Health and Safety Officer

In brief

**Overview** Bidvest Tank Terminals is recruiting for a Health and Safety Officer to join its SHE Department located in Richards Bay. The primary purpose of this role is to provide efficient and effective Health and Safety support, ensuring that all relevant H&S activities are fully aligned with company standards, regional SOPs, work functions, and all applicable regulatory requirements. The Health and Safety Officer will also be responsible for interpreting and enforcing government rules and regulations pertaining to the inspection, supervision, and repair of emergency equipment and activities for the business unit. **What you will do** * Conduct daily contractor audits and inspections. * Ensure that Safety, Risk and PPE assessments are conducted as and when required. * Inspect all firefighting and suppression equipment to ensure compliance. * Actively participate in PIMAD (Fire evacuation drills) activities. * Develop strategies to mitigate fire risks. * Compile and maintain safety and emergency equipment registers. * Monitor contractor safety performance and compile relevant reports. * Participate in the selection, training, and motivation of assigned fire team members. * Participate in incident investigations and report on the cause of all incidents. * Conduct daily site visits and ensure all non-conformances are corrected immediately. * Ensure adherence to the OHSACT by all BTT employees and contractors. * Conduct regular SHE awareness sessions to enhance employee engagement and build a proactive safety culture. * Supervise Safety Watchers. * Guide Safety Representatives in carrying out their duties and issuing reports. **Requirements (from the original advert)** The original advert specifies the following requirements: * Grade 12 * SAMTRAC * National Diploma in Safety Management * A relevant process of Fire Prevention certification/qualification * 3 years’ experience in a similar role preferably within the Chemical and Petro-chemical industry * Ability to plan, organise, prioritise and multi-task * Excellent problem-solving skills * Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) * Must be able to work under pressure * Proficient on MS Office – Word, Excel, Power Point * Knowledge of SHE and fire systems * Knowledge of SHEQ systems (ISO45001, ISO14001 & ISO9001) **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an organised and proactive individual with the ability to plan, prioritise, and multitask effectively. They should possess excellent problem-solving and communication skills (both written and verbal), and be capable of working under pressure. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential, along with a strong knowledge of SHE and fire systems, and SHEQ systems such as ISO45001, ISO14001, and ISO9001. Candidates must hold a Grade 12 certificate, SAMTRAC, a National Diploma in Safety Management, and a relevant Fire Prevention certification. A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within the Chemical and Petro-chemical industry, is required. **Deadline** 29th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/health-and-safety-officer-bidvest-tank-terminals Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Health and safety (OHS)

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