Junior Sheq Coordinator

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The SHEQ Co-ordinator is responsible for assisting with all administration, inspections, and training with regards to Health, Safely, Environmental and Quality functions within the Company. He/she is also responsible for upholding the Laws, Regulations and Practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Health and Safety Administration
• Communicate Company policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to employee safety to all employees within the Company
• Ensure that all Health and Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are kept up to date, adhered to and communicated to all employees within the Company
• Ensure all incidents and accidents are properly recorded, reported and investigated
• Ensures compliance with all applicable Health and Safety regulations and maintain records according to established guidelines
• Develop safe working procedures for all tasks
• Compile non-compliance reports, keep record of all non-conformities, introduce corrective actions and monitor the progress
• Ensure that Safety Statistics are maintained on site regarding accidents, injuries, man-hours, lost time, and risk assessments
• Review and update the Safety System
• Compile safety files for the various sites
• Assist with establishing a full programme of documented Health and Safety inspections, audits and checks
• Ensure full and accurate Health and Safety training records are maintained
• Health and Safety Inspections
• Assist with Hazardous Identification Risk Assessments
• Ensure that Health and Safety inspections are conducted and recorded monthly
• Co-ordinate safety inspections
• Ensure risk assessments are conducted on a monthly basis
• Training
• Assist with induction training
• Assist with the identification of Health and Safety training needs
• Liaise with external Health and Safety consultants in the provision of training programmes and Health and Safety services
• Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
• Monitor employees to ensure all safe working procedures and methods are adhered to as far as practically possible
• Ensure that all employees are aware of and fully understand all safe working procedures and methods
• Ensure that all incidents and accidents are properly reported, recorded, and investigated
• Participate in Safety Training to improve safety standards
• Report any deviations that could lead to an accident
• Report incidents and accidents before the end of a shift
• Ensure that the SHEQ Management System requirements are met towards customer, internal, ISO, regulatory / legal requirements.
• Manage and perform all internal processes, especially those that affect the quality of the Organization's products.
• Work with Customers, Colleagues and Contractors towards continual improvement of the Management system and report the need for improvement to Management.
• Keep up standards and regulations with respect to Products and Services
• Adhere to the Company's Health and Safety policy and procedure
• Look after your own safety and that of other employees
• Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities in line with your capabilities and at the request of your Superior

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 1 years’ experience working in Health and Safety
• Knowledge and understanding of the OHS Act 85 of 1993 and all regulations contained therein
• Must keep up to date with knowledge of Health and Safety laws and practices
• Attend training courses and seminars as required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans
• Must be proficient in MS Office
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and own vehicle

BEHAVIOURAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have Conflict Management Skills
• Must have excellent organisational, planning, multitasking and administrative skills
• Must have exceptional attention to detail, be results, detail and goal orientated
• Must be confident and be able to influence and motivate fellow employees with regards to implementing Health and Safety systems and processes as well as embracing the Occupational Health and Safety culture
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team
• Must be able to communicate effectively with people at varying levels of authority within the Company
• Must consistently maintain a high level of integrity, be honest and reliable
• Must be willing to take on new responsibilities and challenges
• Must be able to adapt new strategies to react to changing business trends
• Must be able to prioritise jobs, perform under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be able to manage time efficiently and effectively
• Must be dressed professionally at all times
• Must have exceptional Customer service skills
• Must conduct him/herself in the appropriate manner and show respect towards the Company, Clients, Suppliers, Contractors and fellow employees
• Must have excellent int