Health and Safety Officer needed at CLS Human Capital Specialists

Introduction:

• An established agricultural operation is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health and Safety Officer to support and strengthen occupational health and safety practices across its operations.
• The role is based at the Head Office in Pretoria and involves regular travel to operational sites, including farms. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring legislative compliance, managing risk, and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.

Job Purpose:

• The role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety systems, conducting inspections and risk assessments, investigating incidents, and supporting management and staff in maintaining a safe working environment.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

• National Senior Certificate
• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field

Minimum education (desirable):

• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH certification

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety Management

Required nature of experience:

• Occupational health and safety management in an operational environment
• Conducting OHS inspections, audits, and compliance assessments
• Hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRA) and implementation of control measures
• Incident and accident investigations with corrective action implementation
• Preparing statutory documentation and health and safety reports
• Liaising with regulatory authorities, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Data analysis and reporting on health and safety performance
• Managing SHEQ records, documentation, and health and safety budgets
• Exposure to farming or agricultural operations

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience using OHS management systems or digital inspection tools
• Strong organisational, time management, and self-management skills
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions

Other:

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport
• Willingness to travel regularly to operational sites (company vehicle provided for farm travel)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
OHS Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the OHS Act, 85 of 1993, and applicable regulations
• Monitor legislative changes and advise management on compliance implications
• Develop, review, and maintain health and safety policies and procedures in line with the OHS Act
• Implement emergency preparedness and response procedures that comply with OHS Act provisions

Risk Management and Hazard Control

• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments across all sites
• Implement and monitor risk control measures
• Ensure safe use, inspection, and maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Promote proactive risk management practices

Farm Visits and Inspections

• Conduct regular inspections of farms and operational sites
• Identify unsafe conditions and practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Support operational teams in applying health and safety standards
• Monitor compliance and follow up on outstanding actions

Training and Awareness

• Facilitate health and safety inductions, refresher training, and toolbox talks
• Conduct awareness campaigns promoting safe work practices
• Ensure employees and contractors are trained according to legal requirements
• Maintain accurate training records

Incident Management, Reporting and Record Keeping

• Investigate incidents and accidents and recommend preventative measures
• Maintain incident registers and statutory documentation
• Prepare and submit reports to relevant authorities when required
• Compile and present monthly, quarterly, and annual safety performance and compliance reports to management
• Maintain accurate SHEQ records and performance data

 Closing:  2026-01-18