SHEQ Officer

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Steel Industry has an urgent vacancy for a SHEQ Officer in Rustenburg.

POSITION INFO:
1. Job Purpose To support the implementation, monitoring and maintenance of the company''''s Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) systems within a steel manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will assist in ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety legislation, environmental requirements, quality standards and company procedures, while promoting a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. 2. Key Responsibilities Health and Safety Conduct routine workplace inspections and safety checks across production, warehouse and factory areas. Identify potential hazards and unsafe working conditions and report them to management. Assist with risk assessments and the implementation of corrective actions. Monitor employee compliance with health and safety procedures. Ensure employees wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Assist with incident, accident and near-miss investigations. Maintain health and safety registers and documentation. Assist with toolbox talks and safety awareness initiatives. Environmental Management Assist in monitoring environmental compliance within the manufacturing facility. Conduct routine checks relating to waste management, housekeeping and environmental practices. Ensure correct waste segregation and disposal procedures are followed. Report environmental incidents, spills and potential environmental risks. Quality Management Assist with maintaining quality control procedures and standards. Conduct basic quality and housekeeping inspections in production and storage areas. Ensure relevant quality documentation and inspection records are maintained. Report non-conformances and assist with corrective and preventative actions. Support the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems. Compliance and Administration Assist with maintaining SHEQ policies, procedures, registers and records. Ensure workplace safety documentation is updated and properly filed. Assist with internal and external SHEQ audits. Monitor compliance with applicable legislation and company requirements. Follow up on outstanding corrective actions. Assist with preparing SHEQ reports and statistics. Employee Training and Awareness Assist with employee safety inductions. Support toolbox talks and safety awareness campaigns. Promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the organisation. Assist in ensuring employees understand and follow workplace safety procedures. 3. Minimum Requirements Grade 12 / Matric. National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, SAMTRAC or relevant SHEQ qualification will be advantageous. Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation. Basic computer literacy (MS Office). Good written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment will be advantageous but is not essential. Willingness to work on the factory floor and conduct regular inspections. 4. Required Skills and Competencies Strong attention to detail. Good organisational and administrative skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to identify potential risks and hazards. Good report-writing and record-keeping abilities. Proactive approach to health and safety. Ability to work independently and within a team. Confidence to communicate safety requirements to employees. Strong problem-solving skills. 5. Personal Attributes The ideal candidate must be: Responsible and disciplined. Observant and detail-oriented. Proactive and solutions-driven. Assertive when dealing with safety non-compliance. Willing to learn and develop within the SHEQ environment. Comfortable interacting with employees at all levels.