SHEQ Officer

(SHEQ) OFFICER The successful incumbent will report directly to the Sawmilling Production Executive. CORE COMPETENCIES Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure Strong communication skills with ability to engage across all levels Good written and verbal English communication skills Xhosa language ability advantageous Strong report writing and problem-solving skills Sound knowledge of SHEQ systems, legal compliance, and implementation KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Safety & Health Assist with OHS Act implementation and compliance monitoring Conduct inspections, identify hazards, and report non-conformances Support incident, accident, and near-miss investigations Assist with risk assessments (HIRA) and safe work procedures Monitor PPE compliance and contractor safety Participate in Safety Committee meetings Environmental Support environmental management plan implementation Monitor waste, housekeeping, and environmental controls Assist with environmental compliance and permit requirements Report environmental incidents and support corrective actions Quality Support implementation of quality procedures and work instructions Assist with internal audits and corrective action tracking Maintain document control and records Compliance & Administration Maintain SHEQ registers, records, and filing systems Assist with legal compliance audits and ISO systems (9001 / 14001 / 45001) Support training coordination and toolbox talks Compile SHEQ reports and statistics Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS SAMTRAC / NEBOSH / NOSA qualification or Diploma / Certificate in Safety Management (advantageous) Additional Environmental or Quality training will be an advantage Minimum 3 years’ experience in SHEQ systems, compliance, and auditing in line with the OHS Act Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred Computer literate (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong administrative skills Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport