University of Western Cape·Western Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Contract
OperationsFull TimeContract
-Closes Dec 20, 2026
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, cognizant of its regional, national and international environment. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context, which is framed by our Institutional Operating Plan.
The Risk and Compliance Department seeks an assertive, strong, compliance focused individual, who is able to work independently as well as co-ordinate teams, to take responsibility for the identification, implementation, maintenance of and adherence to SHE & Emergency Services (SHE&E) requirements within UWC and its satellites.
Reporting to the Director: Risk & Compliance, we invite suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply for this position.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key responsibility areas:
Provide leadership with regard to the rendering of quality SHE&E Services that includes the smooth running of the SHE&E and relevant compliance requirements
Ensure efficient and effective functioning of the SHE&E department and achievement of objectives
Effective management of the SHE&E department's administration and resources
Design and implement policies and related business processes
Perform analysis and interpretations of relevant data on related risks and incidences and reporting accordingly
Interpret policies, legislation, regulations and instructions in respect of pre- emergency risk reduction and post-emergency recovery in order to facilitate its integration into the UWC emergency preparedness policy and implementation
Manage Occupational health safety and provide direction in the management of Health and Safety Committees
Manage Environmental Health and Safety and provide direction in the management thereof.
In conjunction with HR- Training and Development be responsible for the training of staff and users/committee members in health and Safety.
Manage medical care to students, visitors and staff and ensuring that call-outs to patients for assistance and medical care is adequately provided
Manage Occupational Health and Safety investigations and statistics at all campuses by determining viability of safety investigations and formal communication thereof to the Director: Risk & Compliance and relevant stakeholders
Responsible for relevant Health and Safety investigations in terms of planning and implementation
Providing reports to line management, various stakeholders and governance structures
Design and implementation of appropriate policies and business processes
Responsible for the management of Fire safety and relevant compliance
Guide and Support all Events Safety including the monitoring of event plans and quality
Assist in the management, the planning and coordination of waste management including stakeholder and institutional compliance
Manage water management safety
Manage food hygiene safety
Responsible for awareness campaigns and training to relevant user groups
Record keeping of incidents as maintained on the institutional system (GV Chase) and various reporting requirements
Minimum Requirements
A Degree in Health, Safety and Environment at NQF7 or equivalent in the Health and Safety environment
5 years relevant management experience
Valid Driver's license (08) with two years accident-free experience
Valid Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
Chemical, biological or similar experience in waste management (Eg Labs and medical waste handling)
Advantagoeus:
PSIRA registration (Fire Management) will be an advantage, but will be required to be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.
Registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) will be advantages, but will be required to be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.
Required skills and competencies:
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations as amended
Knowledge of National Building Regulations, Environmental Legislation and Local municipal by-laws
Knowledge of safety standards PC and Software literacy
Experience in conducting Risk Assessments
Experience in conducting Incident/Accident investigations
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Knowledge in Fire Safety and Medical Emergency Response
Experience in Events Management
Knowledge of Compensation Claims and Administration
Attention to detail
Presentation skills
Ability to interact at all levels
Auditing skills
Ergonomics knowledge
Professional registration, academic status in the relevant discipline, a proven research and publication record, etc.