Kuben Govender
OHS Officer
Verulam
Summary
Health and Safety Officer with extensive expertise in ISO 45001 standards, risk assessments, and emergency response planning. Proven track record in enhancing workplace safety through effective policy implementation and hazard management, resulting in reduced incident rates. Skilled in conducting thorough inspections and delivering comprehensive health and safety training sessions to foster a proactive safety culture. As an Engagement Officer, developed strategic communication plans and led initiatives to promote corporate social responsibility. Career goals include advancing health and safety practices across diverse industries while maintaining compliance with current legislation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Safety Officer
Response-BPO
Umhlanga, south africa
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Established emergency response plans, improving readiness in crisis situations.
- Managed risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace.
- Liaised with external bodies for up-to-date knowledge on safety standards.
- Kept abreast with new legislation related to Health and Safety, ensuring full company compliance at all times.
- Coordinated first aid training sessions, increasing staff competency in managing medical emergencies.
- Promoted safety awareness culture, fostering proactive employee engagement in health and safety practices.
- Provided advice on occupational health issues, promoting a healthier workforce.
- Recommended changes to work practices, resulting in improved safety measures and reduced incident rates.
- Investigated incidents thoroughly, ensuring future preventive measures were set in place.
- Conducted regular site inspections for a safer working environment.
- Enhanced staff understanding of health and safety protocols through targeted training sessions, leading to increased compliance and safer behaviours.
- Collaborated with management teams in developing effective safety policies.
- Implemented health and safety regulations that improved employee wellbeing.
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
- Reviewed and assessed plans of subcontractors to determine safety measures.
- Prioritised health and safety when working on projects for clients across industries.
- Trained staff and contractors on occupational and environmental health compliance.
- Maintained working knowledge of current laws and legislation on health, sanitation and safety.
- Devised and implemented policy adaptations for minimised health and safety risks.
Engagement officer
Response-BPO
Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed strategic communication plans for heightened public awareness.
- Led training sessions for new employees, promoting best practices in customer engagement.
- Negotiated partnerships with external organisations for mutual benefit.
- Initiated conversations about corporate social responsibility within the organisation.
- Provided first aid and CPR to individuals experiencing injury or illness during tours.
- Assembled and distributed supplies for guests to complete tour activities.
Education
Hira - OHS
Sjl Consulting
Durban2025
Bachelor of commerce - Marketing
Boston City campus
south africa07-2021
ISO 450001:2018 - Health and safety
KR Solutions
South africa 01-2026
Safety Management - Health and safety
merSETA
South Africa01-2026
Health & Safety Representive - Health and safety
KevReal Solutions
South Africa01-2026
Skills
- Health and Safety Compliance
- ISO 45001 standard expertise
- Risk Assessments
- Hazard management
- Emergency Response
- Safety policy implementation
- Fire risk assessments
- Safety hazard assessing
- Machinery safety checks
- Inspections
- Hazard control techniques
- Health and Safety training delivery
- Safety training development
- Risk analysis
- Policy and Procedure implementation
- Hira Qualified
Languages
English
Education
Bachelor of commerce
Languages
1
Timeline
Health and Safety Officer
Response-BPO
08.2023 - 05.2026
Engagement officer
Response-BPO
08.2023 - 12.2023
Hira - OHS
Sjl Consulting
Bachelor of commerce - Marketing
Boston City campus
ISO 450001:2018 - Health and safety
KR Solutions
Safety Management - Health and safety
merSETA
Health & Safety Representive - Health and safety
KevReal Solutions