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This vacancy has closed. It closed on 6 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT & QUALITY MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Reference number
EP-CT/04/2026
Salary
R397 116 per annum
Centre
Kimberley
Province
Northern Cape
Closing date
6 July 2026
Circular
No 21 of 2026

Requirements

National Diploma (NQF 6) in Occupational Health and Safety or relevant qualification. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in relevant field. Knowledge in applicable legislation, (e.g.,Public Service Act, Departmental procedures and prescripts, Public Finance Management Act, Health and Safety Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, Environmental Management Act). Knowledge of strategic planning, budgeting and ability to establish and manage relevant systems and controls. Knowledge and background in scientific processes and ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation. Skills: Communications skills (written & verbal), Planning and organising skills, Adequate skills in computer use, Advanced skills in project management. Ability to be honest, work long hours voluntarily and with limited supervision. Ability to work individually and in team, good interpersonal relations skills and creativity. Ability to work under pressure and work with difficult people and to resolve conflicts. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel. Registration with SACPCMP and experience in ISO 45001 (previously OHSAS 18001) will be an added advantage.

Duties

The incumbent will be expected to conduct compliance assessments within the Environmental Programmes to ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Undertake regular inspection and audits of EP projects within legislative framework. Conduct Provincial major incidents investigations and determine mitigation measures needed for OHS interventions; write up incident reports and engage with operations around the implementation of recommendations. Identify occupational health and safety interventions to address compliance shortcomings. Ensure compliance to implementation of all relevant ISO’s standards (ISO14001 / ISO 45001 / ISO 31000 standards) and best management practice. Coordination and facilitation of occupational health & safety capacity building to all provincial EP projects. Assist provincial line functions in identifying and ensuring applicable occupational health and safety training needs are met. Introduce relevant intervention to correct sub-standard conditions. Provide and coordinate relevant OH&S induction training to all provincial operational EP staff. Assist in the management of a COIDA System & Administrative procedure.

Where to send your application

EPCT04-2026@dffe.gov

Enquiries

Mr M Talip at 072 632 5382, e-mail: mtalip@dffe.gov.za

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 21 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 19 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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