Health and Safety Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Property company specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate.
Joining us means seizing an opportunity to work in a dynamic, industry leading property company in South Africa, where ethic, customer service and teamwork are the foundation of our success.

ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and programs to ensure the health and safety of our employees, contractors, and visitors on all our job sites. This is a full-time, permanent position based in our main office in East London, but travel is required to the various branches and sites across the Country.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and implement health and safety policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations Conduct regular safety inspections and audits on job sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards

Provide training and education to employees on safety procedures and protocols

Investigate accidents and incidents and prepare reports with recommendations for corrective action

Maintain and update safety records and documentation

Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to ensure safety protocols are being followed and address any safety concerns

Keep up-to-date with industry best practices and regulations to ensure the company is in compliance

Develop emergency response plans and conduct drills to ensure preparedness

Manage relationships with external safety consultants and regulatory agencies

Mentor and lead junior team members

Communicate and promote a culture of safety throughout the company

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a health and safety management role, preferably in the construction industry

Knowledge of local, state, and federal safety regulations

Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g. CSP, CIH) is preferred

SKILLS:
Strong leadership and communication skills

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Proven track record of implementing and maintaining successful health and safety programs

Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.

Should you meet the minimum requirements, please forward your CV and supporting documents to C