Head of Mine Safety & Compliance

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance-related bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prominent mining operation in East London, Eastern Cape, to appoint a Chief Mine Safety Officer. This senior role leads the Health and Safety department, ensuring top-tier safety standards across all mining activities.

You will develop and oversee safety management systems, conduct risk assessments and incident investigations, and deliver comprehensive safety training. A strong leadership track record in mining environments is essential to champion best practices and

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Mining Engineering, or related field.
• Registration as a Professional Certificated Mine Safety Professional or equivalent.
• 8+ years in mine health and safety, with at least 3 years in a senior supervisory/management role.
• Strong knowledge of MHSA and related mining regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement safety management systems and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the Mine Health and Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance with MHSA and associated regulations.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response teams.
• Investigate safety incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors.
• Promote a positive safety culture and employee engagement.
• Advise senior management on mine health and safety matters.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders.
• Manage the health and safety budget and resources.

Skills

Leadership

MHSA knowledge

Incident investigation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Mining Engineering or related field

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a prominent mining operation in East London, Eastern Cape, to appoint a Chief Mine Safety Officer. This senior role leads the Health and Safety department, ensuring top-tier safety standards across all mining activities.

You will develop and oversee safety management systems, conduct risk assessments and incident investigations, and deliver comprehensive safety training. A strong leadership track record in mining environments is essential to champion best practices and