EHS Manager
Listed on 2026-01-26
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Healthcare
EHS / HSE Manager -
Management
EHS / HSE Manager
What you will do
EHS Manager is a key role, reporting to Sr. EHS Manager MEA and responsible for overseeing EHS activities across South Africa Region. The primary function of an EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) Manager is to:
Enforce the OHS Act to ensure the workplace complies with the regulations laid out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 to safeguard employees, the environment, and the organization
Implement ISO 14001/ 45001 Management system
Compile and maintain safety files for all contracts as per legal / contractual requirement and assists branches with updated baseline safety files for use as templates
Develop, review and implement EHS training program for employees & contractors
Undertake various risk assessments, develop, review and implement SOP’s,
review and assign various legal appointments and ensure training for legal appointments is completed.
Development, review and implementation of EHS inspections and audits for all legal compliance. Prepare reports on various audits / inspection findings and follow up for closeout
Coordinate and lead SHE committee meetings.
Managing incident and accident investigations
Preparing and maintaining all safety reports and documentation
Compile, maintain and enforce safety systems and procedures across all company operations and assisting all branches in implementing a safe working environment
You will be based in Johannesburg and will be part of a project execution team and shall be responsible for implementing safety and environmental standards within organization.
How will you do it
EHS Manager primary responsibility is to ensure a safe and healthy work environment by conducting safety inspections and audits, establishing and enforcing safety guidelines, ensuring compliance, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining adequate EHS Records complying ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 Standard requirements. You play a crucial role in fostering a culture of safety awareness, promoting JCI Zero Harm Vision and Life Saving Rules (LSR) among employees.
He shall focus on developing a program preventing accidents, injuries, and illnesses by identifying hazards, developing safety policies & procedure and providing training.
What we look for
Required
Bachelor’s degree/ Diploma in occupational health and safety or Environmental Science or Engineering
Accredited health and safety certificate
, often at NQF Level 5, such as the SAMTRAC program.
Min of 5 years EHS experience
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A valid driver’s license (required) and willing to Travel to various sites
Lead Auditor in ISO 14001/45001 and strong knowledge of relevant ISO standards.
Result orientated, tenacious, self-motivated, a customer focused
Excellent Interpersonal skills and communication skills.
Problem Solving, Collaboration, Analyzing and Reporting.
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