130 Traffic Safety jobs in South Africa

Inuka is partnered with a global leader in energy solutions. They are seeking a Safety Officer to support their renewable energy construction sites in the Northern Cape. This role will play a critical part in ensuring the health, safety, and environmental compliance of site activities through regular oversight, training, and incident management.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site inspections
• Attend monthly project meetings
• Provide on-site and off-site health and safety training aligned with statutory requirements
• Lead and support incident investigations, reporting, and corrective action planning
• Monitor site compliance with occupational health and safety legislation and project-specific requirements
• Advise on risk mitigation and ensure adherence to best practice safety standards
• Maintain documentation, logs, and records for audits and reporting
• Conduct ad hoc site visits in the event of incidents or other critical needs

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Safety Officer on renewable energy construction sites
• Working at Heights (Unit Standard 229995)
• Rescue from Heights (Unit Standard 229998)
• First Aid
• Hazardous Chemical Agents (HCA)
• Environmental awareness (advantageous)
• Electrical Safety (advantageous)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
• Familiarity with South African OHS legislation and regulatory compliance

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Other
• Industries Services for Renewable Energy

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Inuka Partners by 2x

Springbok, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Springbok, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Hotazel, Northern Cape, South Africa 6 days ago

Kuruman, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Prieska, Northern Cape, South Africa 11 months ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Kuruman, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Springbok, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 2 days ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Kamiesberg, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 9 hours ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Kuruman, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 day ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 3 weeks ago

Kathu, Northern Cape, South Africa 10 months ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 2 days ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 6 days ago

Kuruman, Northern Cape, South Africa 4 days ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa 6 days ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa 6 days ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

To implement and maintain health and safety standards and ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations. The closing date for applications is Friday, 24 January 2025.

• Ensure employees on site comply with Safety, Health, and Environmental legislation.
• Coach employees on applicable Safety, Health, and Environmental legislation.

• Communicate and promote company health and safety targets in your area of responsibility.

• Communicate health and safety instructions to employees.
• Promote safety and environmental awareness campaigns.
• Assist with training interventions.

• Ensure compliance with safe operating procedures and safety standards.
• Coach employees on operating procedures.
• Report non-compliance and intervene as necessary.

• Perform legal and scheduled inspections of equipment and workplaces.
• Complete inspection reports and follow up on deviations.
• Report findings to the responsible supervisor and Chief Safety Officer.

• Ensure safety equipment is inspected, tagged, and certified.
• Coach employees on proper use of safety equipment.

• Facilitate drafting and review of safe operating procedures.
• Ensure communication and understanding of procedures among employees.

• Report and investigate all accidents and incidents promptly.
• Complete investigation reports and verify corrective actions.

• Identify hazards and risks; advise on mitigation strategies.

• Develop and communicate risk assessments and method statements.
• Review and improve ongoing risk assessments.

• Coach and assist supervisors in completing quality PTOs.
• Monitor and report on PTO findings.

• Ensure employees are properly trained and authorized.
• Address training gaps proactively.

• Attend scheduled safety meetings.
• Report and manage safety-related discipline issues.

• Promote a safety culture through leadership and team engagement.

• Compile and report safety statistics regularly.
• Maintain safety documentation and records.

• Liaise with workforce and stakeholders.
• Complete and manage safety documentation and reports.

• Grade 12; additional safety certifications (e.g., COMSOC, SAMTRAC, or equivalent).
• Relevant experience in SHE management, preferably in mining and engineering environments.
• Driver’s license with at least 4 years’ experience.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and legal requirements.

• Implement, maintain, and continually improve an ISO 45001:2018-aligned OHS management system across head office and all sites.
• Conduct and update baseline, issue-based, and continuous risk assessments (HIRA); maintain site risk registers and safe operating procedures (SOPs).
• Lead internal OHS audits and inspections; drive close-out of nonconformities and corrective/preventive actions.
• Support integration with ISO 14001 (environment) and ISO 9001 (quality) where applicable.

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and its Regulations, including but not limited to:
  • Construction Regulations
  • General Safety Regulations
  • General Machinery Regulations
  • Driven Machinery Regulations
  • Electrical Installation and Machinery Regulations
  • Hazardous Chemical Agents (HCA) Regulations
  • Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Regulations
  • Asbestos Abatement Regulations and Lead Regulations (where applicable)
• Maintain and update a legal register; conduct periodic compliance audits; verify contractor compliance.
• Prepare appointment letters (per OHS Act) and assist in ensuring competent persons are appointed as required (e.g., Section 16(2), 8(2), GMR 2(1), CR 8, etc.).

• Develop project/site-specific Safety Files, method statements, safe work procedures (SWPs), and permit-to-work processes (confined space, hot work, work at height, LOTO).
• Oversee critical risk controls: working at heights, lifting operations, electrical safety, confined spaces, pressure systems, excavations, traffic management, simultaneous operations (SIMOPS), and isolation/LOTO.
• Verify pre-use inspections and statutory inspections (lifting gear, MEWPs, scaffolding, pressure vessels, electrical, fall arrest systems) with certified inspectors.

• Develop quality OHS requirements in line with specified requirements for all tenders and ensure timely submission thereof.
• Conduct site visits and ensure compliance at once tender has been awarded to YNF.

• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and targeted training on HIRA, incident reporting, emergency response, and critical controls.
• Coordinate statutory and role-based training (first aid, firefighting, working at heights, forklift/overhead crane operation, confined space entry, LOTO).
• Promote a proactive safety culture with employees and subcontractors; facilitate Safety Committees in line with OHS Act requirements.

• Lead incident and near-miss reporting, investigation, root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why, ICAM), and corrective action tracking.
• Ensure notifiable incidents are reported to the Department of Employment and Labour, clients, and insurers as required.
• Maintain emergency preparedness and response plans; conduct drills (fire, spill, medical, evacuation).

• Coordinate medical surveillance programmes with Occupational Health providers in line with HCA, noise, and other exposure regulations.
• Oversee hygiene surveys (noise, dust, chemicals), exposure monitoring, and control measures (ventilation, PPE, engineering and administrative controls).
• Ensure proper selection, issue, fit-testing (where applicable), and management of PPE.

• Vet contractor safety files; conduct site mobilization checks and regular audits; enforce corrective actions.
• Attend client HSE meetings, provide reports, and align with client standards and site rules.
• Provide safety inputs for bids and method statements; support project kick-off and readiness reviews.

• Compile weekly/monthly HSE reports: leading/lagging KPIs, incidents, observations, training, and audit findings.
• Track and analyze trends; recommend improvement initiatives.
• Maintain digital records and dashboards; ensure data integrity.

• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, with experience in (specific field, e.g., corporate law, family law, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software (e.g., Clio, LexisNexis)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team

• National Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field; or
• Recognized OHS qualification (e.g., SAMTRAC) with relevant industry experience.
• Construction Health and Safety Officer Registration (SACPCMP)
• Advantageous: Postgraduate qualification in OHS/Industrial Hygiene/Risk Management.

• Working knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 (required).
• Internal Auditor certification for ISO 45001 (required) and Lead Auditor (advantageous).
• Familiarity with ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 9001:2015 for integrated systems (advantageous).
• Auditing guidelines per ISO 19011 (advantageous).

• SACPCMP (South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions) Registration:
• Construction Health and Safety Officer (CHSO) or
• Construction Health and Safety Manager (CHSM), depending on seniority/scope (strongly preferred where Construction Regulations apply).
• SAIOH (Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene) membership/registration (advantageous if undertaking hygiene exposure work).
• SAIOSH (South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) membership (TechSAIOSH/Pr.SAIOSH) advantageous.

• HIRA/Risk Assessment training (required).
• Incident Investigation training (e.g., ICAM) (advantageous).
• Legal Liability training for line management and OHS Act awareness (advantageous).
• Accredited training for critical tasks (e.g., Fall Protection Plan development, Lifting Operations, Confined Space, LOTO).
• First Aid Level 1 (minimum) and Firefighting (advantageous).
• Valid drivers licence (Code B) and willingness to travel.

• Strong understanding of the OHS Act and relevant Regulations (Construction, General Safety, Driven Machinery, Electrical, HCA, NIHL, Asbestos, Lead).
• Risk assessment methodologies (baseline/issue-based/continuous) and hierarchy of controls.
• Permit-to-work and critical controls for high-risk activities (work at height, lifting, confined spaces, electrical, excavations).
• Statutory inspection regimes and coordination with Approved Inspection Authorities and competent inspectors.
• Occupational hygiene basics: exposure monitoring, controls, medical surveillance coordination.
• Emergency preparedness, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
• Data and document control; KPI tracking and trend analysis (Excel/Sheets, Power BI or similar).
• Internal auditing methods per ISO 19011.

• Strong situational awareness and intervention courage.
• Clear, assertive communication and ability to influence contractors and site teams.
• Planning, prioritization, and follow-through across multiple concurrent sites.
• Problem solving, resilience, and adaptability under project conditions.
• Ethical, professional, and safety-first mindset.

• 35 years safety management experience in engineering services, construction, mining, energy, water, manufacturing, or related sectors with multi-site exposure.
• Proven experience implementing ISO 45001-aligned OHSMS, conducting risk assessments, and controlling critical risks on active sites.
• Demonstrated competence in contractor management, site audits, and safety file control.
• Track record in incident investigation, corrective action management, and regulatory reporting.
• Experience delivering inductions, toolbox talks, and role-based training.
• Familiarity with digital HSE systems and reporting dashboards.

• Reduction in TRIR/LTIFR and zero significant incidents/fatalities.
• Legal compliance status (no prohibitions/notices; timely close-out of findings).
• Audit/inspection close-out effectiveness and timeliness.
• Training coverage and competency completion rates.
• Compliance of contractor safety files and site mobilization readiness.
• Effectiveness of critical control verifications and permit-to-work adherence.
• Quality and timeliness of client and internal HSE reporting.

• Office and extensive site-based presence nationwide (industrial, construction, operational plants).
• Required use of PPE; exposure to site hazards managed by controls and training.
• Occasional after-hours and weekend work for shutdowns, incidents, or audits.

• Will be agreed based on qualifications, experience and previous earnings.

• HSE Compliance & Risk Management
• Implement and enforce OHS Act, COID Act, and client-specific HSE standards.
• Conduct risk assessments (HIRA), job safety analyses (JSA), and audits.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other HSE management systems.

• Monitor work sites for unsafe acts/conditions and take corrective action.
• Lead incident investigations (root cause analysis, RCA) and report findings.
• Track near-misses, injuries, and environmental incidents (statutory reporting).

• Conduct HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and emergency drills.
• Train employees on PPE, hazardous materials (SANS 10228), and permit systems.
• Mentor safety representatives and contractors on best practices.

• Develop and test emergency response plans (ERP).
• Coordinate firefighting, first aid, and evacuation procedures.
• Ensure safety equipment (fire extinguishers, gas detectors, spill kits) is functional.

• Maintain HSE records (permits, inspection logs, training registers).
• Prepare monthly HSE performance reports for management.
• Liaise with DoL inspectors, clients, and contractors on compliance matters.

• Mandatory Certifications
• SAMTRAC/NEBOSH International General Certificate (or equivalent).
• SACPCMP Registration (as CHSO/OHSP) Required for construction sites.
• First Aid Level 3 & Advanced Fire Fighting.
• Industry-Specific Training
• Hazardous Chemical Handling (SANS 10228).
• Incident Investigation (ICAM/TapRooT).
• Working at Heights & Confined Space Safety.

Job Title: Safety Officer
Salary: R20 000.00 per month
Benefits: Company vehicle and cellphone

Job Overview
A qualified and proactive Safety Officer is required to manage and implement occupational health and safety compliance across various construction sites. The candidate must be SACPCMP-registered (Safety Officer or Safety Manager) and capable of handling site-specific safety requirements, subcontractor compliance, and administrative functions both on-site and at head office.

About the Company
Our client is a reputable and fast-growing player in the construction and project management space, known for their commitment to safety, compliance, and high-quality project delivery. With operations spanning multiple commercial and residential sites, they are deeply invested in maintaining strong health and safety practices, while fostering a collaborative and accountable work culture.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a driven and experienced team where your expertise will play a critical role in shaping safe and efficient site operations. The environment is fast-paced, hands-on, and best suited to professionals who take initiative, work well under pressure, and are meticulous in their approach to compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Compliance

• Develop and maintain site-specific safety files

• Conduct weekly site visits, toolbox talks, PPE and tool checks

• Liaise with client safety officers and attend audits, inductions, and safety meetings

• Ensure all documentation (medicals, IDs, permits) is kept up to date for site staff and subcontractors

• Coordinate medical bookings and transport in collaboration with internal teams

• Engage with community labor coordinators where required, and manage compliance paperwork

• Update company safety policies and ensure full compliance per site

Tool and Scaffold Management

• Maintain monthly tool inventory reports and verify with contract managers

• Manage missing or broken tools reporting and escalation

• Inspect and tag scaffolding on site and ensure proper documentation

• Track and update scaffold stock by site and liaise with contract managers on discrepancies

Compliance and Administration

• Process subcontractor applications and manage documentation for BIBC compliance

• Register workers for BIBC numbers and assist with resolving non-compliance

• Issue ID cards for site personnel and ensure annual renewals of contracts

• Support office despatch processes, document tracking, and registers

Website and Office Support

• Capture and upload photos of staff and projects to the company website

• Update website content and plugins as needed (technical support available if required)

Security and Office Safety

• Liaise with the body corporate regarding security and maintenance

• Manage security cameras and alarms, ensuring proper operation and incident response

• Coordinate fire extinguisher servicing annually and keep first aid certifications valid

• Track and service web slings and other safety-critical equipment

General Support

• Attend weekly office meetings and provide project documentation as required

• Assist with internal and client events planning and support

• Respond to additional ad-hoc requests from company leadership

Minimum Requirements

• SACPCMP registration (not candidate level)

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in construction or site-based safety roles

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and procedures

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills

• Valid drivers license

• Willingness to travel for weekly site visits

• Implement legal safety requirements and initiatives.
• Conduct incident investigations and HIRA interventions.
• Facilitate internal and external safety audits.
• Compile monthly legal and statistical reports.
• Support contractor management and SHE induction processes.
• Mentor SHE reps and influence safety culture through Visible Felt Leadership.

• National Diploma in Safety Management (Essential)
• 23 years experience in safety operations within mining/heavy industry (Essential)

• 1 x Durban
• 1 x East London

• Duration: Approximately 3 months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Work includes ring works and barge construction
• Offshore work (approx. 1km from shore, within port limits)
• Night shift required

• SACPCMP registration is mandatory
• Proven marine experience
• Ability to work independently and handle physically demanding tasks
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening