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Telkom SA SOC Limited is a South African wireline and wireless telecommunications provider, operating in more than 38 countries across the African continent. Telkom is a semi-privatised, 39% state-owned enterprise.
Core Description
Provide subject matter expertise on Occupational Safety, Health & Environmental management to Telkom Group and its Subsidiaries, and employees in the region.
Enforce and ensure compliance to Safety and Environmental Acts and other applicable legal requirements and Telkom Group SHE policies, standards, and processes by conducting site audits & inspections and contractor management.
Execute OHS related risk management activities in the Region, conduct OHS training for employees and contractors and Injury on Duty (IOD) process management.
Job Responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement:
Internal: support regional Executives & Management team and assist in setting up SHE structures in the region.
External: Engage with external customers (such as Department of Labour, service providers and contractors to ensure safety requirements are met.
SHE compliance Audits and Inspections
Develop regional Audit plan based on regional high-risk areas and non-compliances.
Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments for the region, compile and submit audit report to management/ safety committee/ clients.
Identify long outstanding or recurring non-compliances.
Monitor compliance progress/receive notice of intent.
Contractor Management
Conduct contractor SHE audits, and enforce OHS compliance with regulatory requirements, and Telkom policies and procedures.
Review and approve safety documents and safety files for contractors.
Develop and monitor contractor compliance programme.
Provide SHE Subject Matter Expertise
Identified and evaluate training needs, in conjunction with the HRBPs.
Lead and support regional safety starts with me campaigns and safety improvement initiatives.
Keep abreast of Safety, health & environment legislation and regulations and advise business.
Develop and review Telkom Group SHE procedures and standard operating procedures and enforce compliance.
IOD management
Facilitate and lead the investigations investigation and root cause analysis as per the Incident Investigation and Reporting procedure.
Ensure that the Injury on Duty (IOD) procedures are complied with, and that IOD documentation is timeously submitted to the Compensation fund.
Assist and support HRBPs and line management on wellness days.
Core Competencies
Functional Knowledge
Occupational Health and Safety Act; COID Act; Environmental Management Act; Incident Management; OHS Legislation and Legislative Terminology; Governance Compliance; Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning; Report Writing; Deep and proven knowledge of Workplace industry best practices and trends; Risk Mitigation
Functional Skills
Conflict management; Auditing and Risk Management techniques; Disaster recovery techniques; OHS and security performance metrics; OHS Risk Management; Policy and Process Management; Resource Management and Scheduling; Financial Acumen including budgeting; Strategy & Sustainability Inspirational Leadership; Business Performance and Delivery; Interpersonal; Corporate Governance & Compliance; Personal Mastery
Competencies (Behaviour)
Professionalism; Integrity; Emotional maturity; Trustworthiness; Team player; Managing tasks; Seizing opportunities; Challenging ideas; Showing composure; Values Aligned with company Values
Certifications
None
Education
NQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma
Experience
3 Years relevant experience
Additional Information
Experience:
Relevant experience in Occupational Health, Safety, Health and/or Environment Management.
Special Requirements
Valid Drivers license
Ability to work long hours as and when required
Willing to travel
Physical Requirements
None
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