Junior SHEQ Officer

Salary: Market related

Location: Midrand

Job type:
Permanent

Industry: Manufacturing / FMCG

Reference: CWR.SF.JSO.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client is a feeding scheme supplier and manufacturer of quality dry powder food products. They are looking for a Junior SHEQ Officer to join their team as soon as possible.

JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

In this role, the Junior SHEQ Officer (JSO) will assist in implementing and maintaining health and safety system to ensure compliance with ISO 45001:2018. The JSO will also assist with risk assessments, conducting safety inspections as well as carrying out Quality Control (QC) duties in the factory.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS).
• Assist with development and implementation of safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with ensuring that all the legal training is kept up to date (forklift drivers licenses, fire fighters certificates & first aiders certificates).
• Assist with conducting internal systems audits & closing of audit findings as well as participation in third party audits.
• Carry out toolbox talks.
• Assist with accident / Incident reporting, investigation and prevention.
• Coordinate annual medical screening for staff.
• Coordinate monthly SHE Committee meetings.
• Induction of new employees and visitors.
• Provide training and support to employees, ensuring they are aware of potential SHE and Food safety risks.
• Assist in ensuring that all safety equipment is well maintained and readily available on-site.
• Ensure that SHE Reps are doing their inspections and SHE Rep registers are completed always.
• Issuing of PPE and accurate record keeping.
• Support quality control (QC) activities in the factory, including receiving raw materials, sample collection, product inspections, and filling of quality check sheets.
• Inspects and monitors the quality of in-process food production batches on an hourly basis, including consistency, counts, weights, and compliance with food quality control and sanitation standards and procedures.
• Assist with monitoring all production areas of the factory to ensure compliance with established food safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with GMP and hygiene inspections in the factory.
• Assist with product development.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• 3-year tertiary qualification in Safety Management or a similar qualification
• ISO 45001:2018 certification (advantageous)
• First Aid certification (advantageous)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• At least 1 year experience in a food manufacturing environment will be an added advantage
• Computer literate in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A team player

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We endeavour to respond to all applications. However, if you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.