SHERQ Officer - Malelane at RCL Foods

• We at RCL FOODS are in search for a SHERQ Officer to join our Sugar Division. We are seeking a highly motivated  SHERQ Officer to join our dynamic team in Malelane . The incumbent to ensure that corporate and/or departmental SHERQ policies, standards and procedures are implemented and adhered to.

Minimum Requirements    

• Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety – NQF Level 6 and relevant SHERQ qualifications.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good ability to handle stressful situations and deal with multiple tasks.
• At least two years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety administration.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of SHE related legal requirements including OSH Act
• Knowledge of QFS systems will be advantageous.
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• To ensure that Corporate and/or departmental SHERQ policies, standards and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
• Ensure proper administration of the incident reporting and investigation system, legal documents and registers.
• Conduct Generic SHERQ training and in-house coaching on SHERQ aspects.
• Assist with and carry out incident investigations as required.
• Assist the SHERQ Department with updating of SHERQ systems, lists and files.
• Advise Project Managers re requirements of Contractors on site, safety files, etc.
• Internal audit (inspections) and checking of all SHERQ systems (permits, housekeeping, paperwork, etc.) on a regular basis.
• Assist the GMR2.1 appointee in adherence to all legal requirements, ensuring all system requirements are kept up to date.
• Oversee the SHERQ Administrator, first aiders and safety rep ’appointees’ programmes and work.
• Coordinate and support all QFS related functions within Supply Chain.
• Attend all related-on site safety meetings.
• Liaise between the SHERQ department, Clinic and plant regarding related work.
• All other safety related work.
• Liaise with Department of Labour inspectors and various other auditors.
• Assist with the development of all types of Risk Assessment.