About the Role
We are currently looking for a Temporary SHEQ Representative who will support the organisation in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) standards
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- Previous experience in a SHEQ, health and safety or safety representative role.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures and workplace compliance requirements.
- Good understanding of hazard identification, risk assessments and incident reporting.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong administrative, organisational and reporting abilities.
- Occupational Health and Safety certificate or relevant SHEQ qualification.
- SAMTRAC or an equivalent health and safety course.
- First Aid and Fire Fighting certificates.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
- Experience in logistics, transport, warehousing, industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good observation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to identify hazards and promote safe working practices.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Professional conduct and a proactive approach to workplace safety.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and compile reports.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular workplace health and safety inspections.
- Monitor compliance with SHEQ policies, procedures and applicable legislation.
- Identify workplace hazards and assist with risk assessments.
- Ensure that employees comply with safety rules, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and safe working practices.
- Assist with incident, accident and near-miss investigations and reporting.
- Maintain SHEQ documentation, registers, checklists and inspection reports.
- Assist with toolbox talks, safety inductions and employee awareness training.
- Monitor corrective and preventative actions to ensure identified risks are addressed.
- Assist with internal audits and compliance inspections.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents and non-compliance to management.
- Support environmental management and housekeeping standards.
- Ensure that safety signage, emergency equipment and relevant safety records are maintained.
- Assist with contractor and visitor safety compliance where applicable.