Bidvest Tank Terminals is hiring SAFETY WATCH X7
Details
Closing Date
2025/04/11
Reference Number
BTT250404-1
Job Title Safety Watch
Job Type Permanent Business Unit Durban
Department SHEP Reporting To Safety Watch Charge Hand
Number of Positions 7
Location – Town / City Durban
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Grade 12 | National Certificate
Job Category Other
Job Advert Summary
Bidvest Tank Terminals has seven opportunities for Safety Watchers. These opportunities exist within the SHEP department based in Durban and they will be reporting to the Safety Watch Charge Hand.
The successful candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
Minimum Requirements
Matric
2 years’ experience in a similar role
2 years’ experience in a Chemical storage/manufacturing plant
Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor all activities related to confined space work as per relevant legislation
Adhere to the proper entry procedures where confined spaces and their hazards are identified
Monitor the effectiveness of the controls applied to maintain a safe system of work
Inspect the entire work area for the potential release of flammable vapors or liquids
Ensure that all hazardous work is identified and covered by supporting documents
Identify any conflicts between the proposed work and other activities in the area
Respond to unsafe, hazardous or emergency situations
Conduct gas testing activities, hazard identification, and risk assessments
Recognize changes in process conditions and stop operations if hazards are identified
Maintain the conditions and requirements stated on the permit to work
Maintain constant visual and voice contact with other employees
Operate fire extinguishers, hydrants, fixed monitors, and hose carts
Keep flammable materials away from ignition sources
Extinguish fires immediately and raise the alarm
Take appropriate action to mitigate the risks associated with hazardous work
Ensure the work area is free of hot sparks, burning embers and other fire hazards when operation is done
Ensure that emergency equipment is returned to the correct place after use
Apply first aid techniques where applicable
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Effective communication and leadership skills
Ability to deal with differences/conflict
Knowledge of relevant legislation
Knowledge and application of firefighting practices, methods and procedures
Knowledge of the storage, handling and the usage of hazardous materials fire prevention practices
High level of professionalism
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