Officer Packaging Pinetown
Company
RPO Recruitment
Location
Pinetown (+1 other)
Posted
8 days ago
Via
via Talent.com
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Job Description
Health and Safety Officer
RPO Recruitment is currently representing a leading packaging company that is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join their team. As a Health and Safety Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of employees and promoting a safe working environment in the packaging industry.
Responsibilities
• Co-ordinate and participate in all Hazard Analyses conducted at KZN
• Communicate and train risk awareness in all staff
• Manage Contractor HandS requirements
• Update all legal appointments as required when there are structural or leadership changes
• Plan and distribute monthly SHE Awareness talks
• Log all IODs requiring medical treatment with COID and Dpt of Labour where relevant.
• Update IOD graph (DIFR) Tracking IOD investigations and follow up on actions arising from investigations.
• Initiate annual refresher training for Forklift Drivers, Stackers, First Aiders and updating certificates and licences on file.
• Conduct HandS audits on all departments.
• Track New Machine Risk Assessment turnaround times.
• Arrange annual and return to work Medicals for all employees in high-risk areas identified by the HIRA process
Requirements
• Min N3 Civil, Mechanical or Electrical
• A qualification in SHE (Health and Safety) management
• 3 years experience as a Safety Officer
• Strong technical background
• Strong excel and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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RPO Recruitment is currently representing a leading packaging company that is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join their team. As a Health and Safety Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of employees and promoting a safe working environment in the packaging industry.
Responsibilities
• Co-ordinate and participate in all Hazard Analyses conducted at KZN
• Communicate and train risk awareness in all staff
• Manage Contractor HandS requirements
• Update all legal appointments as required when there are structural or leadership changes
• Plan and distribute monthly SHE Awareness talks
• Log all IODs requiring medical treatment with COID and Dpt of Labour where relevant.
• Update IOD graph (DIFR) Tracking IOD investigations and follow up on actions arising from investigations.
• Initiate annual refresher training for Forklift Drivers, Stackers, First Aiders and updating certificates and licences on file.
• Conduct HandS audits on all departments.
• Track New Machine Risk Assessment turnaround times.
• Arrange annual and return to work Medicals for all employees in high-risk areas identified by the HIRA process
Requirements
• Min N3 Civil, Mechanical or Electrical
• A qualification in SHE (Health and Safety) management
• 3 years experience as a Safety Officer
• Strong technical background
• Strong excel and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in South Africa from 1 January 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for welders in South Africa is R27.85 per hour as of 1 January 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times this rate for hours worked beyond 45 per week in the metal industry.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders must hold a minimum N2 certificate in welding plus 3 years documented experience or a Red Seal trade certificate issued by QCTO. Candidates without these credentials are ineligible for formal sector positions.
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What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Public holidays and family responsibility leave of 3 days per year are additional entitlements.
