Health & Safety Specialist – Contract Logistics

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Health & Safety Specialist responsible for compliance with safety legislation and standards at DSV. Overseeing safety and environmental functions, ensuring alignment with company policies and performance standards.

Posted 7/3/2026contractPretoria • 🇿🇦 South AfricaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing and maintaining safety management systems, ensuring legal compliance, and conducting thorough risk assessments. Proficient in incident investigation and root cause analysis, with a strong understanding of safety compliance standards and best practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Occupational Health And Safety ManagementHazard Identification And Risk Assessment (HIRA)Incident Investigation MethodologiesISO 45001; ISO 14001; ISO 900SHE Officer Experience

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Hard Skills

Risk Assessment DevelopmentSafe Work Procedures (SWPs)Internal AuditsRoot Cause AnalysisSafety Compliance Standards

Soft Skills

CommunicationLiaison With StakeholdersFacilitation

Tools & Technologies

Safety Management SystemsHealth And Safety Committee Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Diploma In Occupational Health And SafetySAMTRACSHEMTRACModern SHEQ Risk ManagementNEBOSHSACPCMP RegistrationSAIOSH Registration

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingConstructionAutomotiveWarehouseOccupational Health And Safety Act

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement, maintain, and align the company's safety management systems with business objectives
Ensure legal compliance through regular audits, surveys, and risk assessments (HIRA)
Develop and update risk assessments, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and Single Point Lessons
Schedule and document Health & Safety Committee meetings and representative inspections
Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with COIDA for IODs
Analyse incident data and trends to improve safety practices and reduce risks
Conduct regular SHE inspections and ensure timely closure of corrective actions
Roll out and facilitate HSE initiatives, including safety inductions and technical guidance, to enhance awareness and proactively identify and mitigate risks on-site
Liaise with external stakeholders and benchmark safety best practices
Maintain accurate records, reports, and interpret safety statistics

Requirements

What you’ll need

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A diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or related Safety management qualification (SAMTRAC, SHEMTRAC, Modern SHEQ Risk Management, or NEBOSH)
SACPCMP or SAIOSH registration will be an advantage
2–5 years of proven experience as a SHE Officer (or similar role) within manufacturing, construction, automotive, or warehouse environments is essential
Prior experience in conducting Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) is essential
Previous experience conducting internal audits is required
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable personal vehicle
Proficient in root cause analysis and incident investigation methodologies
In-depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, standards, and procedures
Previous experience with ISO standards management systems (ISO 45001; ISO 14001; ISO 900)
Extensive knowledge of safety compliance standards and best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Safety training
Safety management systems involvement
ISO standards management
Training on Occupational Health and Safety