Location: Kempton Park
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of the Role

The QSHE Manager is responsible for ensuring that DSV Shared Facilities operate in full compliance with the ISO Integrated Management System (IMS), QSHE procedures, Healthcare QMS requirements, and all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations. The role provides leadership, oversight, and continuous improvement of Quality, Safety, Health, and Environmental standards across designated shared facilities.

Tertiary Qualification

• Certificate in Business Administration / General Management
• Health and Safety related certification

Computer Literacy Level (basic, intermediate, or advanced MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)

• Intermediate MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio & Outlook

Additional Computer Skills (e.g. software knowledge - Navision / COGNOS / eMpower / SAP, other)

• Validaide

Job Related Requirements (compulsory skills / competencies and/or minimum years industry experience)

• ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 45001:2018 / ISO 14001 - Internal auditor / Implementation
• Legal compliance auditor training
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as HealthcareQMS Senior Quality lead
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and related regulations

Added advantages for the Role (These are advantageous and not mandatory)

• ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 45001:2018 / ISO 14001 - Lead auditor

Duties & Responsibilities (Daily / weekly / monthly tasks)

• Ensure national compliance with DSV policies, Health and Safety legislation, processes, work instructions, maintenance schedules, internal and external audit requirements, licenses, accreditations, and Local Authority regulations.
• Provide QSHE management and governance to ensure continued compliance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 standards.
• Ensure the maintenance of Healthcare QMS Tier 1 requirements for Air & Sea Gauteng Park and the DSV Cold Facility, in alignment with the Senior Quality Lead role and responsibilities.
• Drive and support leadership involvement and active participation in achieving QSHE and Healthcare QMS objectives.
• Continuously identify opportunities for improvement within the QSHE and Healthcare QMS systems and support the facilitation of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure monthly HSE statistics are accurately maintained, reported, and retained, including timely, professional, and thorough incident reporting, training, support, and trend analysis.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable local legislation and statutory requirements governing all operational and environmental aspects of the business units.
• Compile, implement, and maintain comprehensive risk assessments for DSV Parks, including exterior and shared areas.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and regularly test Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures for DSV Parks.
• Maintain document control for shared facility QSHE documentation in accordance with DSV requirements.
• Support incident and accident investigations where required and ensure corrective actions are implemented and monitored.
• Oversee compliance with QSHE systems, legal requirements, and other obligations at major DSV shared facilities (Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg).
• Conduct quarterly site inspections and ensure non-conformances are reported, tracked, and escalated to the relevant business units.
• Support the Sustainability function by initiating and managing sustainability initiatives and reporting progress at quarterly sustainability meetings.
• Plan, coordinate, execute, and report on QSHE, Healthcare QMS, regulatory, supplier, and customer audits.
• Ensure operations are compliant with client contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), supplier agreements, and local authority legal requirements, and support the business with RFQs, customer questionnaires, and similar commercial documentation.
• Manage waste in alignment with environmental targets by driving continual improvement initiatives focused on reducing, reusing, and recycling, and ensuring all recycling activities are compliant and accurately reported.
• Contractor Management: Ensure all contractors are approved DSV preferred providers, comply with SHE requirements (valid licenses, accreditations, processes, trained personnel, and suitable equipment), maintain compliant safety files, and are monitored and audited while on-site to ensure continuous adherence to SHE standards.

Other Duties (over and above the set duties & responsibilities)

• Training: Ensure that all relevant parties receive appropriate training from accredited providers and that licenses and certifications are renewed timeously to prevent lapses.
• Problem Solving: Conduct effective root cause analysis, trend analysis, and problem-solving activities, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Stress and Conflict: Apply effective techniques to manage conflict, cope with stress, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Supervision: Perform all supervisory functions independently and effectively, including planning, organising, leading, controlling, and monitoring.
• Communication: Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, to successfully manage internal and external stakeholder expectations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear.  The employee uses computer and telephone equipment.  The employee also regularly lifts and/or moves objects up to 20 kgs.  Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.