Chief Safety Officer

KBC Health and Safety; Ermelo; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

KBC Health & Safety is seeking a Chief Safety Officer to oversee health and safety protocols within the mining industry. The successful candidate will have a Safety Management Diploma and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, implementing safety standards, and engaging with external consultants. This fixed-term contract for 6 months requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Chief Safety Officer in a mining industry.
• Valid SAISOSH membership required.
• Proficiency in Health & Safety and Occupational Health.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health and safety protocols and conduct accident investigations.
• Develop and implement safety standards for compliance and a safe working environment.
• Carry out risk assessments and maintain HSE registers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Skills in Safety Training

Knowledge of OHSA and MHSA

Computer literate

Accident Investigation

Education

Safety Management Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company: KBC Health & Safety (Pty) Ltd
Area: Ermelo (Mpumalanga)
Position: CHIEF SAFETY OFFICER
Contract type: FIXED TERM CONTRACT (6 MONTHS)

Inherent requirements:

• Safety Management Diploma
• 3 – 5years’ experience as a Chief Safety Officer in a mining industry
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Valid SAISOSH (South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) membership
• Strong knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Skills in Safety Training and developing safety protocols

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee health and safety protocols and conduct accident investigations
• Develop and implement safety standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a safe working environment for all employees.
• Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented.
• Implement and monitor all Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) management systems on site, including, but not limited to HSE guidelines, objectives, and practices
• Schedule and execute audits on site to identify areas of improvement and implement measures as required
• Carry out risk assessments on a continuous basis on site.
• Keep Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) registers up to date, including renewals of permits, licenses, etc.
• Engage as the contact person for health and safety related issues
• Liaise with external health & safety consultants in the provision of training programmes and health and safety

Character Traits:

• Proficiency in Health & Safety and Occupational Health
• Experience in Accident Investigation and Security management
• Ability to multi-task under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strives for high quality work

Interviewing process: 1 to 2 Panel interviews
Reporting to: General Manager: Risk Solutions

Please note should you not receive a response within one week of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful.

Please note that appointments will be made in line with the Company’s EE targets