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Health and Safety Consultant

Health and Safety Consultant

ImmployCape Town, South Africa
26 days ago
Job description

Location : Bellville

Role : Health and Safety Consultant

Summary :

Conducts health and safety audits to assess compliance with regulations and standards. Provides expert advice, identifies risks, recommends improvements, and supports clients in creating safer workplace practices.

Key Responsibilities :

Client Consultation & Advisory Services :

  • Provide expert health and safety consultation to multiple external clients across various industries
  • Act as the appointed Health and Safety Advisor for clients (legal appointments in terms of OHSA)
  • Conduct initial client assessments and develop customized H&S strategies
  • Advise clients on legislative compliance requirements and best practices
  • Develop client-specific health and safety policies, procedures, and programs
  • Attend client sites regularly for routine visits and support

Auditing & Compliance :

  • Conduct comprehensive health and safety compliance audits at client facilities
  • Perform ISO 45001 system audits and gap analyses
  • Evaluate compliance with OHSA Act 85 of 1993 and all applicable regulations
  • Conduct legal compliance audits and identify non-conformances
  • Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and action plans
  • Verify implementation of corrective actions during follow-up visits
  • Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour inspectors on behalf of clients
  • Risk Management Services :

  • Conduct risk assessments (HIRA) and Job Safety Analyses for client operations
  • Develop risk registers and risk mitigation strategies
  • Review and update clients' Safe Work Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Assess hazardous operations and recommend appropriate control measures
  • Conduct workplace inspections and identify unsafe conditions
  • Documentation & Systems Development :

  • Develop comprehensive Safety Files for client organizations
  • Create and maintain legal appointment registers
  • Develop Emergency Response Plans and evacuation procedures
  • Prepare mandatory documentation for Department of Employment and Labour submissions
  • Assist clients with Compensation Fund registrations and submissions
  • Develop PPE matrices and hazardous chemical registers
  • Training & Capacity Building :

  • Develop and deliver customized health and safety training programs for clients
  • Conduct on-site induction training for client employees and contractors
  • Facilitate Health and Safety Committee meetings and representative training
  • Deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions
  • Train client personnel on incident investigation procedures
  • Incident Management Support :

  • Assist clients with incident, accident, and near-miss investigations
  • Conduct root cause analysis and prepare investigation reports
  • Advise on corrective and preventive actions
  • Support clients with Compensation Fund claims and submissions
  • Guide clients through Department of Employment and Labour incident reporting
  • Client Relationship Management :

  • Maintain strong professional relationships with existing clients
  • Provide responsive support and timely service delivery
  • Conduct quarterly business reviews with key clients
  • Identify opportunities for additional services and client retention
  • Support business development and new client acquisition
  • Required Qualifications :

    Education :

  • Essential :
  • National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field
  • SAMTRAC (Safety Management Training Certificate) - mandatory
  • Valid First Aid Level 2 or 3 Certificate
  • Certificate in Incident Investigation
  • Advantegeous :
  • NEBOSCH IGC (International General Certificate)
  • ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification
  • Construction Health and Safety Management Course
  • Diploma in Occupational Health (DOH)
  • Professional qualification (e.g., Pr.CPM, COH)
  • Registration & Licensing :

  • Essential :
  • Registration with SACPCMP (as a Professional Health and Safety Consultant) or SAIOH - mandatory
  • Valid Code 08 (EB) driver's license with own reliable vehicle
  • Experience :

  • Minimum 5+ years' proven experience in health and safety consulting or advisory role
  • Extensive experience conducting health and safety audits across multiple industries
  • Demonstrated track record managing multiple client accounts simultaneously
  • Experience with legal compliance audits and Department of Employment and Labour interactions
  • Proven experience in developing H&S management systems from scratch
  • Experience in construction, manufacturing, retail, or logistics industries highly advantageous
  • Industry Knowledge :

  • Must have multi-industry exposure including :
  • Construction (OHS Act Regulations for Construction Work)
  • Manufacturing and industrial operations
  • General commercial / office environments
  • Warehousing and logistics (optional but advantageous)
  • Knowledge & Skills :

  • Expert knowledge of South African occupational health and safety legislation (OHSA and all regulations)
  • Thorough understanding of ISO 45001 : 2018 standard and implementation
  • Proficiency in various risk assessment methodologies
  • Knowledge of Construction Regulations 2014
  • Understanding of Environmental Regulations and waste management
  • Knowledge of Compensation Fund processes and procedures
  • Familiarity with Labour Relations Act and Employment Equity Act
  • Technical Competencies :

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent report writing and presentation skills
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and site plans
  • Experience with H&S management software and audit tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Project management skills
  • Personal Attributes & Competencies :

  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English; Afrikaans and / or additional SA language highly advantageous for Cape Town market
  • Strong client-facing skills with professional business acumen
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent time management and ability to prioritize multiple client demands
  • Assertive yet diplomatic approach to enforcing compliance
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics
  • Consultative mindset with solution-oriented approach
  • Willingness to travel extensively within Western Cape and occasionally nationally
  • Adaptability to work across different industries and organizational cultures
  • Key Performance Indicators :

  • Client satisfaction scores (minimum 85%)
  • Number of audits completed per month (target : 12-15)
  • Billable hours percentage (target : 75%+)
  • Client retention rate (target : 90%+)
  • Audit report turnaround time (within 5 working days)
  • Revenue generation and new business development contribution
  • Compliance improvement rates at client sites
  • Reduction in client incidents and non-conformances
  • Working Conditions :

  • Office-based in Bellville with frequent travel to client sites
  • Approximately 60-70% of time spent at various client locations across Western Cape
  • Occasional work outside normal business hours for client emergencies or audits
  • May require occasional overnight travel for clients outside Cape Town
  • Exposure to various industrial environments including construction sites, factories, and warehouses
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