Brief description
The main purpose of this position is to advise, guide, monitor and report on the implementation of health and safety management systems and the compliance thereof within the SARB’s build environment in line with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act 85 of 1993, associated legislations and regulations including National Key Point requirements.
Detailed description
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Ensure the implementation of the Occupational health and safety framework and monitor compliance.
- Develop the OHS framework, procedures and standards with regards to build environment and structure initiatives across the Bank and ensure communication to and comprehension by all stakeholders.
- Advise and guide the business in the implementation of the OHS systems (policies, procedures, standards etc) and the prioritisation of OHS activities.
- Create OHS awareness regarding build environment and structure initiatives across the Bank, administrative and embed the culture of safety in the business and its operations through relevant training and education.
- Conduct audits, inspections, risk assessments and surveys to create a baseline of hazardous incidents relating to OHS in line with Hazards Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRAs) standards.
- Recommend mitigating measures, guide and monitor the implementation of the mitigating measures and ensure that deviations from and non-conformance to the policy, procedures and standards are addressed.
- Engage with internal stakeholders and technical teams to inculcate a safety culture, encourage high performance and ensure the prioritisation of OHS issues within the SARB.
- Ensure all legal appointments and agreements with services providers are compliant with and adhere to, in line with the OHS Act.
- Ensure that all major and registered projects have controlled SHE plans and registered in keeping with acceptable standards or adopted framework.
- Gather data and compile OHS reports to inform decision making at an organisational level. To develop a universe for all related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various codes of work.
- Actively keep abreast of and identify developments in the applicable legislations and create awareness thereof by relevant stakeholders to ensure increased levels of understanding, awareness and application of safety, health and environmental prescripts in the Bank.
- Ensure prudent document and records management in keeping with the requirements of the Bank’s records management principles, and the General Administrative and related Regulations the OHS Act.
- Develop processes and procedures necessary for the statutory compliance of all facilities projects in the Bank to comply with the contractual requirements as per relevant elements of the OSH Act, especially section 37 and the Construction Regulations.
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
- a Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Occupational Health and/or Environmental Health or equivalent;
- five to seven years of experience in a Health and Safety environment with exposure to highly technical, projects and complex operational environment
The following will be an added advantage
- Registration or candidate with The South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP).
Additional requirements are as follows
- effective communication
- drive for results
- analysis and problem solving
- service and stakeholder focus
In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.
The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.
About SARB
Primary mandate of the SARB
Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:
The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.
The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.
WHAT WE DO
Monetary Policy
The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.
Financial Stability
The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.
Prudential Regulation
The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.
Financial Markets
Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.
Financial Surveillance
The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.
Payments and Settlements
The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.
Statistics
The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.
Research
Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.
Banknotes and Coin
The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.
