Risk Engineering Officer

About the role:

Shoprite is seeking a detail-oriented Risk Engineering Officer to join our Group Insurance Department, specialising in fire prevention, detection, and suppression initiatives across facilities. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting risk engineering initiatives by coordinating assessments, managing critical risk data, and ensuring compliance across various asset protection and safety programmes. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic FMCG and technical environment to help safeguard business operations.

What you'll do:

• Coordinate and manage fire prevention, detection, and suppression projects across multiple facilities, ensuring timely execution and compliance.
• Conduct and oversee thermal imaging and sprinkler system assessments, identifying risks and recommending remediation actions.
• Maintain and update risk management registers and databases with accurate and comprehensive information.
• Prepare, verify, and process reports, invoices, and administrative documents related to risk engineering initiatives.
• Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, service providers, and risk engineering teams to ensure clear communication and coordination.
• Schedule work, track progress against service levels, and compile regular progress reports for management review.
• Support project proposal development, including defining scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Organise and coordinate meetings, manage correspondence, and handle inquiries professionally.
• Apply project administration and coordination skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy while adhering to established procedures and standards.

What you bring:

• Diploma in Project Management or related field.
• Experience in project administration or coordination, preferably in FMCG or technical environments.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and knowledgeable in Google Suite tools.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to operate independently and within a team, demonstrating self-motivation.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Understanding of risk engineering concepts related to fire prevention and safety.
• Capability to manage time effectively under demanding and fast-paced conditions.
• Professionalism in managing correspondence and project-related documentation.