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Job Title

Junior Health and Safety Officer

 

Employment Type

Permanent, on-site.

 

Remuneration

Market Related.

 

Working hours

• Monday – Friday.
• 40 hours per week.

 

Reporting Line

This position reports to the Maintenance Co-ordinator

 

Job purpose:

The Health and Safety Officer reduces and mitigates health and safety risks and coordinates all safety activities that ensures the company complies with all relevant health and safety legislation. You will demonstrate a positive safe culture that creates a safe, secure environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. You will be required to create and/or implement health and safety policies in accordance with the latest legislation and to ensure that these policies are adhered too.

 

Qualifications and Experience

 Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• 2 years Health and Safety experience.
• Proven experience in risk assessment and incident investigation.

Preferred

• Experience in the fitness/sporting industry.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Development & Compliance

• Develop and/or implement and maintain company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety standards, laws and regulations.
• Review and update safety policies to reflect changes in regulations or company needs.
• Ensure employees and relevant stakeholders are informed of changes to existing policies and adhere to safety protocols.

 

Risk Assessments

• Carry out daily inspections of facilities and equipment to identify hazards and risks that can impact the workplace.
• Implement preventative measures to eliminate or reduce hazards.
• Compile a risk assessment consisting of safe working methods and on an on-going basis identify and evaluate the risks to which employees/members may be exposed to.
• Evaluate and analyse the risks identified and ensure that these risk assessments are communicated to the relevant authority.

 

Administration Management

• Compile a safety file and ensure all legislation is adhered too.
• Ensure and maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, training sessions, and audits.
• Capture all H&S documents and findings on the allocated incident reporting system.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports to management and regulatory authorities as needed.

 

Emergency protocols

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans.

• Implement and communicate the emergency evacuation plans accordingly.

• Ensure all emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers and alarms are inspected and maintained.

 

Injuries/Incident Management

• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents to determine root causes.

• Perform first aid treatment and evaluate injured persons and determine if it is needed to send them for medical treatment at a hospital or clinic.

• Complete appropriate forms and submit to the relevant authorities.

• Ensure all safety signs and notices are displayed on site.

• Maintain good housekeeping principles.

  Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging risks and legislation changes.
• Continuously improve health and safety processes.

Attributes & Skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of health and safety laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 

How to apply:

• Completing the online form on the SSISA website, AND
• E-mailing the following to humanresources@ssisa.com:

1. Comprehensive Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Qualifications
4. Residential distance to the SSISA office (Newlands, Cape Town)
5. Salary Expectations
6. Notice period

Kindly note that only applications that fully comply with the specified requirements will be considered for this position.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion; however, preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in accordance with the Employment Equity Act of South Africa.

Job title          : HR Generalist
Location         : Sports Science Institute of South Africa - Cape Town
Department    : Human Resources
Salary               : Market Related
Starting Date   : TBC
Employment Type    : Permanent (on-site)
Working Hours    : Monday - Friday

Role Summary 
The HR Generalist is instrumental in enhancing the overall HR Function by co-ordinating people-related activities, providing effective advice and guidance, and promoting a healthy and productive work environment. You will provide operational HR support to the HR team.
Key Performance Areas    
1.    Manage and Develop Skills Development 
•    Identify skills gaps through appropriate assessments mechanisms and create and implement development plans.
•    Develop the Workplace Skills Plan.
•    Coordinate skills development workshops and training sessions to enhance employees' professional capabilities.
•    Partner with relevant departments to align skills development initiatives with organisational goals.
•    Compile applications and submit reports for Mandatory Grants, and Discretionary Grants to the relevant accrediting body. Upon approval:
o    Collect and submit registration documents 
o    Conduct Induction process 
o    Report quarterly on progress
o    Compile and submit close-out reports.
•    Maintain relationships with stakeholders, such as the SETA and the Skills Development Committee.
•    Collate evidence of Skills Development Training.
•    Develop the Annual Training Report and submit to the relevant accrediting body.

2.    Employment Equity Compliance
•    Implement the organizations EE plan in alignment with legislative requirements.
•    Monitor compliance with the EEA to ensure all practices promotes equal opportunities and eliminates discrimination.
•    Assist in co-ordinating an EE committee representing all workforce groups.
•    Prepare reports detailing the organizations demographic profile and progress towards EE goals.
•    Complete and submit the annual employment equity report (EEA02 and EEA04) to the Department of Labour.
•    Assist to develop action plans to promote diversity and inclusion.

3.    Industrial Relations/Employee Relations 
•    Assist to prevent and resolve disputes by ensuring that policies are fairly and consistently applied.
•    In conjunction with the Head: Human Resources, provide effective guidance on disciplinary and grievance procedures to ensure consistency and fairness in line with labour legislation.
•    Assist in preparing documents for disputes at the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration.
•    Represent HR in grievance and disciplinary hearings.
•    Initiating and consulting employees on S189 proceedings as and when required.

4.    Wellness Programme Management 
•    Ensuring there is a comprehensive staff wellness programmes that address physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
•    Oversee the implementation and management of Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) to support employees facing personal or work-related challenges, providing confidential counselling and support services.
•    Enhance employee engagement and morale initiatives, fostering a positive workplace culture.
•    Organise team-building activities, recognition programmes, and employee appreciation events to promote camaraderie and teamwork.
•    Forge wellness programme partnerships with key external stakeholders and service providers.

5.    HR Administration and Reporting
•    Maintain accurate employee records on the HR system.
•    Generate monthly reports on recruitment, employee relations, wellness etc.
•    Manage all Hr documents such as contracts, warnings, terminations letters, performance contracts, and individual staff development plans.
•    Correctly and timeously refer to all incoming communication and enquiries. 
•    Create employee engagement surveys and analyse results.
•    Prepare and present reports.
•    Attend to injury-on-duty (IOD) incidents and complete relevant documents.
•    Attend to Collation of Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) claims and returns for submission.

6.    Recruitment and Selection
•    Assist in the recruitment and selection process, onboarding and offboarding.
•    Publish advertisements on relevant job boards, (LinkedIn etc).
•    Co-ordinate and participate in interviews.

7.    Performance Management
•    Provide advice on the application and interpretation of the Performance Management Policy.
•    Coordinate performance management training for management and employees.
•    Provide guidance in developing key competencies for performance contracts.
•    Capture all performance agreements on allocated HR system.

Essential Requirements
•    Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related.
•    4 years proven HR generalist working experience (e.g.designing and implementing skills development, submission of various statutory reports, i.e., Employment Equity Reports, Annual Training Reports, practical experience in implementing Section 189).
•    Experience in working on SAGE would be advantageous.
•    Certified SDF would be advantageous.

Skills and attributes 
•    Excellent understanding of the South African Labour Legislation and the practical application thereof. 
•    Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. 
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
•    Ability to build rapport and trust with employees at all levels. 
•    Commercial awareness.
•    Innovative and creative in designing engaging programmes.
How to apply:
•    Completing the online form on the SSISA website, AND
•    E-mailing the following to humanresources@ssisa.com:
a.    Comprehensive Resume
b.    Cover Letter
c.    Qualifications
d.    Residential distance to the SSISA office (Newlands, Cape Town)
e.    Salary Expectations
f.    Notice period
Kindly note that only applications that fully comply with the specified requirements will be considered for this position.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion; however, preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in accordance with the Employment Equity Act of South Africa.