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At Cell C, we know that because change is inevitable, growth is up to us. While some see change as taking a step back, we see it as a chance to take two steps forward. We believe in embracing change, willing it and being it. That is why since 1999, Cell C Limited has been a proudly South African Lev… read moreel 2 BBBEE customer-first mobile operator that promotes digital inclusion to enhance lives. As an enabler committed to bridging the digital divide in South Africa and ensuring that everyone enjoys the benefits of a modern connected world, we strive to give you world-class products and services to help you change your world. In 2020, we ranked the 19th Most Valuable South African brand in the BrandZ analysis, and as a testament to our focus on service excellence, we have won the 2018/2019 Ask Afrika Orange Index Award. We are committed to playing our part in transforming our society through education, gender empowerment, and digital inclusion initiatives. Our commitment to gender empowerment through our flagship programme Take A Girl Child To Work Day® has netted three Standard Bank Top Women Awards.
Purpose of the Job:
Responsible for ensuring organisational compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation, the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA), the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), and all relevant municipal by-laws. Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace, while safeguarding the organisation from legal and reputational risks.
To lead the SHEQ agenda for the company, focusing on safety for head office, data centres and stores. Environmental requirements for the head office, and quality requirements for the business to enable the achievement of Cell C’s overall Corporate Strategy Imperatives.
To provide professional support and advice to the senior management team and staff on Occupational Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality matters.
Main Responsibilities:
SHEQ Strategy
Develop and implement the SHEQ strategy for the company aligned to the company’s strategy and objectives including ESG
Partner with senior management and staff to implement the SHEQ strategy and provide the related expert SHEQ leadership across the organisation for effective implementation
Develop and implement related SHEQ policies and procedures to drive the requisite governance and compliance
Ensure the SHEQ strategy drives a proactive compliance culture and serves the company’s compliance needs in line with legislation and best practice
Formalize functional business plans aligned to corporate strategies and advise executive leadership and operational management on SHEQ risks, trends, and compliance obligations for alignment
SHEQ Regulatory and Compliance Management
Lead and maintain a proactive SHEQ compliant culture within the organisation through executing the following:
Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation concerning Occupational Health and Safety Act
Ensure that all sites (all company owned stores, head office and data centres) are subjected to critical SHEQ inspections and that they are conducted, maintained, kept up to date and filed correctly according to policies and procedures
Investigate, manage and ensure that preventive measures are in place for workplace incidents and accidents
Drive SHEQ awareness on sites/stores using toolbox talks, safety awareness campaigns, and/or visual safety management
Ensure that the sites comply with Cell C SHEQ requirements, as well as other legislated requirements
Compile monthly safety and sustainability reports for the sites
Ensure that Cell C meets HSE and Transport safety requirements for deliveries
Improve HSE culture through constant engagement on HSE matters with staff
Monitor compliance to HSE requirements by main lessors and related suppliers
Manage fire compliance at all leased sites/stores according to SOPs (standard operating procedures)
Develop a company quality policy specifically for consumables
Support business during the procurement process to assess the quality of goods where necessary
Perform regular safety checks specifically for stores as per the company policy and procedure
Ensure that all SHEQ filing is up to date and easily retrievable during audits
Ensure that SHEQ risk assessments and legal appointments (i.e. SHE Representatives, First Aiders, etc.) are in place, maintained and filed correctly
Ensure organisational adherence to the National Environmental Management Act and related environmental regulations. Oversee waste management, pollution control, and environmental impact assessments. Implement environmental management systems and conduct environmental awareness training
Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable municipal and industry-specific by-laws. Advise management on regulatory changes and coordinate the implementation of necessary adjustments to company practices
Maintain comprehensive records of all OHS, COIDA, NEMA, and by-law compliance activities.
Prepare regular reports for management, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders
Act as the primary contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and external consultants on matters related to OHS, COIDA, NEMA, and by-laws
Monitor industry trends and best practices. Recommend and implement improvements to compliance programmes and management systems
Staff Management
Manage and motivate staff to effectively deliver objectives, ensuring development opportunities, appraisal and management systems are embedded and relevant HR procedures are always adhered to
Provide an advisory, support and mentorship function to enable staff to grow within their career
Establish, evaluate and guide the team’s Employee Performance Management programme
Set Key Performance Indicators, targets and goals as per the department’s strategy and business objectives
Recruit employees; assign and direct work; oversee staff development; identify training needs and maintain staff competence
Uphold HR policies and procedures at all times
Apply and adhere to Cell C Health and Safety procedures and rules
Quality Management
Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems and related approach (QMS)
Ensure compliance with ISO standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 where applicable)
Oversee audits, non-conformances, corrective, and preventive actions
Ensure quality standards in network installations, maintenance, and service delivery
Budget Management and Procurement
Prepare, control and administer the annual budget for the function
Manage and report on cost tracking and variation reports, implementing corrective action where required
Approve relevant expenditure for the team in line with delegation of authority
Inform the Executive layer timeously of potential over-spend
Make recommendations for budget-affecting change requests
Procure related services and/or products in line with the company polices to achieve the SHEQ objectives in line with the SHEQ strategy and company requirements
Ad hoc
Perform any other related duties as requested by Management
Minimum Qualification
Relevant Degree or NQF level 7 qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or related field
SAMTRAC/NADSAM certificate will be advantageous
License Code 8
Experience
9 -10 years of experience in SHEQ
Knowledge of Health and Safety, COIDA, Environmental procedures, requirements and legislation is mandatory
Knowledge of applicable municipal by-laws mandatory
ISO protocols experience will be advantageous
Experience in a dynamic, high-volume operating environment
Experience and exposure to managing compliance with other pieces of legislation (e.g. POPIA, ECA, ECTA, ICASA, etc.) in addition to SHEQ legislation an added advantage
Closing Date 11 March 2026
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