Salary
≈ $33k – $64k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Johannesburg)
Seniority
Senior · 10+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. Hire Resolve scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Hire Resolve is a recruitment and executive search agency headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, filling permanent and contract roles for client companies in Africa, the Middle East, Europe and North America. Its assignments span engineering and construction, manufacturing, hospitality, legal, finance, IT and energy clients, and it also recruits mechanics and maintenance technicians from South Africa for employers in the Netherlands. Recent searches include structural and civil engineers, construction superintendents and MEP project managers, tax managers, personal injury attorneys and paralegals, hotel managers, luxury housekeeping staff and HVAC technicians.
Hire Resolve's client in the Engineering sector is urgently seeking the expertise of a Senior Manager: Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) in South Africa.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive SHERQ management systems, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements.
- Achieve and maintain certifications in health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards, environmental impacts, and quality gaps, developing mitigation strategies.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving initiatives that enhance safety, health, environmental performance, and quality excellence.
- Provide expert advice and training to project teams on SHERQ matters, ensuring all employees are aware of and comply with SHERQ policies and procedures.
- Oversee incident investigations, ensuring that root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date SHERQ documentation and records.
- Engage with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure SHERQ requirements are met and exceeded.
- Produce SHERQ-related documents for tender submissions.
- Lead projects from a SHERQ perspective from initiation, proposals, planning, and execution.
- Work inside the Group’s SHERQ system which is governed by the Group’s IMS.
Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in or equivalent qualification (NQF 7) in SHEQ fields. A Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) will be advantageous.
- Professional certifications in health and safety (e.g., SACPCMP) or environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in SHERQ management within the construction, engineering, or energy sectors, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing SHERQ strategies, policies, and procedures in compliance with local and international standards.
- Proficient in risk management practices and techniques, with the ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and audits.
- Extensive knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong leadership capabilities and the ability to drive SHERQ culture across the organization.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Report writing and statistical presentation skills.
- Proficient Computer literacy skills, e.g., Word, Advance Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- A valid driver’s license with own transport.
Personal Attributes:
- Demonstrated leadership in promoting a positive SHERQ culture.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- High ethical standards and professionalism.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Detail-oriented and process-driven.
Benefits:
- Salary: Negotiable based on experience.
- Report Location: Johannesburg
Contact Hire Resolve for you next career-changing move.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Alyssa Marson, Tameaka Futcher, Chandre Cordier, Wernardt Snyman, Elma Pelser or Henker Harmse at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
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