The following has become available at Bidvest Vericon Outsourcing:

Position: SHERQ ADMINISTRATOR

This role reports directly to the HSE MANAGER

Site Location: BIDVEST INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS EAST LONDON

The Suitable candidate will meet the criteria below;

Key Performance Areas:

Safety & Health

• Manage the full process of Injury on Duty (IOD) reporting, including incident capture, documentation, follow-up actions, and timely submissions to the Department of Employment and Labour.

• Schedule, coordinate, and track all occupational medical examinations (pre-employment, annual, periodic, and exit) to ensure medical compliance across the region.

• Maintain and update contractor safety files, ensuring documentation completeness before contractors commence work on-site.

• Assist in conducting incident investigations, including gathering statements, analysing root causes, identifying contributing factors, and participating in corrective action planning.

• Ensure site-wide compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, company safety standards, safe operating procedures, and risk control measures.

• Support safety campaigns, toolbox talks, and awareness initiatives to reinforce safe behavioural practices.

Environment

• Collect, consolidate, and maintain environmental performance data for reporting on sustainability, waste streams, environmental KPIs, and compliance indicators.

• Ensure all waste disposal records, manifests, and certificates of safe disposal are up to date and comply with environmental legislation.

• Participate in environmental inspections and audits, preparing evidence packs and ensuring the site maintains readiness for ISO 14001 audits.

• Monitor spill kits, hazardous waste areas, and environmental controls, reporting non-conformances and coordinating follow-up actions.

Administration

• Manage document control for all SHER records including procedures, checklists, audits, incident files, training records, risk assessments, and compliance documentation.

• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), including compiling audit evidence, tracking findings, and supporting closure.

• Compile detailed monthly SHER reports, including safety statistics, environmental metrics, training activity, compliance status, and outstanding risk actions.

• Coordinate SHER-related training sessions, ensuring accurate attendance registers, certificates, and training matrices are updated.

• Maintain a centralised SHER filing and archiving system, ensuring ease of access, traceability, and POPIA compliance for sensitive documentation.

Behavioural competency requirements:

• Attention to Detail
  Demonstrates high levels of accuracy when checking packaging standards, labelling, counts, and final product presentation.

• Communication Skills
  Strong written and verbal communication for reporting, contractor engagement, safety briefings, and management interaction.

• Ability to Perform Under Pressure
  Maintains consistency and compliance during audits, incidents, and urgent safety interventions.

• Problem-Solving Capability
  Identifies SHER issues, investigates root causes, and drives corrective and preventative actions.

• Time Management & Discipline
  Manages deadlines for medicals, audits, training schedules, reporting cycles, and incident submissions.

Technical competency requirements:

• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint, and digital document management tools.

• Applied knowledge of OHS Act, COIDA, ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 requirements and SHER management systems.

• Understanding of inspection tools, risk assessments, environmental monitoring, and safety documentation requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• National Diploma in Safety Management or equivalent
• ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 training advantageous
• 3–5 years’ experience in SHERQ, preferably in warehouse or logistics environments
• Experience in safety administration, contractor management, and compliance reporting

ENVIRONMENTAL OR OTHER CONDITIONS:

• Cold storage environment
• Weekend and after-hours work may be required based on operational needs

Appointments shall be in line with the Company’s Employment Equity Policy.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Should you not receive any feedback within 2 Weeks of application, consider your application as unsuccessful.

Closing date: 24/02/2026