HESQ Coordinator We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HESQ Coordinator to support our site’s Health, Environment, Safety, and Quality systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in contractor onboarding, compliance management, risk control, quality system maintenance, and continuous improvement across the operation. The position will be based at Yara Animal Nutrition South Africa (Pty) Ltd in Durban and report to the HESQ Manager. Key Responsibilities Contractor & Employee Onboarding: Manage contractor onboarding and safety file compliance; Conduct safety inductions and annual medical coordination; Facilitate HESQ training including PTW, Risk Assessments, and general inductions; Lead monthly contractor meetings and ensure alignment to site requirements. Safety, Health & Environment: Conduct plant walks, Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) observations, and systematic inspections; Perform risk assessments and support Management of Change processes; Lead incident investigations and ensure follow‑up actions are completed; Maintain environmental compliance including permits, licenses, and reporting; Drive HESQ awareness initiatives across the site. Quality & Systems Management: Support internal audits and coordinate external audits (Service Providers, Customers, Regulatory); Maintain and improve ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 system requirements; Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance schedules; Develop and maintain SOPs / SPLs to support operational excellence; Manage Synergi / YMS reporting and close‑outs. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with AgriLaSa, contractors, service providers, and internal stakeholders; Prepare committee minutes (Central Committee, Management Review, Emergency Exercises). Administrative & HR Support: Assist with purchasing (PR generation and follow‑ups); Support HR‑related processes such as overtime administration and disciplinary documentation (where required). Qualifications & Experience Matric essential. Diploma or Degree in Safety, Environmental, Quality, or related field. Minimum 5 years’ experience with on‑site HESQ management in a chemical manufacturing environment. Experience in Safety, Environmental, Laboratory, Occupational Health, Process Safety. Additional training on one or more of these fields will be advantageous. Experience working with HESQ systems i.e. ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO9001 and ISO17025. Understanding legal and other requirements related to HESQ i.e. OHSA 85 of 1993 and NEMA 107 of 1998. Advanced computer literacy – Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) essential. Strong understanding of HESQ legislation and compliance frameworks. Experience in contractor management and safe systems of work. Training or experience in planning and facilitating internal and external audits. Must have good presentation skills, be confident to present training courses on HESQ topics and facilitate risk assessments or talks. Excellent coordination, communication (English – reading, writing, speaking), and reporting skills. Supervisory skills or experience in managing employees will be an advantage. #J-18808-Ljbffr