OHS Manager

Are you a safety driven OHS leader with a passion for protecting people and building a zero harm culture? Join our Networks team as an OHS Manager in Plattekloof, where you’ll set and maintain our occupational health and safety standards, run our OHS management system and make sure every employee and contractor gets home safely.

This role is perfect for a resilient, hands on specialist who thrives on turning legislation into practical routines, loves coaching others to work safely and is excited to lead a regional OHS team in a fast paced telecommunications environment.

What you’ll do:

• Design and implement an OHS management system aligned to ISO 45001 that helps our operational teams achieve zero harm
• Set the OHS standards for the business and keep them current through regular reviews, audits, inspections and enforcement
• Make sure all staff and contractors are informed and trained in their health and safety responsibilities
• Ensure hazard identification and risk assessments, safe work procedures and method statements are completed, communicated and followed
• Investigate all OHS incidents and near misses, identify root causes and see corrective actions through to close out
• Report monthly to Operational Managers and the Operations Executive on OHS statistics, audit findings, interventions and their impact
• Ensure legal compliance with the OHS Act 85 of 1993, its regulations (including the Construction Regulations) and COIDA, and maintain statutory appointments such as Section 16(2) assignments, health and safety representatives, first aiders and emergency teams
• Manage contractor and subcontractor OHS requirements, including pre-qualification, induction, permits to work and site inspections
• Plan, test and maintain emergency preparedness and response procedures
• Plan and execute an annual OHS audit and inspection programme, tracking findings to closure
• Develop operational plans with Operational Managers, manage resources and build strong relationships with all stakeholders
• Provide functional guidance, coaching and direction to the regional OHS Agents so they stay aligned to our standards and culture
• Implement the Management Operating System discipline in the OHS support function

What you’ll need:

• Grade 12
• A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in OHS or a related field
• Relevant OHS registrations and certifications, for example SACPCMP or SAIOSH professional registration, NEBOSH or SAMTRAC, and ISO 45001 auditor training
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an OHS management role
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in an OHS department servicing a business unit of at least 100 technical people
• Experience in the telecommunications industry will be an advantage
• A valid driver’s licence
• Recognition as an OHS subject matter expert, with sound knowledge of OHS best practice and South African OHS legislation
• A working knowledge of the ISO 45001 management system and internal auditing
• Proven ability to provide functional leadership to an OHS team, analyse complex situations, prioritise goals and develop effective plans
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to implement plans
• Analytical thinking, problem solving, sound judgment and decisive action
• A results driven, resilient, adaptable and self aware approach
• The ability to transfer knowledge and skills to others

What we offer:

• Exposure to a dynamic workplace
• A chance to grow your skills through our internal academy
• A friendly, team-driven environment
• Group Risk Benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Health and Lifestyle Programmes

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