Health & Safety Expert– Renewable Energy

Health & Safety Specialist – Renewable Energy Projects

A leading renewable energy developer is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to support project and operational teams in ensuring full compliance with OHS legislation, project standards, and HSE best practices.

This role will play a key part in maintaining a strong safety culture across construction and operational environments, ensuring all contractors and stakeholders meet required compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with OHS Act and applicable regulations across all projects

• Review and approve contractor Health & Safety Plans and Files

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor legal compliance and appointments

• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety file reviews

• Track and report incidents, deviations, and non-compliance

• Compile and manage weekly and monthly HSE reports and statistics

• Ensure all personnel meet fitness, training, and certification requirements

• Support risk assessments, method statements, and incident investigations

• Maintain accurate HSE documentation, records, and audit trails

• Coordinate safety meetings and track action items to close-out

• Support PPE management and HSE training initiatives

• Assist with compliance audits across construction, O&M, and head office

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Relevant qualification in Health & Safety

• NEBOSH

Experience:

• Proven experience in construction or renewable energy environments

• Strong understanding of South African OHS Act (Act 85 of 1993)

• Experience with risk assessments and incident investigations