Site Health & Safety Officer - Wind

Reference: JN -022026-73416_1772444763

Our client, a leader in the South African renewable energy sector, is seeking a dedicated Site-Based Health & Safety Officer to lead frontline safety oversight for a major wind farm project in the Eastern Cape.

This is a vital role for an OHS professional who thrives in a construction environment. You will be responsible for ensuring that every aspect of project execution aligns with international safety standards, managing site permits, and fostering a "safety-first" culture among staff and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Compliance Oversight: Enforce project Health and Safety Specifications and the approved Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS).
  • Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular site inspections, lead risk assessments, and execute H&S audits to identify and mitigate hazards proactively.
  • Permit Management: Manage the site work permit system and ensure all licenses and authorizations remain valid and compliant.
  • Contractor Management: Support and monitor EPC contractors and Owner's Engineers, ensuring their H&S files and site activities meet rigorous standards.
  • Incident Management: Lead incident investigations (including near-misses) and implement emergency and crisis management plans.
  • Reporting: Analyze OHS statistics and coordinate weekly/monthly safety reporting for the internal team and external lenders.

Requirements

  • Education: Minimum 3-year Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent NQF level).
  • Certifications: * GWO Safety Training (Global Wind Organisation).
    • Working at Heights (Wind-specific).
    • SACPCMP Registration (highly advantageous).
    • Medically fit for site work and a valid driver's license.
  • Experience: * Minimum 5 years in a construction or H&S role.
    • Wind Farm experience is strongly preferred.
    • Experience drafting H&S procedures and policies from scratch.
    • Knowledge of IFC Standards is a significant advantage.
  • Skills: Excellent negotiation and communication abilities; strong planning, organizing, and incident investigation skills.

COMPETITIVE SALARY

South Africa

Full Time

Added 02/03/2026
Reference: JN -022026-73416_1772444763

Site Health & Safety Officer - Wind

South Africa
Full Time

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