Occupational Health & Safety Inspector (Captain) – SAPS | SCM25/2025

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Organisation: South African Police Service (SAPS)
Division: Supply Chain Management – Facility Management: Programme & Project Management
Location: Head Office, Pretoria
Posts Available: 2
Salary Level: Band C – R461,676 to R568,665 per annum
Closing Date: 30 January 2026 at 16:00

Introduction

The South African Police Service invites applications from experienced and suitably qualified professionals for the position of Occupational Health & Safety Inspector (Captain) within its Supply Chain Management (SCM) environment at Head Office in Pretoria.

This senior role is ideal for candidates with strong expertise in construction health and safety management, regulatory compliance, and site inspection, who wish to contribute to safe, compliant, and well-governed infrastructure projects within a national government institution.

Position Overview

Post Title: Occupational Health & Safety Inspector (Captain)
Reference Number: SCM25/2025
Programme: Facility Management – Programme & Project Management
Duty Station: Pretoria (Head Office)

Salary / Remuneration

Band C: R461,676 – R568,665 per annum (excluding benefits)

Core Functions & Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring full construction health and safety compliance, including:

Preparing and managing construction work permit applications
Drafting client health and safety specifications
Compiling project baseline risk assessments
Drafting mandatory agreements and contractor H&S appointments
Reviewing and approving contractors’ health and safety plans
Conducting monthly site inspections and compiling inspection reports
Performing monthly legal compliance audits on principal contractors
Preparing Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) compliance reports
Compiling project close-out reports
Executing all Construction Health & Safety duties as prescribed by SACPCMP

Generic Minimum Requirements

All applicants must meet the following requirements:

Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or NCV (NQF Level 4) recorded on NLRD
Proficiency in at least two official languages, one being English
South African citizenship with documentary proof
Valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence
No previous convictions or pending criminal, civil, or departmental cases
No visible tattoos when wearing SAPS uniform
Willingness to undergo security vetting, fingerprint verification, and screening

Additional & Professional Requirements

Three-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Construction Health & Safety Management
- Or an equivalent qualification relevant to the post
Compulsory registration with the
South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP)
(Candidate Health & Safety Officer or higher)
Minimum 1 year post-registration experience

Skills & Knowledge

Computer literacy and technical documentation
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Project management and reporting capabilities
Clear verbal and written communication skills
Sound knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations, and standards
High level of precision, compliance awareness, and professionalism

Why This Opportunity Matters

Senior Band C remuneration within the public service
Strategic involvement in national infrastructure and SCM programmes
Opportunity to enforce and uphold construction safety standards
Long-term career growth within SAPS and government project environments
Meaningful contribution to safe, compliant public-sector developments

Important Disclaimer

This website is not the hiring organisation. We publish verified SAPS vacancies for informational purposes only. No fees are required to apply, and all applications must be submitted directly through official SAPS channels.

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