As a Health and Safety Installer, you are responsible for ensuring the installation, maintenance, and recertification of fall protection systems, adhering to relevant safety regulations and standards. The role involves conducting risk assessments, managing project documentation, communicating with stakeholders, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting project implementation. This position requires regular local travel, punctuality, professionalism, and maintaining a high standard of health and safety practices. A valid driver's license is essential. Key Responsibilities:
- Safety Standards and Regulations
- Stay current with safety regulations and standards, including EN/CE and SANS (South African National Standards), ensuring that all fall protection systems comply with these standards.
- Conduct risk assessments to identify potential fall hazards on construction sites or existing structures.
- Perform quarterly and annual recertification of installed systems following the initial installation date.
- Address any issues or deficiencies identified during inspections with the Operations Manager.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including plans, specifications, inspection reports, and safety records.
- Submit weekly progress reports to the Operations Manager on installation projects in line with the Project meeting minutes agenda for each project.
- Communicate regularly with the Operations Manager on project updates, including client requirements, additional services, contractor compliance, and project progress.
- Participate in weekly progress meetings with clients, engineers, and contractors on-site as required.
- Coordinate and lead safety file audits to ensure legal compliance before project commencement, including sub-contractor safety files.
- Manage installation projects from safety file approval to client liaison, project implementation on site, and project handover upon completion.
- Oversee sub-contractors performing installations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards during the project.
- Ensure the implementation and maintenance of the health and safety management plan specific to each project.
- Conduct and coordinate Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), and other relevant documentation required by the client.
- Communicate with the local Department of Labour during inspections.
- Ensure compliance with audit and surveillance requirements for the health and safety management plan.
- Determine health and safety training requirements and maintain accurate training records.
- Conduct induction training and Toolbox Talks as required.
- Support and guide site supervision in their daily duties, ensuring compliance with task hazards and work assessments.
- Lead by example in health and safety practices, such as wearing the correct PPE and promoting a positive safety culture.
- Check construction plant conformance to statutory requirements and regulations.
- Manage site statistics on manpower, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Participate in weekly meetings by addressing health and safety statistics and other relevant matters.
- Ensure compliance with client expectations during high-risk projects, including working at heights.
- Safety Compliance
- Ensure 100% compliance with safety regulations and standards (e.g., EN/CE, SANS) across all projects.
- Zero safety violations or incidents reported during installation projects.
- Conduct at least two safety audits per quarter and address any deficiencies promptly.
- Complete 95% of projects on or ahead of schedule.
- Limit project delays due to safety or compliance issues to under 5% of total project time.
- Achieve a rework rate of less than 2% for installations after initial completion.
- Receive positive client feedback on installation quality and safety, with a target satisfaction rate of 90%.
- Complete quarterly and annual recertifications without significant adjustments or deficiencies.
- Conduct risk assessments on 100% of projects before commencement.
- Identify and address all potential fall hazards during risk assessments.
- Limit the occurrence of unaddressed hazards during project progress to less than 1%.
- Maintain 100% accuracy in project documentation, including plans, specifications, inspection reports, and safety records.
- Submit weekly progress reports to the Operations Manager with 100% on-time delivery.
- Ensure safety file audits are completed before project commencement, with all documentation in order.
- Maintain a client satisfaction rate of 90% or higher for project execution and safety compliance.
- Resolve client complaints related to safety or project execution within 48 hours.
- Retain 90% of clients for future projects, indicating a high level of satisfaction.
- Conduct at least one safety-related training session per month.
- Ensure 100% compliance with PPE requirements and other safety practices by all team members.
- Attend and participate in weekly safety meetings, contributing to a positive safety culture on site.
- Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of safety regulations and standards.
- Knowledge of fall protection systems, safety equipment, and installation procedures.
- Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and safety audits.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong organizational skills for managing project documentation and schedules.
- Attention to detail to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders.
- Proficiency in preparing and delivering reports to management.
- Strong analytical skills to identify and address potential safety risks.
- Ability to resolve issues or challenges that may arise during installation projects.
- Ability to work effectively with team members, clients, and contractors.
- Experience in leading by example and promoting a positive safety culture on site.
- Willingness to travel locally for project site visits and meetings.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines.
- Commitment to safety best practices and compliance.
- Proactive approach to maintaining a safe work environment for self and others.
- Education
- A diploma or degree in a relevant field (e.g., Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, Occupational Safety).
- Additional certifications in safety-related fields are a plus.
- Previous experience in a similar role involving safety installations, risk assessments, or construction.
- Experience with safety management and project coordination.
- Valid driver's license.
- Advanced driving courses or certifications are a plus.
- Safety-related certifications (e.g., fall protection, first aid, fire safety) are highly desirable.
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varying conditions (e.g., heights, outdoor environments).
