Job Opportunities at SA Metal Group

JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Company currently has a vacancy for an Occupational Health & Safety Officer to join their team. The successful candidate will facilitate and drive the delivery of services by adhering to ISO standards as well exceeding the service levels of technologies and processes supporting the business.
• The successful candidate will continually evaluate the integrity of all process systems and redesign/adapt these systems where needed in order to meet production and quality goals and outputs. He/She will furthermore drive company Health and Safety initiatives and programmes. This position requires someone who is able to work in a fast paced, pressurized environment and travel between branches in the Western Cape.

The successful candidate will:

• Align, maintain and manage systems as it pertains to ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 standards, protocols and procedures
• Establish and maintain an internal ISO audit system in order to adhere to legislative requirements by DoL or for obtaining/applying for various tenders
• Liaise with the relevant certification bodies and coordinate audits
• Coordinate and implement corrective ISO action where shortfalls or inadequacies are identified
• Manage the document control process and flow
• Use appropriate techniques to evaluate and to redesign process systems in order to meet set safety and ISO standards
• Ensure compliance to permits, bylaws and legislative requirements
• Ensure compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including safety induction and training
• Promote and ensure adherence to the safety policy and procedures
• Keep management up to date and informed about legislative requirements regarding Occupational health and safety
• Develop safety manuals and training programmes to enhance safe working conditions
• Review and update emergency procedures as and when necessary
• Conduct surveys and audits as required identifying and minimizing the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions
• Conduct workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments, Design and implement responses thereto
• Inspect the place of work to determine whether any machinery, plant, equipment, substance, appliances or process is of such nature liable to cause bodily injury to any person working in the place of work
• Investigate any accident, near-miss accident, dangerous occurrence, occupational poisoning or occupational disease that occurred in the place of work, Design and implement responses to limit or prevent a recurrence hereof
• Compile and submit health and safety related reports to management and third parties
• Liaise with Department of Labour as and when required i.e. regarding IOD’s.
• Responsible for monitoring contractors and vendors working on SA Metal Group sites, to ensure that Health & Safety practices are applied and upheld at all times

Qualifying Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• National Diploma in Safety Management, Environmental Management or equivalent.
• SAMTRAC/NEBOSH certificate
• Professional Registration with SACPCMP
• Extensive knowledge/experience in the implementation and management of ISO systems (9001, 14001, 45001)
• Extensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993
• Extensive knowledge of Occupational Regulations e.g. Driven machinery regulations 1988
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Advanced computer literacy – MS Office, high proficiency in MS Excel
• Atleast 5 years’ experience in a production/manufacturing environment will be advantageous
• Experience in training facilitation will be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Ability to work under challenging conditions

Qualifying Attributes

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Excellent standards in execution

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JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Truck Workshop department currently has a vacancy for a detail orientated, process-driven, dedicated individual to join their team. This position requires someone who is able to work in a fast paced, demanding and pressurized environment.
• Our comprehensive in-house technical facilities, staffed by Qualified Engineers and Artisans, are responsible for our fleet and equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for attending to breakdowns, inspecting, repairing and maintaining our fleet and equipment.

Qualifying Criteria

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic Red Seal Trade Test certificate
• Code 14 Drivers License and valid PDP
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience as a Qualified Diesel Technician specializing in truck fleet maintenance
• Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel)
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision
• Experience working with an Electronic Maintenance system
• Knowledgeable on the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English)
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required

Qualifying Attributes:

• Strength to handle materials and tools (physically fit)
• Must be of sober habits
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Hard working and self-motivated
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Enjoy practical and manual work & be able to work in a pressurized environment
• Must be a team player
• Sound understanding of an array of tools and technical equipment
• Time management and organizational skills
• Display a professional work approach
• Result-driven
• Logical and detail orientated
• Excellent standards in execution

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JOB DESCRIPTION

• The company currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and attentive to detail HR Practitioner to join the Human Capital team and drive company policy and procedures.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Recruitment:
  • Manage recruitment process by attracting top talent, processes will include assessing applications, interviewing applicants, conduct skills tests, prepare reports and make recommendations to management on staff appointments
• Personnel Administration:
  • Maintain and manage the personal records of employees on matters such as wages, leave and training, and prepare associated management reports
• Training and Development:
  • Assess organisational needs and individual training needs together with Training and Development team, for planning and implementing skills development within the organisation
• Organisational Development:
  • Use management information systems to record, maintain, plan and manage the organisation's human resources
• Provide HR advice and information:
  • Management and employees on personnel policies and procedures, including equal opportunity, anti-discrimination and occupational health and safety programs
  • Advise Management and Employees on work issues, career development and organise Employee Assistance Programmes
• Performance Management:
  • Guide management and staff on the optimal application of the performance management process and systems
  • Industrial Relations: Manage internal and external disciplinary and rehabilitation processes.

Qualifying Criteria:

• Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management a prerequisite
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Human Resources field
• Excellent planning, organisational, analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels
• Confidentiality, tact and discretion essential when dealing with people
• Computer Literacy viz. Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent Professional and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Ability to multi-task and manage demanding workload in a pressurised environment
• Excellent problem solving skills coupled with the ability to think on your feet
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver results

Qualifying Attributes

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Excellent standards in execution

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JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Boilershop department currently has a vacancy for a hardworking, dedicated Qualified Coded Welder to join their team. The successful candidate must be able to perform general welding on structures, trailers, trucks and other equipment and machinery. The successful candidate must repair existing components while working accurately and neatly; this applies to repairs and maintenance performed in the workshop and onsite. The successful candidate works in conjunction with the Boilermakers and must be proficient in all forms of welding. The successful candidate must furthermore ensure that their work space is kept neat and tidy (housekeeping) in the workshop and onsite.

Qualifying Criteria:

• Must have a relevant trade test certificate in Welding
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in a similar environment (Steel and or Industrial environment)
• Must have experience in pipe welding work
• Extensive knowledge of power tools
• Enjoys technical activities
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Rules
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Excellent communication skills

Qualifying Attributes :

• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required
• Strength to handle materials & tools (physically fit)
• Must have sober habits
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Excellent standards in execution