HSE Facilitator at South African Airways Technical (SAAT), Kempton Park

Job Posting: HSE Facilitator

Closing Date: 2025/09/25

Reference Number: SAA250917-1

Job Title: HSE Facilitator

Division: SAAT

Business Unit: Aviation Training Organisation

Reporting To: Manager: Training & Development

Number of Positions: 1

Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Purpose

SAAT is seeking a dedicated and experienced HSE Facilitator to coordinate, plan, and assess safety, health, and environmental competencies for our technical staff. This role is crucial in ensuring a safe workplace through the implementation and continuous improvement of a comprehensive training program.

Key Responsibilities

• Training and Development:
  • Conduct training needs analysis and develop training schedules based on organizational requirements.
  • Present and assess competency for a range of safety-related courses, including SHE representative training, accident/root cause analysis, and supervisor safety training.
  • Provide instruction and assessment for technical courses, such as measurement instrumentation (e.g., confined space air monitors) and refresher training.
  • Develop and conduct SHE induction courses and awareness campaigns on topics like noise and ergonomics.
• Program Management & Administration:
  • Plan, coordinate, and manage all outsourced training within the allocated budget, including courses for first aid and firefighting.
  • Maintain a robust training database and report data to corporate training management.
  • Compile detailed management reports on training activities and outcomes.
• Compliance and Research:
  • Communicate with regulatory authorities, such as SETA’s, to ensure safety training standards are met.
  • Lead the research and development of new courses to address evolving training needs.

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for a candidate who meets one of the following criteria:

• Option 1: A Grade 12 or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the safety, occupational health, and environmental field. This must include completion of a Safety Management course (SAMTRAC), Environmental Management Legal Compliance Certificate, risk assessment course, accident/root cause investigation course, and a Train the Trainer course. The candidate must also be an accredited assessor (NQF Level 5).
• Option 2: A National Diploma in Safety Management or Environmental Health with a minimum of 3 years of experience. This must include an Environmental Management Legal Compliance Certificate, Safety Management course (SAMTRAC), risk assessment course, accident/root cause investigation course, and a Train the Trainer course. The candidate must also be an accredited assessor (NQF Level 5).

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of SHE procedures and standards.
• Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (PC literate).
  • Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High-level presentation and demonstration skills.
• Attributes:
  • A team player who is self-motivated and can motivate others.
  • Assertive, persuasive, and possesses strong customer orientation skills.
  • Demonstrates core SAA values, including: Customer Focus, Accountability, Integrity, Safety, Excellence in Performance, and Valuing Our People.