Environmental And Occupational Health And Safety Officer - Feitoria

Job title : Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety Officer - Feitoria

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : May 10, 2025

Minimum Requirements

1. Diploma or B / Tech in Health & Safety, Environmental or Risk Control qualification. NOSA would be advantageous.
2. 3 - 4 Years experience of working in a manufacturing / office environment and a proven track record in Health, Safety & Environment.
3. Minimum 4 years hands on experience working as the Safety Officer in a manufacturing environment.
4. 1-2 years leadership experience and ISO 9000 / 1400 series knowledge would be an added advantage.
5. 3 – 5 years FMCG / Manufacturing experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Safety & Legal Compliance

1. Ensure that the plant adheres to all applicable clauses of OHSA, local by-laws and company safety regulations, policies, and standards.
2. Maintain a register of all SHE Legal Statutes and ensure any changes in legislation are filed, tracked, and actioned upon.
3. Ensure the creation, maintenance, review and updating of SHE Policies, standards, and procedures, and that SHE is integrated into all activities.
4. Establish and participate in the SHE Committee in accordance with the OHS Act.
5. Ensure that SHE incident investigations are conducted.
6. Assist HOD’s with the establishment of the SHE related investment and operational budgets.
7. Contribute to the implementation of a safety concept in construction and/or installation projects and ensure that all contractors comply with company SHE requirements.
8. Ensure good communication and regular interaction with all departments on OHS issues.
9. Ensure an adequate program exists to monitor and report on the quality of water and air (incl. effluent discharge).
10. Assume responsibility for site security, access control and CCTV management.
11. Research and implement new materials handling processes.
12. Evaluate, assess, and alter safety policies and procedures.
13. Maintain fire detection and fire suppression systems.

Inspections, Risk Assessments & Reports

1. Conduct risk assessments of all plant machinery, processes, and ancillary equipment.
2. Maintain records of accident statistics in accordance with legal procedures for management and central safety committee.
3. Compile and submit accurate Key Reports using KPI / BIC reports as per applicable schedule and Factory Manager of any serious safety concerns.
4. Comply with Nando’s Feitoria reporting and prepare the relevant documentation for submission to the relevant authorities as per OHSA.
5. Conduct a comprehensive 6 monthly SHE inspection of the entire premises and submit a written report.
6. Collect and report on the monthly and annual SHE statistics and KPI’s.
7. Track incident metrics and apply findings.
8. Lead injury and incident inquiries and evaluations.
9. Analyze accident reports and evaluate injury case studies.

Training, External Relations, Safety Action Roadmaps

1. Conduct or facilitate safety training (OHSA and legislation, Operator, first aid, hazardous chemicals, electrical training etc.) to embed the culture of safety in our team.
2. Ensure that agreed Safety Action Plans and deadlines as per external and internal Management Safety Audits are adhered to.
3. Ensure all required internal and external safety audits are carried out as per agreed schedules.
4. Ensure adherence to all SHE related legislation, providing advice, guidance, and support to the Plant.
5. Ensure arrangements are in place to make all staff aware of legal obligations relating to SHE Risks.
6. Supervise and help organize, equip, and train the different specialized groups dealing with SHE, such as Fire team, First aid team, Hazardous material group, and Evacuation team.
7. Identify SHE training needs for the site, develop a SHE Training Matrix, and ensure trainings are completed.
8. Organize continuous SHE education and training programs for all employees.

Food Security & Defense

1. Coordinate the cross-functional food defense team.
2. Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability studies annually or as required.
3. Establish a food defense plan.
4. Provide food defense training for all employees.

Environmental

1. Responsible for First Garment coordination.
2. Establish and head up company Sustainability Committee to monitor & report on power & water usage as well as waste management & recycling.
3. Implement and manage the site environmental monitoring program.
4. Oversee contractors and consultants providing environmental services.
5. Support the development of site compliance reports required in association with legislation.
6. Implement and verify the business environmental management system.
7. Partner with operational teams to support effective environmental risk management.