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SHEQ Senior Manager

meridiantalent.co.zaURL Unverified
DurbanFull-timeSeniorOn-sitePosted 18 Sept 2026

Job Overview

Oversee Safety, Health, Environment and Quality programmes for an automotive component manufacturing operation in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. Drive regulatory compliance, lead the SHEQ team, and embed a strong safety and quality culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor SHEQ policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and industry standards.

• Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify hazards and risks, and put corrective action plans in place.

• Lead and manage a team of SHEQ professionals with guidance, training and support.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate SHEQ into product development and operations.

• Maintain SHEQ performance records, incident documentation and regulatory evidence.

• Engage external stakeholders on SHEQ concerns and promote best practice.

• Stay current on emerging SHEQ trends and recommend improvements to safety and quality performance.

Required Qualifications

• BSc/BTech in Mechanical Engineering.

• Certified lead auditor covering IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 and ISO 50001.

• Minimum 7–10 years’ senior management experience.

• Project management experience and automotive component manufacturing background.

• Experience using core quality management tools.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills and advanced business reporting capability.

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