Head of Safety

Purpose of the Role :

The Head of Safety is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and maintenance of the companys health and safety systems in line with South African mining and occupational safety legislation.

The role ensures that all statutory obligations of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) under the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) are met.

This role forms part of the companys matrix support structure and serves as the strategic leader for safety across all sites and business areas.

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership and Governance

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for safety across the organization.
• Ensure full compliance with all CEO & COO obligations as per South African safety laws (MHSA and OHSA).
• Advise the directors on legal safety responsibilities, risks, and governance matters.
• Represent safety leadership in executive meetings and reviews.
• Represent the company safety leadership at strategic client meetings and engagements.

Safety System Development and Management

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

Operational Support and Oversight

Training and Culture

Key Interfaces :

Internal : Directors, CEO, COO, Operations Managers, Safety Manager, Safety Officers, HR External : Clients, Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), Contractors, Regulatory Bodies, Suppliers

Minimum Requirements :

Key Competencies :

Duties, Responsibilities & Reasons for Leaving at each Company MUST be listed on CV.

No Criminal Record.

Medically Fit.

ONLY SHORT LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Thank you