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Operations Support & Safety Officer - Johannesburg

Job Summary:

Our client within the mining industry is currently seeking a Operations Support & Safety Officer. The successful incumbent will be responsible on a daily basis for ensuring workplace safety and providing operational support. This job operates in or out of office, some physical check and assistance with physical logistics operation should be outdoor, and some admin and paperwork should be done indoor. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Support the development of OHS policies and programs
  • Provide security advisory and instruct on various safety-related topics
  • Conduct periodic risk assessment and enforce preventative measures.
  • Conduct Residential Security Audits (if required)
  • Initiate and organize OHS workshops and safety coordination meetings
  • Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity
  • Stop any unsafe acts or practices that seem dangerous or unhealthy.
  • Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information
  • Maintaining and keeping record of PPE stock.
  • Provide CPO/Driver support
  • Responsible for the maintenance and safety of all company vehicles
  • Maintain regular records and keep up-to-date PSAMS supplier accounts and recon
  • Provide admin and front office support
  • Performs other duties as required.

Competencies:

  1. Technical Capacity
  2. Communication Proficiency
  3. Ethical Conduct
  4. Problem Solving/Analysis
  5. Strategic Thinking

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders talk, hear and see.
  • Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects during the course of the workday.
  • The company promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Matric
  • 3 Years Related Experience
  • Fluent in English
  • Proven experience as a Safety Officer
  • Knowledge of potentially hazardous material or practices
  • Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
  • Diligent with great attention to detail
  • Familiar with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

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