Health & Safety Officer

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red cat recruitment

health & safety offi…

wednesday, february 25, 2026

pietermaritzburg, kwazulu-natal, south africa

to be discussed

health & safety officer

redcat recruitment is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced health & safety officer for a well-established concern, position based in pietermaritzburg, kwazulu-natal.

• grade 12.
• relevant degree/diploma in the health & safety
• samtrac (safety management training course).
• sound knowledge of ohs act and related legislation.
• hira (hazard identification risk assessment) training.
• additional h&s certifications (first aid, fire fighting, incident investigation) an added advantage.
• 3 years’ experience in a health and safety administrative or coordination role.
• valid driver’s license / own reliable vehicle.
• microsoft office suite (intermediate level or higher).
• english speaking (must be able to read, write and speak fluently).

• ensure compliance with the occupational health and safety act (ohs act) and relevant regulations.
• assist with risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• coordinate safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training records.
• compile and submit health and safety reports and statistics.
• conduct site inspections and follow up on non-conformances.
• administer and maintain health and safety files, registers, and records.
• monitor progress of incident investigation and corrective reports and provide feedback during safety meetings.
• record and file all incident investigations and maintain site records.
• track, organize, and record all training and certifications for the site.
• record minutes and act as secretary for health & safety meetings.
• ensure all company safety policies and instructions are adhered to and followed.
• determine training requirements.
• identify hazards and assess risk.

very strong administration skills - person will play a key part in ensuring health and safety compliance and accurate administration of critical documentation, supporting our commitment to a safe and efficient workplace.

salary package offered:

- to be discussed

please only apply if you have the relevant experience / only suitable candidates will be contacted.

please apply for this position via our website ( or email your updated cv (ms word or pdf format), qualifications, your current salary package and any written references to