Senior Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations Cd: Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Northern

Requirements:
A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Occupational Health and Safety. Minimum Three (3) to four (4) years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety environment. The disclosure of valid unexpired driver’s license (Annotate such details on the CV). Knowledge of strategic and operational plan in Occupational Health and Safety Management. OHS Policy implementation. Monitoring and evaluation principles. Knowledge of research procedures and techniques. knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety and its application within the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) environment. Disciplinary knowledge in public administration. Knowledge of health and safety management systems design, techniques and tools. Ability to write, review and proof-read OHS reports. Understanding of Government legislation. Knowledge of OHS Act and Regulations (Act 85 of 1993). Knowledge of the risk management theory and practical auditor’s assessment. Computer literacy skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Have experience related to Safety management within the Operations and Maintenance environment. Having any professional registration associated with Occupational Health and Safety will be an added advantage. Willing to travel extensively and work irregular hours.

Duties:
To be based at the Technical Services Sub-Directorate at the Northern Operations Cluster Office, reporting directly to the sub-directorate Head: Technical Services, and provide Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) support, coordination, monitoring and assurance to the Hartbeespoort, Groblersdal and Tzaneen Area Offices. Coordinate and support the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and applicable DWS OHS policies, procedures and standards. Develop and maintain SHE/OHS management systems, procedures and programmes. Coordinate the implementation of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments and monitor the effectiveness of risk-control measures. Conduct regular OHS inspections and compliance assessments at DWS operational facilities, including dams, pump stations, canals, workshops, construction sites and other workplaces. Investigate OHS incidents, accidents and near misses, conduct root-cause analysis and monitor the implementation and closure of corrective and preventative actions. Coordinate statutory reporting of reportable incidents and manage COIDA-related processes. Interpret and coordinate the implementation of recommendations arising from internal and external audits, inspections and compliance assessments. Monitor OHS compliance of contractors and service providers and provide technical advice to managers, supervisors, employees and OHS representatives. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual OHS performance reports, including incidents, injuries, fatalities, near misses, risks, trends and corrective actions in accordance with the approved reporting matrix. Coordinate emergency preparedness, fire safety programmes, emergency procedures and drills, and liaise with relevant emergency services and regulatory bodies. Develop and facilitate OHS awareness, training, workshops and safety promotion programmes. Provide OHS input into maintenance procedures, safe systems of work and operational practices to promote the application of best practices. Assist with the planning and management of the OHS budget and resources. Maintain appropriate OHS records, registers and compliance documentation. Promote a positive safety culture, employee participation, innovation and continuous improvement, including initiatives for reporting hazards, near misses and safety improvement suggestions. Provide specialist OHS advice and regular performance feedback to the Head: Technical Services and relevant management structures and provide technical input into the strategic and operational planning of the OHS function.

Enquiries: Mr IR Mmutloane Tel No: (012) 200 9000

Reference number: 301026/21