Safety Officer

Qualifications and experience :

Grade 12

Safety Management Diploma will be advantageous

Comsoc 1 & 2 / Samtrac

DMR Blasting certificate is a must

Minimum 5 experience as a Safety Officer with proven record

Underground mining experience preferably as a Shift Supervisor

All MQA units standards for fully qualified health and safety officer working with combination of MHSA as well as OHSA

Practical knowledge of and experience in Safety Management

Practical knowledge of pertinent SHE legislation

Valid drivers license and own transport

Medically fit (must pass mine medical fitness standards)

Duties :

Legal duties in terms of Reg 2.19.1 and 2.19.2 of the Minerals Act.

Conduct workplace inspections and legal compliance audits.

Compile daily and monthly Health & Safety reports.

Incident / Accident investigations.

Risk Management.

Emergency Preparedness and Management.

Development and review of Safe Operating Procedures.

Ensure all incidents and unsafe acts are reported.

Provide on-the-job training.

Assess and approve contractors Safety files in accordance with Contractor Management Requirements.

Address non-conformances / compliances

Follow through on actions, closing out reports.

Report and record keeping not negotiable.

Present a professional image of the SHERQ Department.

Daily / weekly / monthly reports

Medical examinations, follow ups and addressing issues that may arise.

PPE control and management.

Coordination of Health & Safety Reps functioning.

Identification of training needs.

Standby duties on rotational basis

Salary R70 000.00 - R78 000.00 CTC