HSE Coordinator

WHAT IS ON OFFER 

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an HSE Coordinator to join the team based in Durban, South Africa. The HSE Coordinator is responsible for the effective management, coordination, and implementation of the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements at the Durban Metals and Minerals and Agri operations. This role ensures compliance with relevant legislation, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and company HSE policies and procedures.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family-owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enables global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES

To be successful at Alfred H Knight the incumbent will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Operationally responsible for: 

• Promote HSE awareness, skills development, and training across all employee levels.


• Implement and maintain ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Standards.


• Assist with Risk Assessments, internal and external audits, and corrective/preventive actions.


• Coordinate HSE-related projects, KPI performance, and Safety Management System roll-outs.


• Conduct inspections/site visits, provide guidance, and drive improvements.


• Evaluate business processes and procedures for changes or amendments as required.


• Coordinate Occupational Hygiene Surveys, Medical Surveillance, and Biological Monitoring Programs.


• Facilitate HSE training and provide guidance on safety initiatives.


• Report non-conformances, monitor progress, and ensure timely close-out.


• Ensure proper use of equipment and address hazards proactively.


• Maintain and update PPE records and order supplies timely.


• Update HSE, General, and HR noticeboards as required.


• Attend and manage HSE meetings, and champion assigned HSE projects.


• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by the Branch/Lab Manager or Safety Manager/Officer.
  

Health and Safety

• Participate in HSE inspection programs using principles of planned task observation and proactively prevent non-conformances


• Ensure the Company’s Health and Safety policy is applied effectively in all areas visited.


• Report any incidents during working hours within 12 hours and carry out incident/accident investigations.


• Observe and comply with operational requirements and safety regulations applicable to your work area. Non-compliance will be considered serious misconduct, and the Employee indemnifies the Employer against any liability resulting from injury or illness due to non-compliance with safety measures.


• Report any deviations to the Safety Manager/Officer and the Agri/Operation Manager.

Human Resource Management

• Uphold the Company Code of Conduct by ensuring consistent application of disciplinary rules.


• Maintain a professional standard and appearance during office hours and while representing the Company internally and externally.

Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with all Production and Technical Teams toward achieving team goals, understanding priorities and pressures.


• Support cooperative working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Ad-hoc Projects / Other

• Perform ad hoc duties of an appropriate nature as requested by the Laboratory Manager or Laboratory/Operation Manager.


• Carry out any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the direct Laboratory Manager, Laboratory/Operation Manager, or Safety Manager/Officer.

Required Competencies

• Good knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations


• Computer Literate


• Good timekeeping and time management skills


• Quality: ‘Right first time’ approach, completes work to a high standard, continually looking for improvements, and strong problem-solvers, high level of attention to detail is key within this role


• Managing uncertainty: Handles pressure and ambiguity well, exercises good judgment, and handles challenges in a mature manner


• Critical thinking: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Team Player / Interpersonal: Builds and maintains positive working relationships with their own team and more widely


• Honest, adaptable, and flexible, and be able to carry out multiple tasks and  goal orientated

Required Qualifications

• Grade 12 (with Maths, English and Science)


• SAMTRAC or an appropriate Tertiary Qualification in Health and Safety Management, NEBOSH IGC will be an added advantage. 

Required work experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an occupational health and safety role within an Operation/Laboratory environment with a proven track record of HSE requirements and implementation

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community in line with our Employment Equity Plan.

Closing Date: 11 March 2026