Senior Occupational Health And Safety Officer

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations Cd: Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Northern Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Hartbeespoort Cluster office Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 08) Reference: 301026/21 DUTIES To be based at the Technical Services Sub-Directorate at the Northern Operations Cluster Office, reporting directly to the sub-directorate Head: Technical Services, and provide Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) support, coordination, monitoring and assurance to the Hartbeespoort, Groblersdal and Tzaneen Area Offices. Coordinate and support the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and applicable DWS OHS policies, procedures and standards. Develop and maintain SHE/OHS management systems, procedures and programmes. Coordinate the implementation of Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments and monitor the effectiveness of risk-control measures. Conduct regular OHS inspections and compliance assessments at DWS operational facilities, including dams, pump stations, canals, workshops, construction sites and other workplaces. Investigate OHS incidents, accidents and near misses, conduct root-cause analysis and monitor the implementation and closure of corrective and preventative actions. Coordinate statutory reporting of reportable incidents and manage COIDA-related processes. Interpret and coordinate the implementation of recommendations arising from internal and external audits, inspections and compliance assessments. Monitor OHS compliance of contractors and service providers and provide technical advice to managers, supervisors, employees and OHS representatives. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual OHS performance reports, including incidents, injuries, fatalities, near misses, risks, trends and corrective actions in accordance with the approved reporting matrix. Coordinate emergency preparedness, fire safety programmes, emergency procedures and drills, and liaise with relevant emergency services and regulatory bodies. Develop and facilitate OHS awareness, training, workshops and safety promotion programmes. Provide OHS input into maintenance procedures, safe systems of work and operational practices to promote the application of best practices. Assist with the planning and management of the OHS budget and resources. Maintain appropriate OHS records, registers and compliance documentation. Promote a positive safety culture, employee participation, innovation and continuous improvement, including initiatives for reporting hazards, near misses and safety improvement suggestions. Provide specialist OHS advice and regular performance feedback to the Head: Technical Services and relevant management structures and provide technical input into the strategic and operational planning of the OHS function. ENQUIRIES Mr IR Mmutloane Tel No: (012) 200 9000 90 HOW TO APPLY All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ NOTE Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Occupational Health and Safety. Minimum Three (3) to four (4) years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety environment. The disclosure of valid unexpired driver’s license (Annotate such details on the CV). Knowledge of strategic and operational plan in Occupational Health and Safety Management. OHS Policy implementation. Monitoring and evaluation principles. Knowledge of research procedures and techniques. knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety and its application within the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) environment. Disciplinary knowledge in public administration. Knowledge of health and safety management systems design, techniques and tools. Ability to write, review and proof-read OHS reports. Understanding of Government legislation. Knowledge of OHS Act and Regulations (Act 85 of 1993). Knowledge of the risk management theory and practical auditor’s assessment. Computer literacy skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Have experience related to Safety management within the Operations and Maintenance environment. Having any professional registration associated with Occupational Health and Safety will be an added advantage. Willing to travel extensively and work irregular hours.