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SafetyCloud Ergonomist, Midrand at SafetySA
SafetySA
September 13, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Responsibilities:
Ergonomics Risk Assessments & Compliance
Conduct comprehensive Ergonomic Risk Assessments (ERAs) in strict accordance with Regulation 6 of the Ergonomics Regulations across varied client environments (including mining, manufacturing, logistics, and office spaces).
Utilize and interpret validated ergonomic assessment methodologies and tools including RULA, REBA, the NIOSH Lifting Equation, and anthropometric analysis.
Evaluate workplace setups, tool designs, and vehicle configurations to ensure optimal physical alignment and human-machine interaction.
Assess cognitive workload, fatigue risk factors, and information processing demands to minimize human error in high-stakes operational environments.
Risk Control & Intervention Design
Formulate and recommend practical engineering, administrative, and design control measures based on the Hierarchy of Controls and Regulation 7 requirements.
Collaborate with client engineering, operations, and management teams to integrate ergonomic principles into the procurement of machinery, tools, and office furniture.
Conduct workplace optimizations focusing on organizational factors, including shift work impacts, work-rest schedules, and psychosocial risk interactions.
Ergonomics Programme Development & Management
Partner with clients to develop, implement, and maintain structured Ergonomics Management Programmes.
Establish internal employee reporting systems for early identification of ergonomic discomfort or signs of musculoskeletal strain.
Provide technical support and subject matter expertise during incident investigations where human factors or physical strain are suspected root causes.
Assist in setting up and guiding client Ergonomics Committees to drive internal ownership of safety programs.
Training, Awareness & Capacity Building
Develop and deliver tailored ergonomics awareness campaigns and task-specific training sessions for both client management teams and shop-floor employees.
Translate complex biomechanical and cognitive human-factors data into clear, actionable safety practices for diverse workforces.
Keep up to date with professional standards, representing SafetyCloud's commitment to scientific integrity through ongoing alignment with the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (ESSA).
Monitoring & Reporting
Design and track monitoring systems to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of implemented ergonomic control measures.
Compile highly technical, professional consulting reports for client leadership, providing clear risk ratings, legislative gap analyses, and prioritized action plans.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Postgraduate qualification in Ergonomics or Human Factors.
Formal ergonomics training aligned with:
Physical ergonomics
Cognitive ergonomics
Organisational ergonomics
Biomechanics
Anthropometry
Ergonomics risk assessment methodologies
Professional Registration. Be registered as:
CPR (Certified Professional Ergonomist) or
CEA (Certified Ergonomics Associate)
Maintain good standing with the relevant professional body such as the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (or an IEA-aligned certification body)
Demonstrate competence as contemplated under Regulation 1 of the Ergonomics Regulations regarding a "competent person."
Demonstrate familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety Act and it regulations.
Experience:
Minimum 2 - 3 years ergonomics assessment experience under supervision of a senior ergonomist preferably in the following fields:
Mining
Manufacturing
Warehousing
Construction
Transport and logistics
Healthcare
Laboratories
Telecommunications
Energy/utilities
Office and administrative environment
Skills:
The ergonomist shall assist employers in meeting obligations under the Ergonomics Regulations including:
Ergonomic Risk Assessments in accordance with Regulation 6 of the Ergonomics Regulations
Risk Control Measures: Recommend and assist with implementation of ergonomic control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and Regulation 7.
Ergonomics Programme Development
Develop and implement ergonomics management programmes including:
Risk management procedures
Employee reporting systems
Incident investigation support
Ergonomics committees
Training programmes
Monitoring systems.
Training and Awareness Provide ergonomics awareness and task-specific training to management and employees.
Knowledge and competencies:
Physical Ergonomics such as: Manual handling assessments, Postural analysis, Repetitive movement analysis, Force analysis, Anthropometry, Seating assessments, Tool evaluation, Vehicle ergonomics.
Cognitive Ergonomics such as: Human-machine interaction, Cognitive workload analysis, Fatigue risk factors, Attention and information processing demands.
Organisational Ergonomics such as: Shift work assessment, Work-rest scheduling, Workload allocation, Psychosocial risk interaction, Workflow optimisation.
Required Assessment Methodologies:
The ergonomist should be competent in recognised assessment tools and methodologies including, where applicable:
RULA
REBA
NIOSH Lifting Equation
Anthropometric analysis
Office ergonomics assessment tools
Cognitive workload tools
Fatigue assessment methods
Other:
High degree of professional ethics and values aligned with:
Integrity
Courage
Care
Passion
Innovation
Accountability
Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates
Ergonomics Risk Assessments & Compliance
Conduct comprehensive Ergonomic Risk Assessments (ERAs) in strict accordance with Regulation 6 of the Ergonomics Regulations across varied client environments (including mining, manufacturing, logistics, and office spaces).
Utilize and interpret validated ergonomic assessment methodologies and tools including RULA, REBA, the NIOSH Lifting Equation, and anthropometric analysis.
Evaluate workplace setups, tool designs, and vehicle configurations to ensure optimal physical alignment and human-machine interaction.
Assess cognitive workload, fatigue risk factors, and information processing demands to minimize human error in high-stakes operational environments.
Risk Control & Intervention Design
Formulate and recommend practical engineering, administrative, and design control measures based on the Hierarchy of Controls and Regulation 7 requirements.
Collaborate with client engineering, operations, and management teams to integrate ergonomic principles into the procurement of machinery, tools, and office furniture.
Conduct workplace optimizations focusing on organizational factors, including shift work impacts, work-rest schedules, and psychosocial risk interactions.
Ergonomics Programme Development & Management
Partner with clients to develop, implement, and maintain structured Ergonomics Management Programmes.
Establish internal employee reporting systems for early identification of ergonomic discomfort or signs of musculoskeletal strain.
Provide technical support and subject matter expertise during incident investigations where human factors or physical strain are suspected root causes.
Assist in setting up and guiding client Ergonomics Committees to drive internal ownership of safety programs.
Training, Awareness & Capacity Building
Develop and deliver tailored ergonomics awareness campaigns and task-specific training sessions for both client management teams and shop-floor employees.
Translate complex biomechanical and cognitive human-factors data into clear, actionable safety practices for diverse workforces.
Keep up to date with professional standards, representing SafetyCloud's commitment to scientific integrity through ongoing alignment with the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (ESSA).
Monitoring & Reporting
Design and track monitoring systems to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of implemented ergonomic control measures.
Compile highly technical, professional consulting reports for client leadership, providing clear risk ratings, legislative gap analyses, and prioritized action plans.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Postgraduate qualification in Ergonomics or Human Factors.
Formal ergonomics training aligned with:
Physical ergonomics
Cognitive ergonomics
Organisational ergonomics
Biomechanics
Anthropometry
Ergonomics risk assessment methodologies
Professional Registration. Be registered as:
CPR (Certified Professional Ergonomist) or
CEA (Certified Ergonomics Associate)
Maintain good standing with the relevant professional body such as the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (or an IEA-aligned certification body)
Demonstrate competence as contemplated under Regulation 1 of the Ergonomics Regulations regarding a "competent person."
Demonstrate familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety Act and it regulations.
Experience:
Minimum 2 - 3 years ergonomics assessment experience under supervision of a senior ergonomist preferably in the following fields:
Mining
Manufacturing
Warehousing
Construction
Transport and logistics
Healthcare
Laboratories
Telecommunications
Energy/utilities
Office and administrative environment
Skills:
The ergonomist shall assist employers in meeting obligations under the Ergonomics Regulations including:
Ergonomic Risk Assessments in accordance with Regulation 6 of the Ergonomics Regulations
Risk Control Measures: Recommend and assist with implementation of ergonomic control measures in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and Regulation 7.
Ergonomics Programme Development
Develop and implement ergonomics management programmes including:
Risk management procedures
Employee reporting systems
Incident investigation support
Ergonomics committees
Training programmes
Monitoring systems.
Training and Awareness Provide ergonomics awareness and task-specific training to management and employees.
Knowledge and competencies:
Physical Ergonomics such as: Manual handling assessments, Postural analysis, Repetitive movement analysis, Force analysis, Anthropometry, Seating assessments, Tool evaluation, Vehicle ergonomics.
Cognitive Ergonomics such as: Human-machine interaction, Cognitive workload analysis, Fatigue risk factors, Attention and information processing demands.
Organisational Ergonomics such as: Shift work assessment, Work-rest scheduling, Workload allocation, Psychosocial risk interaction, Workflow optimisation.
Required Assessment Methodologies:
The ergonomist should be competent in recognised assessment tools and methodologies including, where applicable:
RULA
REBA
NIOSH Lifting Equation
Anthropometric analysis
Office ergonomics assessment tools
Cognitive workload tools
Fatigue assessment methods
Other:
High degree of professional ethics and values aligned with:
Integrity
Courage
Care
Passion
Innovation
Accountability
Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates