GMR 2.1 SUPERVISOR & HSE SPECIALIST
Aspen Pharma Group
2026/08/18   Port Elizabeth

Job Ref #: GMR01
Industry: Pharmaceutical And Medical/Healthcare
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Applications are invited for the above indicated vacancies that exists in the SHE Department. The successful incumbent will report to the Chief of Staff. All applications are to be received on or before 24 August 2026. Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with Aspen’s Transformation Agenda.
Job Description

Ensures compliance with OHS legislation and General Machinery Regulations. Oversees machinery safety and statutory requirements alongside appointed GMRs. Manages machinery-related risks with Engineering, Operations and contractors. Drives HSE compliance, accountability and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage and maintain the site HSE Management System and ensure compliance with applicable legislation, standards and company requirements.
  • Fulfil the statutory duties of the GMR 2.1 appointment and provide oversight of machinery, plant and engineering safety.
  • Ensure statutory inspections, examinations, testing, maintenance and machinery records are completed and maintained on time.
  • Lead hazard identification, risk assessments and implementation of effective risk controls across operations and projects.
  • Monitor legal compliance, audits, corrective actions, statutory registers, appointments and certificates.
  • Provide HSE and GMR oversight for engineering projects, machinery installations, modifications and commissioning activities.
  • Manage contractor HSE compliance, including competency, induction, documentation, inspections and performance.
  • Support incident investigations, root-cause analysis, emergency preparedness and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Drive HSE training, awareness, safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide accurate HSE, statutory, machinery-safety and financial reporting, while managing the departmental HSE budget and expenses.
  • Management of the SHE department and Health Care Centre.

Job Requirements

Qualification:

  • BSc degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent recognised engineering qualification.
  • Government Certificate of Competency: Factories, where required for the formal statutory appointment and site requirements.
  • A relevant qualification in HSE management, occupational health and safety, risk management or legal compliance.
  • Formal training relating to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and General Machinery Regulations

Experience:

  • Minimum of 15 years’ relevant working experience in a manufacturing, engineering, pharmaceutical or industrial environment. With at least 5 years in a leadership position.
  • Demonstrable experience in machinery supervision, maintenance, engineering operations or plant-safety management.
  • Experience conducting risk assessments, inspections, audits and incident investigations.
  • Experience supporting engineering projects, machinery installations and facility modifications.
  • Experience managing contractor safety and statutory compliance.
  • Experience interpreting legislation and technical standards and translating them into operational controls.
  • Experience managing departmental budgets, expenses and financial forecasts.
  • Supervisory or specialist-level experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
  • Leading teams.