Safety Officer - SACPCMP Registered

About the role

The Safety Officer will ensure full compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental requirements and Eskom SHEQ standards across all project phases. This role is critical for maintaining a safe work environment on high‑voltage and civil construction sites.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement SHE plans, risk assessments and site‑specific safety controls.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits and toolbox talks.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions.
• Ensure contractor compliance with site safety procedures.
• Monitor high‑risk activities such as HV work, lifting operations and civil construction works.

Required profile

• SACPCMP registration (mandatory).
• Relevant health and safety qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in HV, transmission or substation construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Eskom safety standards and site compliance requirements.

Required skills

• SACPCMP registration.
• High‑voltage (HV) safety management.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.
• Incident investigation and reporting.
• Implementation of SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) plans.