156 Safety Management jobs in South Africa

Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Health & Safety

Location: Remote/Office-based as required

Urang Group is a leading property management company, providing expert services across London and beyond. Our Health & Safety team ensures that residential buildings remain safe, compliant, and well-managed, working closely with contractors and property managers to deliver excellence at every step.

We are now seeking a skilled Administrative Assistant with strong financial administration experience and a proven background in working with contractors. This role is central to keeping our compliance operations on track and ensuring seamless service delivery.

The Administrative Assistant will provide vital support across onboarding, compliance, financial processes, and contractor coordination. You’ll handle everything from setting up new blocks in our systems and managing access for works, to preparing invoices and monitoring contractor performance.

This is a hands-on role where accuracy, organisation, and communication are key. You’ll be trusted to manage financial reconciliations, track approvals, chase outstanding reports / payments, and ensure every action leaves a clear audit trail.

• Financial Administration: Prepare and submit invoices, verify supplier invoices, track client approvals, and reconcile accounts.
• Contractor Coordination: Liaise with contractors to arrange access, provide documentation, and track reports and remedial works.
• Onboarding & Compliance Data: Set up new properties in compliance systems, gather key details, and maintain accurate records.
• Reporting & Escalations: Ensure contractor reports and H&S documents are logged, uploaded, and distributed; follow up on late or missing information.
• Office & Team Support: Manage departmental inboxes, assist with scheduling, prepare meeting minutes, and support internal compliance checks.

• Essential: Strong financial administration experience (invoicing, reconciliations, supplier/client approvals).
• Essential: Experience working directly with contractors and managing access/coordination.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient with spreadsheets, data systems, and document management platforms.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to prioritise and manage deadlines.

• Competitive salary (R10,000 – R15,000/month).
• Join a collaborative, growing Health & Safety team within a leading property management company.
• Exposure to both compliance and contractor management, building strong transferable skills.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• A fast-paced, supportive environment where your work makes a real impact.

This role supports the company’s commitment to Employment Equity. In line with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitably qualified South African citizens from designated groups.

Candidates must have legal authorisation to work in South Africa. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Please Note: Applicants must be based in the Cape Town/Winelands area or nearby, with the ability to attend occasional in-person meetings in Stellenbosch. A stable internet connection is essential, particularly during periods of load shedding.

Westfalia Fruit, is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global

markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market

quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognized as the leading #avo experts

and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales

offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

Westfalia Fruit Estates, situated in Tzaneen, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced: Occupational Health and Safety Officer

We are seeking a candidate who can support the Research and Development department, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across our research and operational environments. This role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal part in ensuring safe and sustainable research and operational environments in a global agribusiness leader. You will work at the interface of research innovation and health & safety leadership, with exposure to both cutting-edge science and practical operations in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement, monitor, and continuously improve the Occupational Health & Safety Management System in line with the OHS Act, Regulations, ISO 45001, HACCP, and other applicable legislation.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRA), and job observations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; ensure root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training for employees, contractors, and new recruits.
• Oversee contractor safety compliance and maintain legal registers.
• Promote a strong safety culture and encourage employee engagement in hazard and near-miss reporting.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and other stakeholders and support internal and external audit readiness.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and digital reporting systems (e.g., Teams/SharePoint).

Qualification:

• National Diploma in Health & Safety required
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH certification added advantage
• Registered as a SAIOSH Member (advantageous)

Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years' relevant Health & Safety experience, preferably in agriculture, food processing, or research facilities.

• Certification in First Aid and Fire Fighting.

• Legally able to act as a Health & Safety appointee under the OHS Act.

• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between sites.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong communication, facilitation, and training delivery skills.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation ability.
• Sound knowledge of incident investigation, HIRA, contractor management, and HACCP.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, SharePoint, EHS reporting systems).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-driven, and able to work effectively across a culturally diverse workforce.

The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which comprises provident fund, insured

benefits, medical aid and an option to structure an annual bonus.

Closing date for applications will be 02 September 2025.

NB: Should you not receive correspondence by 30 September 2025, please regard your application as being

unsuccessful.

Job Description
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.

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Contingent Workforce job family group at PwC includes people working for PwC who are not a partner or employed by a PwC Legal Entity.

As a contingent worker at PwC, you will work for PwC without being a partner or employed by a PwC Legal Entity.

Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development.
• Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential.
• Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas.
• Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback.
• Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns.
• Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness.
• Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 12, 2025

A key role has opened for a dedicated Occupational Health Practitioner to provide comprehensive health services supporting the wellbeing of staff and stakeholders. This position is ideal for a qualified healthcare professional with expertise in occupational health nursing and proven experience in workplace health and safety compliance.

As the Occupational Health Practitioner, you will be responsible for delivering occupational health services, managing clinic operations, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to promote a healthy and safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities (amongst others):

• Provide comprehensive occupational health services including medical examinations, audiometry, and spirometry.
• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, and exit medical examinations aligned with occupational health and safety legislation.
• Assess fitness for duty according to job medical standards and Labour Relations Act requirements.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to advise and promote occupational health practices.
• Manage incapacity cases in line with applicable policies and legislation.
• Conduct health risk assessments to identify exposures and develop medical surveillance programs.
• Identify and report occupational injuries and diseases in compliance with COIDA.
• Manage clinic stock including ordering, dispensing, and record-keeping.
• Oversee contractors providing occupational health clinic services.
• Ensure clinic operations comply with current legal requirements and standards; communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Develop, review, and implement Standard Operating Procedures and policies related to occupational health.
• Maintain accurate health records and promote a healthy and conducive work environment.
• Coordinate procurement processes related to clinic operations.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Degree in Nursing with a specialization in Occupational Health.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (member in good standing).
• Registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nursing (member in good standing).
• Certificates in Audiometry and Spirometry.
• Valid Drivers License (Code 8 / 10) (Must be able to operate a motor vehicle).
• Computer literacy.

Experience required:

• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience as an Occupational Health Care Practitioner.
• At least 2 years experience in team management (advantageous).

Knowledge and Skills:

• Occupational health, safety, and COIDA legislation.
• Vaccination protocols and medical examinations (baseline, follow-ups, exit).
• Employee counselling and team performance management.
• Development of procedures and health risk assessments.
• Primary health care and medicine dispensing.
• Strong communication, conflict management, decision-making, and report writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Empathy, professionalism, client orientation, and confidentiality.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical health function within a nationally significant scientific organisation. You will play a vital part in fostering a safe and healthy workplace that supports operational excellence.

NB: Only candidates meeting the qualifications and experience criteria will be considered.

Key Skills

Accounting Tally, Acquisition, Clinical Data Management, Access Control, Crystal Report, JDBC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Overview

One of our leading FMCG companies based in Klerksdorp, North West, is in need of an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to join their team with the potential of working for them as a Locum.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements for the role

• The Occupational Health Nurse will report to the HSE Officer / Manager and check the wellness and safety of all employees of the client by acting as a support to the HSE team and ensure that systems and programs promote the Safety and Health of our employees on site, and the Environment.
• Grade 12 / Matric
• Registered Nurse / Diploma in Occupational Health
• Registered with SA Nursing Council; Indemnity to practice with SASOHN and SA Nursing Council. Indemnification against any nursing malpractice.
• Dispensary Certification

Mondays to Thursdays: 08:00-12:00

Please submit your CV to the contact provided if you wish to be considered for this role.

Join Exxaro Resources as an Occupational Health Nurse based in Lephalale, Limpopo, at Grootegeluk Coal. In this permanent role, you will be responsible for promoting and maintaining the highest standards of health and wellness among employees. Your expertise will contribute to the effective management of occupational health, ensuring compliance with health regulations and promoting preventative care to minimise workplace health risks. As a key member of our health services team, you will conduct health assessments, manage employee medical records, and develop health promotion initiatives. Your role also involves collaborating with medical staff to provide employee support, handle workplace incidents, and manage health crises as they arise. Your commitment to fostering a safe and healthy work environment will be pivotal in maintaining the overall well-being of our workforce. If you are keen on making a significant impact on occupational health standards in the mining industry, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and manage employee medical records to ensure accurate tracking of health data.
• Develop and implement health promotion initiatives and educational programs to enhance employee awareness of occupational health and safety practices.
• Collaborate with medical staff to provide effective support and management of workplace incidents, including emergency medical services.
• Monitor employee exposure to hazardous substances and undertake health surveillances in collaboration with occupational hygienists.
• Ensure strict compliance with relevant health regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies, maintaining high standards of governance and assurance.
• Facilitate the implementation of TB, HIV, and other chronic disease management programs, including employee education and adherence to treatment plans.
• Manage the supply of medical resources and ensure their availability to meet the demand at clinics, while maintaining quality service delivery.
• Report and investigate health and safety incidents, contributing to the development of a safe and healthy work environment.
• Assist in the evaluation and continuous improvement of occupational health services, ensuring alignment with best practices and legislative standards.
• Promote a culture of safety and health through ongoing employee engagement, counselling, and training on preventative care measures.

• Diploma in Nursing (Essential/Minimum and)
• Diploma in Occupational Health (Essential/Minimum)
• 3 years of experience in Occupational Health Nursing, TB/HIV related training, and TB/HIV management (Essential/Minimum)
• Psychometric Assessment (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Certificate of Fitness (Essential/Minimum) (To be conducted by Exxaro)
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (Essential/Minimum)
• Registration with the South African Occupational Health Society (Essential/Minimum)
• Possession of a Dispensing License (Essential/Minimum)
• Membership in the SA Society for Occupational Health Nurses (Essential/Minimum)

Overview

Fixed term vacancy exists for an Occupational Health Nurse to work 24hrs per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering a quality occupational health service, which is effective, efficient and exceeds customers’ expectations for an Occupational Health clinic in Roodepoort area in Gauteng.

Function Nursing Facility Enaex, Secunda Position Occupational Health Nurse Introduction

Fixed term vacancy exists for an Occupational Health Nurse to work 24hrs per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering a quality occupational health service, which is effective, efficient and exceeds customers’ expectations for an Occupational Health clinic in Roodepoort area in Gauteng.

• Maintenance of an Occupational Health program to establish the physical, psychological and social well-being of the worker in a safe working environment.
• Monitoring the health status of employees through on-going surveillance programmes according to the SOP.
• Providing information, the Client can utilize to eliminate, control and minimize health risks and hazards to which the employees are, or may be exposed.
• Coordination of emergency procedures
• Working effectively within a budget and ensuring smooth administration of all aspects of the services
• Delivering high quality primary healthcare services.
• Meeting the prescribed professional and quality standards of both Life Health Solutions and the Clients.
• Ensuring the total satisfaction of our clients through continuous improvement and added value
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards including internal and external audits (Life Health Solutions as well as client audits)

• The following qualifications are required:
  • Qualifications in General Nursing
  • Occupational Health Nursing B Tech/ Diploma with 2 - 3 years relevant experience post-graduation in a manufacturing environment
  • Registration with SANC; NOTE: Additional Occupational Health Nursing qualification must appear on current SANC receipt
  • Sound knowledge in the provision of Occupational and Primary Health Care Services.
  • Certificate in dispensing
  • Certificate in Competency:
    • Spirometry
    • Audiometry certificate and registration as an Audiometrist with SASOHN
    • Vision screening
    • Current certificate in BLS
• Computer literacy essential
• Ideally, the candidate should have experience in administration and employee relations, good communication skills
• Candidates who are results orientated, have initiative and the ability to deliver quality outputs will be most suitable for this position.
• Customer orientation, focus and teamwork complete the profile.

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing skills
• Motivating and developing people
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills

Email

Closing date Friday, September 12, 2025

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.

External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

Overview

A full day vacancy exists for a qualified and experienced Occupational Health Nurse reporting to the Business Manager. The successful candidate will be based at a client site in Secunda, Mpumalanga Province and will be responsible for the rendering of quality Occupational Healthcare Services which are effective, efficient and meet and exceed the client’s expectations and requirements.

• Implementation and maintenance of a quality and effective on-site Occupational, Primary Health program
• Conduct examinations and tests, in accordance with an annual Medical Surveillance Matrix, Occupational Health Plan and Program
• Provide effective first line emergency treatment, when required. This includes in-service training of qualified First Aiders and the compiling of a Clinic Emergency Plan
• Work closely with the on-site Occupational Medical Practitioner (OMP) to facilitate legal and contractual compliance and client satisfaction
• Identify, refer and follow up employees with abnormal test results or identified illnesses or injuries
• Provide feedback regarding fitness to work and alternative placement, when required
• Assist the OMP with trending of medical surveillance results to identify areas of concern requiring intervention and corrective measures
• Provide information regarding proposed control and corrective measures to reduce identified occupational health risks and hazards
• Assist the OMP with scheduled walkthrough Occupational Health Risk Assessments and feedback reports to the Client
• Implement and maintain a chronic illness monitoring program
• Assist the Client with ability to work assessments, when required
• Compile and submit accurate and professional monthly reports on the required dates and formats
• Assist the Client with overall improvement of employee wellness through clinic consultations and monthly health awareness programs
• Ensure clinic stock is ordered on time in accordance with the monthly budget, minimum and maximum stock levels
• Assist with quarterly stock takes
• Ensure compliance with professional, clinical, ethical, quality standards, policies and procedures
• Participate in Life Health Solutions’ clinic audits and assist with external Client audits
• Ensure compliance with administrative systems, including COID/RMA administration of employees injured at work
• Provide regular feedback required by the Client

• Registered as an Occupational Health Nurse with SANC
• Competency certificates in:
  • Audiometry (registered with SASHON)
  • Lung Function testing (Spirometry)
  • Vision Screening - Dispensing
• Work well within a team
• Good organisational and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Computer literacy and proficiency (MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint)
• Own transport and accommodation
• Candidates who are results orientated, focus on the rendering of quality services, are customer oriented, have the ability to manage and control clinic costs, will be most suitable for this position

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing Skills
• Business Insight
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships & networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Proficient in clinic administration and data capturing
• Ability to manage and motivate staff
• Teamwork

Email

Closing date Friday, September 19, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert should consider their application as unsuccessful.