Safety Watcher - Richards Bay at Bidvest Tank Terminals

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Ability to deal with differences/conflict.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Knowledge and application of firefighting practices, methods and procedures
• Knowledge of the storage, handling and the usage of hazardous materials fire prevention practices
• High level of professionalism

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• 2 years’ experience in a Chemical storage/manufacturing plant
• Valid Basic Fire Fighting
• Valid First Aid Training
• HIRA

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor all activities related to confined space work under the relevant legislation
• Identify confined space and their hazards and adhere to the proper entry procedures required
• Be prepared to respond to unsafe or emergency situations
• Conduct gas testing activities, hazard identification and risk assessments
• Monitor all hazardous and “hot work” areas that may require gas testing
• Identify hazards and be prepared to respond to unsafe hazardous situations
• Stop operations if any hazardous conditions are detected
• Maintain the conditions and requirements stated on the Permit to work
• Maintain constant visual and voice contact with other employees
• Inspect the entire work area and look for potential release of flammable vapours or liquids
• Operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, fixed monitors and hose carts
• Keep flammable materials from ignition sources
• Assist with Leak Detection and Repair program.
• Extinguish fires immediately or turn on the fire alarm
• Be familiar with the exact location of firefighting equipment in the immediate area
• Ensure the work area is free of hot sparks, embers and other fire hazards when operation is done
• Ensure that emergency equipment is returned to the correct place after use.
• Apply first aid techniques where applicable.