SHERQ OFFICER – PROJECTS

SHERQ OFFICER – PROJECTS

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment to the above-mentioned position in Projects – reporting to the SHERQ Manager.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Coordinate and facilitate project-specific SHERQ risk assessments, ensuring hazards are identified, risks are evaluated, and effective mitigation measures are implemented throughout all project phases.
• Provide SHERQ guidance and support to Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors and Contractors to ensure compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
• Monitor contractor SHERQ performance and work collaboratively with contractors to develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans.
• Facilitate incident and near-miss investigations, determine root causes, and coordinate the implementation and verification of corrective actions.
• Coordinate and drive the close-out of project audit findings, inspection observations and non-conformances.
• Conduct regular site inspections, behavioural observations, audits and compliance assessments to ensure adherence to SHERQ standards, project specifications and legislative requirements.
• Develop and deliver project safety awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, safety alerts and other fit-for-purpose communications.
• Facilitate SHERQ induction training for employees, contractors and visitors, ensuring compliance before access to project sites.
• Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of project SHERQ management plans, procedures and safe work practices.
• Develop monitoring and inspection schedules to ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, occupational health and safety requirements.
• Compile and submit project PowerBI SHERQ performance reports, statistics, risk registers and compliance reports.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including drills and testing of emergency response procedures.
• Track project SHERQ actions, inspections, audits and corrective actions in SAP and other company management systems, ensuring timely close-out.
• Coordinate project SHERQ committee meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and ensure actions are implemented and tracked to closure.
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives relevant to projects, including waste management, water management and environmental compliance activities.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by coaching employees and contractors on safe work practices and behavioural safety principles.
• Ensure full compliance with Ubombo’s SHERQ procedures, policies, standards and guidelines at all times.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Safety / Quality Management / Risk Management or related area; with a SAMTRAC / NEBOSH qualification; ISO 9001 / 14001/ NOSA integrated 5 Star System Lead Auditor qualification an advantage
• 2-3 years experience in a construction, engineering, maintenance or projects environment with responsibility for health and safety.
• Training in First Aid, Firefighting, HIRA is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of relevant SHERQ legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with contractors and managing contractor safety performance on project sites; problem solving and analytical skills; administrative ability and attention to detail; sound interpersonal and communication skills to be able to convey information effectively and influence others.
• Report writing skills; ability to coach and facilitate learning.
• Skills in MS Office suite and PowerBI.

THE REWARDS

The position offers a competitive package commensurate with qualifications, experience and value-add.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications with detailed C.V., copies of qualifications in PDF format, and names of two referees, marked “SHERQ Officer – Projects”, must be forwarded to the Human Resources Head, emailed to Recruitment@illovo.co.za on/or before 14 July 2026.

Note: If you do not receive correspondence after 21 working days from the closing date, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful.

CONTACT US

Old Main Road, Big Bend, Eswatini
+268 23 63 80 00
P.O. Box 23, Big Bend, Eswatini
+268 23 63 63 60
www.ubombosugar.com