Sappi invites qualified candidates who are interested in a permanent role to apply for the position of Health and Safety Officer at the Ngodwana Mill in South Africa.
Position: Health and Safety Officer
Location: Mill Ngodwana, South Africa
Department: Risk Control
Closing date: 08 April 2025
Join Our Team as a Health and Safety Officer!
We’re seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Officer to help us implement a sustainable, integrated health and safety management program that adheres to legal and ISO certification standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coach line managers on health and safety legal requirements and certification standards.
- Monitor and report on health and safety compliance; provide actionable recommendations.
- Facilitate qualitative and quantitative risk assessments.
- Oversee the Management of Change (MOC) process and monitor Project Job Orders (PJO).
- Provide training in incident management and root cause analysis.
- Coordinate health and safety awareness campaigns and conduct induction training.
- Perform inspections, audits, and follow up on findings.
- Offer expert advice to ensure compliance with legal standards.
Essential Qualifications:
- National Diploma in Safety Management or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification.
- Certificates in HIRA, RCAT, and SHEQ Auditing.
- Membership with SAIOSH.
Minimum Experience:
- 2 to 3 years of health and safety experience in manufacturing.
- Knowledge of Integrated Management Systems (IMS).
- Experience in facilitating Behaviour Based Safety (BBS) and action planning.
- Advanced understanding of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.
- Expertise in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with Isometrix SHEQ Management System.
- Strong knowledge of the OHS Act 85 of 1993 and its regulations.
- Experience in Planned Task/Job Observations and Visible Felt Leadership.
- Registration with SACPCMP as CHSO is advantageous.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now!
Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.
Closing Date: 08 April 2025
How To Apply
Apply Here: Health and Safety Officer