HSE Officer (Oil & Gas) | 30-Month Contract | Saldanha Bay, Western Cape

Introduction Our client, a leading company in the petroleum storage and terminal sector, is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated HSE Officer to support the safe execution of a major terminal construction project in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements:

Diploma, certificate, or qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, Construction Safety, or a related field. Recognised HSE certification such as SAMTRAC, NEBOSH, ISO 45001/14001, ISO 18001, Incident Investigation, First Aid, Firefighting, or equivalent. Minimum 5–8 years’ HSE experience on construction, oil & gas, tank farm, petrochemical, refinery, terminal, or major industrial projects. Experience within an Owner’s team, Client representative, PMC, or EPC project environment will be advantageous. Strong knowledge of South African HSE legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations, environmental requirements, and site permitting obligations. Practical understanding of petroleum storage and industrial construction risks, including hot work control, hazardous materials, fire prevention, spill response, confined spaces, lifting operations, working at height, and hydrocarbon containment. Ability to review and interpret risk assessments, method statements, permits to work, inspection checklists, and HSE procedures. Strong site presence with excellent communication skills and the confidence to intervene where unsafe conditions or behaviours are identified. Computer literate with experience in HSE reporting, action tracking, document control, and presentation of inspection findings. Demonstrated commitment to zero harm, environmental protection, regulatory compliance, and safe delivery of major construction works.

Interested? Suitable candidates are encouraged to send CVs to lebo@kwena.net for consideration.