The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is seeking qualified individuals to apply for the permanent roles of Occupational Health and Safety Officer for Grain Crops in Potchefstroom and Occupational Health and Safety Officer for Small Grain in Bethlehem.
Position: Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
Salary: Market Related
The ARC-Agricultural Research Council (ARC-GC) is eager to find a highly qualified, experienced, and dynamic individual for a role based in Potchefstroom. In addition, the ARC-Agricultural Research Council (ARC-SG) is also seeking a skilled, seasoned, and enthusiastic person to fill the position of Occupational Health and Safety Officer – Small Grain in Bethlehem.
Job Description
- Provide Health and Safety Support & Services by ensuring compliance with OHS regulations and standards by offering health and safety support and services.
- Ensure that employees and contractors comply with safety regulations and policies.
- Identify and facilitate employee and organizational health and safety training needs, interventions and ongoing refresher trainings.
- Conduct and record an updated occupational health risk register.
- Implement and continuously monitor operational controls to reduce workplace risks.
- Monitor, record and report relevant data on occupational incidents, workplace health statistical data and trends.
- Develop and implement emergency response plans and coordinate drills.
- Ensure the availability and proper use of PPE by employees.
- Minimise the organisation’s environmental impact through sustainable waste management and pollution control strategies and programmes.
- Ensure safe keeping of mandatory records, files, registers and technical reports related to safety, health, and environmental activities
- Establish and manage sustainable and functional Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) committees.
- Develop and co-ordinate OHS induction, awareness and training programs to educate managers, employees, operators and contractors about safety policies, protocols, licensing, practices and systems.
- Ensure organizational adaptability to change, evolving medical protocols and develop mechanism to redress non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
Job Requirements
- A 3-year National Diploma, B-Tech or Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Environment, or similar related fields.
- Post graduate Qualification will be advantageous.
- 2-3 years of experience in safety, health, and environmental management.
- Implementation experience in OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001.
- Completed courses with SAMTRAC and/or NOSA.
- Optional: Professional Membership with the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH) at a graduate member level or higher.
- Environmental Compliance (strong recommendation).
- Good communication skills (verbal and written).
- Proficiency in MS Suite.
- Valid South African driver’s license.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 22 APRIL 2025
Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form.
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.
How To Apply
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Occupational Health and Safety Officer (Grain Crops) – Potchefstroom
Occupational Health and Safety Officer (Small Grain) – Bethlehem