NEC XON is inviting qualified and experienced professionals to apply for a Health and Safety Officer (SHEQ Officer) position based at the Cape Town office in Goodwood. This opportunity is offered on a 1-year fixed-term contract and is suitable for candidates with a strong background in occupational health and safety, compliance, quality management, and environmental systems.
The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive working environment by implementing and monitoring health, safety, quality, and environmental (SHEQ) processes. The position requires a professional who can ensure compliance with South African occupational health and safety legislation while supporting continuous improvement across operational and project sites.
Position: Health and Safety Officer (SHEQ Officer)
Location: Goodwood, Cape Town, Western Cape
Job Type: 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract
Application Method: Email
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
The office is located at:
NEC XON Cape Town Office
Oxford University Press Building
Vasco Boulevard
Goodwood
Cape Town
7460
Purpose of the Position
The primary purpose of this role is to support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of health, safety, quality, and environmental management systems throughout the organization.
The Health and Safety Officer will ensure compliance with applicable legislation, company standards, and internationally recognized management systems including ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015.
The role also focuses on creating a proactive safety culture by conducting inspections, audits, investigations, training, and compliance monitoring across various operational sites.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of SHEQ functions, including but not limited to the following:
- Implement health, safety, quality, and environmental policies throughout the business.
- Develop, maintain, and update site-specific safety files.
- Monitor compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).
- Ensure company procedures align with ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 management systems.
- Conduct workplace inspections to identify unsafe conditions and unsafe work practices.
- Perform internal safety audits and compliance assessments.
- Carry out hazard identification and risk assessments (HIRA).
- Monitor corrective and preventive actions following inspections and audits.
- Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses.
- Compile investigation reports with recommendations for improvement.
- Conduct regular site visits based on operational requirements.
- Maintain statutory registers and health and safety documentation.
- Keep compliance files accurate and up to date.
- Manage electronic SHEQ documentation stored on company systems.
- Facilitate health and safety induction training for new employees.
- Present toolbox talks and awareness campaigns.
- Deliver internal SHEQ training sessions.
- Promote employee awareness regarding workplace safety.
- Monitor employee compliance with safety procedures.
- Verify correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Conduct contractor and subcontractor audits.
- Assess subcontractor compliance before project commencement.
- Participate in Health and Safety Committee meetings.
- Assist with emergency preparedness planning.
- Coordinate evacuation drills and emergency exercises.
- Liaise with auditors and regulatory authorities.
- Support ISO certification audits.
- Prepare SHEQ reports for management.
- Report compliance trends, risks, corrective actions, and improvement initiatives.
- Assist management in achieving safety objectives.
- Promote continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following minimum requirements before submitting an application.
Educational Qualifications
Candidates should possess one of the following:
- Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
- Degree in Occupational Health and Safety
- Related qualification in Health and Safety Management
Professional Certifications
Applicants must possess:
- NEBOSH or SAMTRAC Certification
- Registration with SACPCMP as a Construction Health and Safety Officer (CHSO)
- Incident Investigation Certificate
- HIRA Certification
- Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)
Required Experience
Applicants should have at least:
- Minimum three years of Occupational Health and Safety experience.
- Experience implementing workplace safety programmes.
- Experience conducting safety inspections.
- Experience performing workplace audits.
- Experience investigating incidents and accidents.
- Experience maintaining health and safety records.
- Experience delivering health and safety training.
- Experience monitoring legal compliance.
- Experience working with management systems.
- Experience compiling safety reports.
- Experience supporting internal and external audits.
Experience gained within the following sectors will be considered advantageous:
- Engineering
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Industrial operations
- Technical environments
- Infrastructure projects
Knowledge Requirements
Applicants should demonstrate sound knowledge of:
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993)
- Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
- Health and Safety Management Systems
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
- Incident Investigation methodologies
- Safety auditing techniques
- Emergency preparedness procedures
- Workplace inspections
- Legal compliance requirements
- Risk management principles
- Corrective and preventive action processes
- Continuous improvement methodologies
Required Skills
Suitable candidates should possess the following competencies:
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal abilities
- Relationship-building skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Time management
- Report writing skills
- Leadership ability
- Planning and coordination
- Resilience under pressure
- Professional conduct
- High level of accountability
- Strong decision-making ability
- Ability to work independently
- Teamwork skills
- Good presentation skills
- Ability to facilitate training sessions
- Strong verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- High sense of urgency
Advantageous Qualifications
The following additional qualifications will strengthen an application:
- ISO 45001:2018 Certification
- ISO 9001:2015 Certification
- SAIOSH Certification
- Legal Liability Certification
- First Aid Certification
Although these qualifications are advantageous, candidates meeting the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply.
Working Environment
The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams, contractors, project managers, supervisors, senior management, auditors, and regulatory authorities. Regular travel to project and operational sites may be required depending on business needs.
The position requires an individual who can work independently while maintaining high professional standards and ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This position provides an opportunity to contribute to workplace safety within an established technology and infrastructure-focused organization. The role offers exposure to quality management systems, occupational health and safety legislation, compliance audits, emergency planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Professionals seeking to expand their experience in SHEQ management while working within structured ISO management systems may find this role particularly valuable.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivational Letter
- Applications must be emailed to: [email protected]
- Ensure that all supporting documents are complete and submitted before the closing date.
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Late applications may not be considered.
Important Notes
- Only applicants meeting the minimum requirements are likely to be considered.
- Ensure qualifications and certifications are clearly reflected on the CV.
- Include all relevant Occupational Health and Safety experience.
- Attach a motivational letter explaining suitability for the position.
- Verify that contact details are accurate before submitting the application.
- Submit the application before the closing date to avoid disappointment.