Introduction:

• Our client, based in Lichtenburg, North West, is a leading, fully integrated poultry producer specialising in high-quality, farm-fresh chicken products.
• With modern facilities and strict quality standards, the company is committed to excellence in food production, safety, and sustainability.
• We are seeking an experienced Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Officer to ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legislation, and to drive best practices across our operations.

Job Purpose:

• To develop, implement, and continuously improve health, safety, and environmental plans, programmes, and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation while promoting a safe, healthy, and sustainable workplace at our client.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

• Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Management.
• Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Management.

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in the food processing industry.

Required nature of experience:

• Compliance with OHSA, NEMA, and related legislation.
• Implementation and management of Occupational Health & Safety and
• Environmental management systems in accordance with ISO 14001 standards.
• Implement and maintain policies and procedures aligned with relevant legislation, regulations and best practices and ensure adherence thereto.
• Conducting risk assessments, safety inspections, and hazard control measures.
• Incident investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Coordination of audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting.
• Contractor compliance management and permit control.
• Delivery of OHS and environmental training and inductions.
• Fire prevention, emergency procedures, and drills.
• Injury-on-duty administration and basic health assessments.
• Environmental licensing and authorisation compliance.
• Operation and monitoring of water purification systems for poultry production.

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Excellent knowledge of OHS and environmental legislation and regulations.
• Experience in ISO 14001 implementation and audits.
• Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in compliance documentation.
• Computer literacy with knowledge of safety management systems.

Other:

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport and valid driver’s license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND OBJECTIVES
Compliance & Legislation

• Ensure compliance with OHSA, NEMA, and related legislation.
• Maintain updated knowledge of legislative changes.
• Implement policies and procedures aligned with legislation and best practices.
• Ensure adherence to environmental licences and authorisations.

Safety Management Systems & Water Quality

• Implement and manage ISO 14001 systems.
• Monitor and enforce workplace safety, health, and hygiene standards.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Implement hazard control measures.
• Oversee water purification processes to ensure safe and compliant water for poultry use.

Incident & Risk Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Administer injury-on-duty cases and health assessments.
• Coordinate audits and inspections with regulatory bodies.

Training & Awareness

• Facilitate OHS and environmental training for employees and contractors.
• Conduct induction programmes for staff, contractors, and visitors.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Maintain training records and certifications.

Emergency Preparedness

• Manage fire prevention measures and emergency procedures.
• Conduct regular emergency drills.
• Oversee safety compliance for workplace repairs and installations.
• Ensure contractors work with appropriate permits and certifications.