Officer (post level 11/10): Occupational Health and Safety

The University of the Free State is seeking an Officer for Occupational Health and Safety. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, managing contractors and suppliers, and implementing emergency management plans.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Officer will be responsible for:

• Contractor/Supplier Management: Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting periodic inspections, and attending project meetings.
• Event Management: Planning and implementing health and safety measures for events, ensuring cooperation and coordination with other stakeholders.
• Safety/Health Management: Conducting audits and inspections, verifying compliance with regulations, and implementing health and safety plans.
• Emergency Management: Implementing emergency and disaster plans, inspecting buildings, and coordinating training for emergency coordinators.
• Injury on Duty Management: Reporting incidents, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining records.
• Smoking Policy Implementation: Assessing buildings, appointing smoking champions, and ensuring designated smoking areas are available.

Inherent Job Requirements

The successful candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, or Environmental Health.
• A minimum of 2 years’ relevant working experience.
• A valid driver’s license (Code 8(B)).

Key Competencies Required

The successful candidate must have:

• Results-Oriented: Ability to cope with a changing environment and adapt to evolving situations.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze information and address issues and problems.
• Business Acumen: Knowledge of safety management, injury on duty management, and events management.
• Leading: Ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation and enthusiasm.
• Building Coalitions: Ability to interact with others and establish personal connections.

Application Instructions: Applications must be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. Incomplete applications will not be considered.