Job Opportunities in South Africa

Job Title:
SHEQ OFFICER/EHS

The SHEQ Officer has the responsibility to ensure compliance to local and international (as applicable) regulations and standards within the assigned business units, which includes designing and implementing SHEQ Management Systems, conducting audits, advising on corrective actions, and assessing general risks of the business unit.

Critical experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in SHEQ implementation and compliance monitoring (preferably in medical device/healthcare industry). QMS – Based on ISO - Implementation/Internal Auditing and training on ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 would be an advantage. Knowledge, understanding, implementation and monitoring the OHS Act, Environmental Acts, ISO 45001 and 14001, Internal Auditing using these standards would be an advantage. Administrative experience with sound MS Office skills.

Minimum Education: Grade 12, SAMTRAC/SHEMTRAC certificate or equivalent in occupational SHEQ training. National Diploma or equivalent in SHEQ. Natural Science / Life Science certificate or equivalent, Sound understanding of ISO based Quality Management Systems, preferably in the medical equipment or similar industry would be beneficial.

Position Type:
Full-time


What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for growth and advancement


Duration: Permanent Contract of Employment
Closing date for Application: 18 October 2024
Location: Office based


Technical competencies/ Professional expertise:
Enforcing Laws, Rules, & Regulations:
Training & Presenting Information:
Report writing skills:

Behavioural competencies: (Soft Skills)
Attention to Detail:
Self-Management:
Development & Continual Learning:
Ethics & Integrity:

Leadership Competencies (if a leadership role)
Team Leadership:

Key Performance area:
1.Risk management
Pro-actively Identify potential hazards and Implement risk mitigations / controls. Monitor implementation of SHEQ procedures, work instructions and protocols to determine continuous improvement of SHEQ risks management.
Compile SHEQ files and monitor site compliance to files / documentation.
Manage the emergency preparedness program as applicable. Examine the causes of incidents at the workplace, and report to manager.
Ensure effective functioning of the OHS/EHS committees Manage third-party contractors (i.e., pest control, building maintenance and fire equipment’s services) and file records thereof.
Manage entity environmental program incl, waste management, Energy, water etc. maintain and update records as applicable

2.Reports
Investigate complaints relating to employee's health and safety and report if relevant.
Make representations to the Manager & Auditors when necessary.
Compile SHEQ reports for your area of responsibility in line with SHEQ KPI’s
Send report to Manager, weekly regarding the employee’s temperature control data from warehouse.
Inspect the workplace, including any, substance, plant, machinery or health and safety equipment at that workplace.
Provide detailed audit report findings and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
Participate in consultations with inspectors; First Aiders; Fire Department, EHS reps and other employees. Quality inspection of incoming goods.
Perform internal and supplier audits.
Supports / prepares / coordinates external audits.

Maintaining quarantined stock and assist with investigations.
Oversee destruction of expired and damages stock.
Manage returned goods.
Report non compliances in the warehouse.
Quality spot checks on incoming products and reporting all deficiencies to Manager and Suppliers.

Ensures the processes needed for the Quality Management System (QMS) are established, implemented, and maintained.
Maintain the Quality System Documentation (Documentation version control) to ensure it meets ISO requirements and Company policy requirements.
Set up and coordinate Quality meetings including Management Reviews, the distribution of minutes and follow through of actions for verification and closure, as seen practicable for facility but perform a site Annual QM Review minimally on an annual base).
All training records are kept electronically and done on an annual planned Matrix System.
To assist in retaining all current quality accreditations and work towards the attainment of new quality accreditations.
Ensuring Good warehouse practices for quality compliance.
All licenses are kept up to date and retention fees paid on time.
What specifically per ISO Standards to focus on: Complaints Register Risk Management Rejected Defects, Deviations Root-Cause Analysis CAPA Systems Effectiveness of CAPA System implementation Auditing – Internal and supplier Quality Policy (ISO 13485) Training Records Change Management Releases / Traceability logs
Ensure all aspects according to the Standards are met regarding Management responsibility.

Develop SHEQ related communication as applicable i.e., Toolbox talks
Engage on SHEQ related matters with management, assist them to drive SHEQ compliance.
Conduct and attend SHEQ committee and other applicable meetings.
Prompt response to work requests to support management and clients where applicable.
Conduct or assist in conducting SHEQ strategy and risk-based compliance and statutory training as per the training plan.
Maintain all training and development records and implementation of post training competence and effectiveness tools.

Conduct thorough and timeous investigation of SHEQ incident/accident and near misses with accurate root cause determination from colleagues, customers, clients and or contractors.
Comply incident management protocols (including the determination of correct root causes).
Drive reduction of incidents.
Complete all incident related information Regulatory reporting of incidents as applicable i.e. COID, DOL


Should you not have heard from us by 21 October 2024, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We look forward to hearing from you!