Scaffold Safety Officer

SUMMARY: Scaffold Safety Officer - Registration with SACPCMP: (CHSO) in Nelspruit

Purpose of the Role: To ensure that all scaffolding operations are in strict compliance with health and safety legislation, safety standards, and project-specific requirements. Responsibilities include inspecting structures, facilitating risk assessments, monitoring performance, and leading safety initiatives.

• Matric / Grade 12 required
• Scaffolding Inspector Certificate
• SAMTRAC or SHEMTRAC
• Diploma in Safety Management preferred
• Fall Protection Plan Developer Certificate
• ISO 45001 internal Auditor
• Legal Liability Course
• Advance Risk Assessment Training
• Incident Investigation (ICAM or RCAT)
• Registration with SACPCMP: (CHSO)
• First Aid Level 1 & Basic Fire Fighting

• Minimum 3-5 years in health and safety role
• Strong understanding of working at heights and fall protection systems
• Experience overseeing scaffolding operations

• In-depth knowledge of scaffolding systems, compliance procedures
• Conduct risk assessments, safe work procedures
• Implement safety observation programs
• Oversight of scaffold structures during operations and shutdowns
• Promote a positive safety culture on site

• Manage site-specific Permit to Work procedures
• Coordinate with stakeholders for approvals

• Coordinate multiple scaffolding teams
• Deliver safety briefings and user training
• Prepare safety documentation, incident reports
• Maintain safety compliance files

• Lead incident investigations
• Submit comprehensive reports
• Implement corrective actions

• Attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Collaborative and proactive mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills