Vacancy: Risk, Compliance & SHEQ Manager (rail transportation and manufacturing)
Area: Nigel/Springs
Apply: marizel@alos.co.za / chanev@alos.co.za
This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing frameworks that ensure compliance, safety, and effective risk management across a multi-site facilities portfolio.
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Safety, Environmental Management, Law, or related field
•7–10 years experience in risk, compliance, or SHEQ management, preferably within facilities management
•Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety, environmental legislation, and governance frameworks
•Proven experience in audit management, regulatory liaison, and incident investigation
•Experience in contract management and legal compliance
Advantageous:
•Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO 9001/14001/45001 Lead Auditor, Risk Management certifications)
•Experience with quality assurance frameworks and continuous improvement initiatives
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure full compliance with national, provincial, and local legislation relevant to facilities management
• Monitor legislative changes and communicate impacts to relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, inspectors, and auditors as required
• Support regulatory audits, inspections, and reporting requirements
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, and strategic risks across the portfolio
• Develop and maintain risk registers, including mitigation plans and tracking mechanisms
• Conduct regular risk assessments, site audits, and incident investigations
• Support management with risk-informed decision-making
• Develop and implement SHEQ policies, procedures, and systems across all sites
• Monitor compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality standards
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all operational levels
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across SHEQ performance
• Implement governance frameworks aligned to corporate and client requirements
• Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and submissions for management and clients
• Track KPIs and compliance metrics across sites
• Conduct audits and reviews to ensure effectiveness of controls and processes
• Develop and deliver SHEQ and compliance training across teams
• Ensure awareness of legal requirements, policies, and safe work practices
• Embed a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Act as the key liaison with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with operational teams, technical staff, and contractors to ensure compliance
• Influence and drive adherence to standards across multiple sites