Safety Officer at TMS in Richards Bay, KZN
TMS · Richards Bay, KwaZulu Natal
Overview
TMS is hiring a Safety Officer in Richards Bay, KwaZulu Natal. You will drive a strong safety culture on site, run risk assessments like IBRA, investigate incidents, and keep HSE systems compliant. This is a permanent role in a construction and mining environment, perfect for a proactive safety professional with at least 3 years of SHERQ experience who wants to make a real impact on workplace health and safety.
About the role
TMS is looking for a Safety Officer to join their Safety team in Richards Bay, KZN. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and monitoring HSE management systems, scheduling site inspections, and conducting continuous risk assessments (IBRA) to keep the workplace safe and compliant.
You will facilitate HSE training and inductions for staff and contractors, keep statistical records of incidents and near misses, and compile monthly HSE reports. Part of your day to day will involve incident investigations, keeping HSE registers up to date, and working closely with the Plant Manager to drive accident prevention and environmental impact activities.
You will also support quality management by ensuring internal standards are maintained, and ensure compliance with company policies and OHSA regulations through inspections like SHE, HPH, NCI and Stop and Fix. Training employees for toolbox talks and participating in the VFL program will be part of your routine.
This is a permanent on site position. TMS is seeking someone who can build strong relationships with stakeholders and contribute to operational excellence.
Requirements
- Matric certificate or Grade 12
- National Diploma in Safety Management or higher
- Computer literate with MS Office skills
- Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations
- Risk analysis methodology and Root Cause Analysis Techniques
- ISO 45001 Awareness and Implementation
- SANS10085-2024 knowledge
- Minimum of 3 years experience in construction environments and relevant SHERQ experience
- Previous experience in mining or scaffolding industry
- Acceptable technical training in occupational safety and health or related area
- Valid drivers license and own reliable transport
- SAMTRAC certification advantageous
- Incident Investigation training (ICAM advantageous)
- Risk Assessment training advantageous
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor HSE management systems at your area of responsibility
- Schedule and execute inspections on site to identify areas of improvement
- Carry out continuous risk assessments (IBRA) and update when required
- Provide HSE training, awareness, and induction to staff, contractors and other parties
- Keep HSE statistical records including incidents, accidents, near misses and working hours
- Keep HSE registers up to date including renewals of competencies, COC and licenses
- Compile monthly site HSE reports
- Conduct incident investigations, make recommendations and implement preventative measures
- Assist Plant Manager to implement accident prevention and environmental impact activities
- Implement Environmental Management Plans and monitor environmental footprint
- Ensure quality plans are in place and internal quality standards are maintained
- Ensure compliance with company policies and OHSA regulations
- Conduct and report on SHE inspections, HPH, NCI and Stop and Fix
- Liaise with HSE representative and adhere to client safety requirements
- Facilitate safety file updating and auditing
- Train employees to facilitate toolbox talks
- Participate in VFL program execution
- Build and sustain relationships with stakeholders, customers and staff
Job details
- Organisation
- TMS
- Location
- Richards Bay, KwaZulu Natal
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Safety & Security
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Hi there! If you are applying for this Safety Officer role at TMS in Richards Bay, make sure your CV clearly shows your 3 years of SHERQ experience in construction or mining. Highlight any specific certifications like SAMTRAC or Incident Investigation training, as these will make you stand out. In your cover letter, talk about a time you improved safety on site or led an incident investigation.
For the interview, be ready to discuss how you would handle a risk assessment using IBRA and how you keep HSE registers up to date. Since you will need your own transport and a valid drivers license, mention that you have reliable transport. Also, show that you can train and communicate with workers at all levels. TMS wants someone proactive who can drive a safety culture, so bring examples of how you have done that before. Good luck!
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