📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWNestle is actively recruiting for a SHE Specialist position in Free State. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Safety / Environment / Hse sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Safety / Environment / Hse • Location Preference: in Free State
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe SHE Specialist position is an important role within the Safety / Environment / Hse sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Safety / Environment / Hse offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this SHE Specialist position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Safety / Environment / Hse field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Safety / Environment / Hse sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Working in Harrismith Factory as a SHE Specialist, you will be responsible for assuring the safe and environmentally sustainable operation of the site through the implementation of the site’s SHE Management Systems, ensuring compliance with Nestlé SHE policies, standards, procedures and relevant legislation.
A day in the life of a SHE SpecialistSHE Management Systems: Implement and maintain international standards for safety and environmental management, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, across the site and monitor/report on their operation. Legal Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure site adherence to SHE-related legislation, identify and assess SHE risks and aspects, and support contingency plans to minimise foreseeable risks. Safety Culture and Emergency Preparedness: Implement and maintain behavioural-based safety programmes, establish SHE committees and support Fire, First Aid, Hazmat, Evacuation and Crisis response teams. Incident Management, KPIs and Reporting: Ensure SHE incident investigations are conducted, root causes identified, follow-up actions completed, and monthly SHE KPIs submitted with action plans for out-of-norm results. Stakeholder Support, Training and Contractor Safety: Provide SHE advice and guidance to the site, engage with occupational health, identify training needs, develop the SHE training matrix, and ensure contractors comply with Nestlé SHE requirements during site work and projects.
What will make you successful?
BTech / Advanced Diploma in Safety or Environmental Management or Engineering SAMTRAC (Safety and Management Training Course) – Integrated SHE System Minimum of three (3) years of FMCG experience Risk management and mitigation Prevention of occupational accidents or illnesses SHE incident investigations Strong ability to influence people not under direct authority Proactive and able to initiate long-term improvements Good communication skills Problem solving
Deadline:21st August,2026
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