s) health and safety plans, as approved by the H&S Consultants


• Attend the contractors site handover


• Attend regular site, technical and progress meetings


• Ensure H&S Consultants are facilitate site health and safety meetings


• Ensure H&S Consultants are appropriatly identifying hazards and risks relevant to the construction project through regular coordinated site inspections


• Ensure H&S Consultants have establish and maintained health and safety communication structures and systems, distribution of health and safety specific documents to sub-contractors


• Ensure H&S Consultants compile project specific emergency response and preparedness plans


• Ensure H&S Consultants test the effectiveness of the emergency response plans


• Ensure H&S Consultants onduct site safety inductions


• Evaluate the levels of compliance of subcontractors to the project specific health and safety plan and client specifications through inspections and audits


• Oversee the reporting and investigation of project related incidents


• Oversee the maintenance of all records


• Participation in management reviews of the health and safety systems


• Use of trends analysis to identify system deficiencies and incident trends, outline relevant improvements


• Incorporation of changes into a health and safety management system


• Review and update the Teraco health and safety plan


• Development of technical reports in relation to health and safety issues and communicate through presentations to diverse groups of decision makers

Excellent written and verbal communication skills :

• Listens to others and accepts input from team members


• Clearly articulates ideas and thoughts


• Accurately prepares written business correspondence that is coherent, grammatically correct, effective and professiona

Proactive problem solver

• Proposes solutions to problems and considers timeliness, effectiveness, and practicality in addressing requirements


• Generates innovative solutions by approaching problems with curiosity and open mindedness, using existing information to its fullest potential


• A honed alertness and vigilance to potential breaches in compliance. This means actively enforcing a mandatory reporting policy and seeking out any weakness in company dealings.

• Ability to work independently & a positive team player


• Self-motivated and displays leadership skills


• Demonstrates flexibility in day-to-day work.


• Establishes harmonious working relationships with team members


• Appreciates each team member's contributions and values each individual member


• Sets high standards of performance for oneself


• Attention to detail and accuracy


• Good prioritisation and organisation skills


• Conducts self professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience


• Responsible for continued learning and self-development.  Intelligent and willing to keep learning.


• Complies with policies and procedures.


• Ethical and principled


• Fair and modest: Willing to scrutinize all the facts without making a snap judgment, and interview any relevant employees for their perspective.


• Diligent: Even when it becomes a hassle, a Safety Officer must be willing to see an issue through to resolution.


• A strong constitution and extra conviction: Solid backbone and the strength to stand by difficult decisions and be more influenced by right versus wrong than by relationships. Willing to take the lead in setting the tone for corporate integrity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12


• National Diploma in Environmental Health


• A relevant Health & Safety qualification (SACPCMP and or HPCSA) will be advantageous


• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in construction


• Computer literacy


• Good communication and reporting skills. Both verbal and written


• Be willing to travel – multiple projects in Cape Town, Durban, Bredell JHB and Isando JHB


• Drivers License

Our client is looking for a SHE Assistant to join their manufacturing team based in Epping.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a SHE manufacturing environment
• SAMTRAC qualification / MSRM qualification or similar essential
• Occupational Health & Safety Practitioner Qualification or similar
• Good understanding of EHS regulations and policies
• Internal Auditor qualifications/experience
• Excellent Computer skills e.g Word and Excel
• Must be able to conduct training
• Good communication skills
• Must be proactive, responsible and reliable
• Good administrative skills, filing and attention to detail ensuring accurate and meticulous management of all SHE related documentation
MATRIC

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
• Support ISO14001 & ISO 45001 Standards & assist ensuring strict compliance
• Manage and conduct SHE related training/Inductions as required
• Ensure inspections, audits, tests & surveys to be carried out as per procedure
• Management of Contractors and ensure compliance & legal procedures
• Ensure Permit & Chemical Control files updated timeously
• Capture monthly SHE stats on Mpress and ensure accuracy
• Record and update SHE incident register
• Manage BBS System: VFL/PO/Barriers identification and close out Management
• PPE & Safety Equipment compliance
• Provide support to Safety Committee
• Co-ordinating Waste leaving site

Job Summary:

This role is focused on
SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) Administration
within a mining environment. The job ensures documentation compliance, customer relations, and stakeholder management aligned with SHE standards and legal requirements.

Purpose of the Job:

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the mine's SHE plan.
• Maintain an effective document management system.

Key Performance Areas:

1.
SHE Administration:

• Maintain SHE documentation systems and update information.
• Handle legal appointments and safety registers.
• Support with Standard Operating Procedures and contractor management.
• Support SHE financial processes (e.g., PRs, invoices, authorisations).

2.
Administrative Support:

• Maintain SHE templates and forms.
• Incident management and meeting minutes.
• Submit DMRE reports via Samras.

3.
Document Management:

• Ensure compliance with control systems and legal requirements.
• Keep legal registers up to date.

4.
Customer Relations Management:

• Manage expectations and deliver efficient SHE services.
• Resolve customer complaints using technical knowledge.
• Maintain relationships with HODs and GMs.

5.
Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate and manage communications with:
• Employees, contractors, management.
• Department of Mineral Resources and other authorities.
• Visitors and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Matric
  (High School).
• Administration Certificate
  (e.g., Comsoc, Samtrac, Risk Management).

Preferred:

• Any
  Safety-related systems management certificate
  .

Minimum Experience & Knowledge:

• 2+ years in
  SHE Administration
  .
• Experience with
  ISO 45001 / 18001 / 14001
  standards.
• Knowledge of
  mining-related SHE systems
  .
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation:
• Mine Health & Safety Act
• National Environmental Management Act

• Mining industry experience is
  advantageous
  .

• Contract : 4 months

• Salary: R 21,500.00 per month
• Location : Kathu Northern Cape 8446 South Africa

Various Locations in South Africa

NB. Should you be interested, you can apply directly through LinkedIn and state the Town that you are applying for or email directly and in the subject line, insert
"SHE- Administration - Mining Industry"
to

GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

CIPC (a member of the dtic ) is committed to youth skills development by providing graduates with opportunities to gain work experience to complement their studies. Applicants are invited for an Internship Programme that would run for a period of 24 months. Interns will be placed in our Sunnyside Office (Pretoria).

WHAT IS INTERNSHIP

As contemplated by Cabinet in December 2002, Internship is a public service graduate work experience programme targeting unemployed graduates. It gives students workplace experience or an opportunity to practice the work skills that they have studied and will practice in the future.

Beneficiaries of the Internship programme:

• Unemployed South African graduates from higher education institutions who have completed their degrees/diplomas.


• Unemployed graduates who have not been exposed to any work experience.


• Unemployed graduates who have never participated in the Internship programme.


• Applicants must be between ages of 18 to 35 years old.

REMUNERATION

Interns are offered R stipend per month

Successful applicants will be expected to sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement.

NB: Please ensure you have uploaded and attached an updated CV and academic transcript of your relevant qualification when you submit your application.

OTHER INFORMATION

Qualifications and SA citizenship checks will be conducted on the successful candidate. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by CIPC.

CIPC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will enhance representation in accordance with the approved employment equity plan.

Feedback will only be given to shortlisted candidates.

CIPC reserves the right not to fill an advertised position.

For further details regarding these positions please click the link:  visit the CIPC website at 

Kindly note that faxed, emailed, posted and or hand-delivered applications will not be considered.

 Should you experience any difficulty in applying please contact the CIPC Recruitment Office at ;7075; 7197

Closing date: 17 September 2025

National Diploma or Degree Occupational Health & Safety /  Environmental Science.