Occupational Health and Safety Advisor
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor
ZA
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor
The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidattes to fill the Occupational Health and Safety Advisor position in the Strategic Plant Development Department -Production (Kariega)
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan
Brief Role Description
To implement, continually improve and enforce the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management System, ISO 45001, Organizational Directive (OD) 44 and other related compliance obligations in areas/departments of responsibility as assigned, as alternated periodically. To conduct internal desktop and/or face to face auditing of ISO 45001 Management System/s at Volkswagen Group Africa, where relevant and similar auditing of OD 44 as applicable, including at the Subsidiaries. Ensure VWSA compliance with legislative compliance within the SA Legal Framework as well as with other global legal requirements as Volkswagen AG may direct. Identify and/or address Occupational Hygiene concerns and other OHS hazards in the workplace. Support Environmental System Compliance where interfaces exist
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Assist with and support Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management Programmes.
- Provide ongoing support to management before, during and after new projects are initiated.
- Contribute towards the improvement of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental status within the organization.
- Keeping abreast with technical and technological developments in the field of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental and provide sound Occupational Health, Safety and related Environmental assistance and advice accordingly.
- Conduct regular inspections /audits and analyze results, report on corrective action planned and taken.
- Provide input at the Occupational Health and Safety Committee Meetings and similar forums.
- Keeping the Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental filing system, appointments and other records up to date for litigation purposes.
- Updating policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation and other binding obligations.
- Investigate incidents, accidents and non-conformances to establish root cause with the aim to provide sound engineering, technical and administrative advice in preventing recurrence.
- Assist with the gathering, compilation, analysis and distribution of safety statistics.
- Liaison with internal and external stakeholders, subsidiaries and interested parties in terms of ISO 45001, Organizational Directive 44, related prescribed legislation, codes of practice, standards, guidelines and other compliance obligations
- Assist with the verification, analysis, interpretation and communication of safety statistics for final sign off and submission to ZUES system in line with the identified data points and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Requirements.
- Develop and Conduct Occupational Health, Safety training and awareness activities.
- Promote Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental principles and awareness amongst contractors, suppliers, visitors, members of the public
Qualification requirements
National Diploma in Safety Management / Environmental Health
Experience needed
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Occupational Health, Safety and/or Environmental Management within a manufacturing/production environment
Essentials
- Code 08 Drivers Licensee
- Good knowledge of Plant operations
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
- Be able to communicate effectively at all levels
- Proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem-solving
- Ability to understand and interpret legislation
Added Advantage
SAMTRAC
Note:
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.
Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 30th July 2025
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidattes to fill the Occupational Health and Safety Advisor position in the Strategic Plant Development Department -Production (Kariega)
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan
Brief Role Description
To implement, continually improve and enforce the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management System, ISO 45001, Organizational Directive (OD) 44 and other related compliance obligations in areas/departments of responsibility as assigned, as alternated periodically. To conduct internal desktop and/or face to face auditing of ISO 45001 Management System/s at Volkswagen Group Africa, where relevant and similar auditing of OD 44 as applicable, including at the Subsidiaries. Ensure VWSA compliance with legislative compliance within the SA Legal Framework as well as with other global legal requirements as Volkswagen AG may direct. Identify and/or address Occupational Hygiene concerns and other OHS hazards in the workplace. Support Environmental System Compliance where interfaces exist
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Assist with and support Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management Programmes.
- Provide ongoing support to management before, during and after new projects are initiated.
- Contribute towards the improvement of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental status within the organization.
- Keeping abreast with technical and technological developments in the field of Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental and provide sound Occupational Health, Safety and related Environmental assistance and advice accordingly.
- Conduct regular inspections /audits and analyze results, report on corrective action planned and taken.
- Provide input at the Occupational Health and Safety Committee Meetings and similar forums.
- Keeping the Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental filing system, appointments and other records up to date for litigation purposes.
- Updating policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation and other binding obligations.
- Investigate incidents, accidents and non-conformances to establish root cause with the aim to provide sound engineering, technical and administrative advice in preventing recurrence.
- Assist with the gathering, compilation, analysis and distribution of safety statistics.
- Liaison with internal and external stakeholders, subsidiaries and interested parties in terms of ISO 45001, Organizational Directive 44, related prescribed legislation, codes of practice, standards, guidelines and other compliance obligations
- Assist with the verification, analysis, interpretation and communication of safety statistics for final sign off and submission to ZUES system in line with the identified data points and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Requirements.
- Develop and Conduct Occupational Health, Safety training and awareness activities.
- Promote Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental principles and awareness amongst contractors, suppliers, visitors, members of the public
Qualification requirements
National Diploma in Safety Management / Environmental Health
Experience needed
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Occupational Health, Safety and/or Environmental Management within a manufacturing/production environment
Essentials
- Code 08 Drivers Licensee
- Good knowledge of Plant operations
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
- Be able to communicate effectively at all levels
- Proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem-solving
- Ability to understand and interpret legislation
Added Advantage
SAMTRAC
Note:
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.
Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 30th July 2025
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
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