Description:
Job Summary:The Safety Lead is accountable for the supervision and management of safety programs and practices on construction sites that involve structural, mechanical, piping, and platework projects. This position entails the development and execution of safety policies, the supervision of site inspections, the training of personnel, and the guarantee of adherence to local and international safety regulations. The Safety Lead is instrumental in the prevention of incidents and accidents, the mitigation of risk, and the preservation of a safe work environment.
Safety and Environment Management:
To co-ordinate all safety activities. Report on the company Safety programme and Safety Statistics to all stakeholders. Maintain procedures and manuals on an annual basis and ensure that Departmental Managers update work procedures as necessary. Develop, implement, and update comprehensive safety policies and project-specific safety plans. Maintain Risk Control Management by carrying out risk control audits and ensuring all aspects of risk are addressed. Liaise with departments in carrying out Risk Control. Ensure good relationship with companys Clients and Consultants. Conduct Induction Training Head Office and Sites. Co-ordinate Internal and External requests for courses and seminars. Attend Clients safety meetings when required on site. Ensure all site safety files are kept up to date, according to client specifications. Record all accidents, lost time and first aid on relevant annexures. Carry out compliance audits on all sites. Complete monthly safety reports, which must be forwarded to a QA Manager Liaise with Clients safety representatives on a regular basis, on behalf of the Company. Schedule and attend site safety representatives, committee and toolbox meetings. Schedule and conduct onsite induction and client required trainings. Carry out all Risk Assessments and conduct training on all Risk Assessments. Carry out daily toolbox talks when required. Enforce all Health and Safety requirements to ensure zero accidents / incidents occur. Stop all unsafe working practices. Environmental activities. Ensure ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems are implemented and updated. Draw up environmental management plans and method statements for projects. Review clients SHE specifications and ensure compliance. Conduct regular audits on internal and external stakeholders. Training and Awareness:
Staff Training: Develop and deliver safety training programs for all site personnel, including orientation for new hires and ongoing training for existing staff. Ensure that training materials are current and
28 May 2025;
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gumtree.co.za