About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking passionate individuals to fill the role of OHS Inspector: Civil and Construction Engineering in Lephalale, South Africa. This critical position plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, which is essential for safeguarding the health and well-being of workers in the civil and construction sectors. By conducting inspections and investigations, the OHS Inspector helps create safer work environments, thereby directly benefiting both the workforce and the community at large.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact in Lephalale, a town known for its growing industrial landscape. Your work will not only involve inspections but also advocacy campaigns that promote awareness of labour legislation. By contributing to the well-being of workers, you will be helping to uphold the rights and safety standards that are fundamental to public service in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is dedicated to promoting fair labour practices and ensuring the safety and health of all employees in the workplace. With a mission to create a conducive environment for workers, the department focuses on enforcing compliance with various labour laws, including occupational health and safety. Working here means being part of a team that values the rights of workers and strives to improve working conditions across the nation.
As a member of this department, you will contribute to the overarching goal of fostering a safe and fair working environment, reinforcing the importance of health and safety in the workplace, and ensuring that all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
What You’ll Do
- Independently plan and conduct inspections to ensure adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
- Investigate and finalize incidents and complaints related to occupational health and safety, taking necessary enforcement action when required.
- Conduct proactive inspections and compile reports to monitor compliance with relevant labour legislation.
- Plan and execute advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about labour legislation, analyzing their impact and reporting findings.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of regional inspection plans, including the compilation of statistical reports on cases.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate plus a three-year recognized qualification in Construction Engineering or a related field.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of departmental policies, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and associated regulations.
- Strong planning, organizing, and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in computer literacy and the ability to facilitate discussions effectively.
- Problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-handling skills.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Senior Certificate plus a three (3) year recognised qualification in the relevant field, i.e.
, Construction Engineering.
Valid driver’s License.
Registration with the relevant, recognised professional body is an advantage but not compulsory.
Knowledge: Departmental policies and procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Act, as amended, Regulations (21), South African National Standards (Codes)- incorporated Codes become regulations, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, Unemployment Insurance Act.
Skills: Planning and Organising, Communication skills, Computer Literacy, Facilitation skills, Interpersonal skills, Conflict handling skills, Negotiation skills, Problem solving skills, Interviewing skills, Presentation skills, Innovation skills, Analytical skills, Verbal and written communication skills.
Job Duties
To plan and independently conduct inspection with the aim of ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993, Regulations and incorporated Standard.To confirm registration of with the Unemployment Insurance Act and the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.
Plan, investigate and finalise independently incidents and complaints reported pertaining to the OHS Act and the relevant 14 regulations and enforce as and when necessary, appear in Court as a State witness.
Plan and conduct allocated proactive inspections as per schedule to monitor compliance with the relevant labour legislation, including compiling and consolidating reports emanating from such inspections.
Plan and conduct advocacy campaigns on all labour legislation independently, analyse the impact thereof, consolidate and compile a report.
Contribute at a higher level to planning, drafting and maintenance of regional inspection plans and reports, including execution of analysis and compilation of consolidated statistical reports on regional and allocated cases.
