Health and Safety Manager - Mining

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives for mining operations near Bloemfontein. You will develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive health and safety protocols to protect all personnel and contracts.

The role requires a degree in OHS or Environmental Health and at least six years in health and safety management within mining, with strong leadership and incident investigation skills, and a deep knowledge of SA mining legislation.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in OHS or Environmental Health.
• Minimum 6 years of health and safety management experience in mining.
• Strong knowledge of SA mining safety legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety management systems for mining operations.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement controls.
• Investigate workplace incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training programs to employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Incident investigation

Safety training

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Health

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and proactive Health and Safety Manager to lead their safety initiatives for mining operations near Bloemfontein. This critical role ensures the well-being of all personnel by developing, implementing, and enforcing robust health and safety protocols. You will be responsible for risk assessments, incident investigations, safety training programs, and maintaining compliance with all national and international safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to safety excellence and the ability to foster a positive safety culture across all levels of the organization, working diligently to create a hazard-free working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety management systems for mining operations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement control measures.
• Investigate all workplace accidents and incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver engaging safety training programs to all employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and company policies pertaining to health and safety.

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in health and safety management, with significant experience in the mining industry.
• In-depth knowledge of South African mining safety legislation and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and incident investigation skills.