Hire Resolve, a leading recruitment agency, is currently seeking a Junior Health & Safety Officer to join an IT company based in Roodepoort, Gauteng.
As a Junior Health & Safety Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and implementing effective safety management systems in the company. You will work closely with the Risk and Safety Officer to identify and mitigate risks, conduct inspections, and provide support in maintaining a safe working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the implementation of health and safety systems across all sites
Perform inspections and spot checks of fire fighting and detection equipment
Support the development and implementation of health and safety management systems
Identify and evaluate risks and develop safe work procedures
Record and investigate accidents, provide guidance, and ensure proper reporting
Provide feedback in safety meetings and follow up on health and safety inspections
Conduct audits and inspections on contractors
Provide informal health and safety training to employees
Ensure compliance with health and safety statutory requirements
Responsible for site induction programs for employees, contractors, and visitors
Requirements:
Relevant qualification in health and safety (advantageous)
Minimum 3 years of general health and safety experience
Experience in an FMCG environment (recommended)
Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
Good knowledge of health and safety regulations
Excellent communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Benefits:
Salary: negotiable. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.