Health and Safety Officer - Mining

Placements24; Komani; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Comprehensive medical aid and life保险

Generous leave allowance and pension/退

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment for mining operations in Queenstown. The role develops, implements, and monitors health and safety programs to comply with legislation and industry best practices.

You will conduct site inspections, risk assessments, safety training, and incident investigations while collaborating with management and employees to foster a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in health and safety management, preferably in mining.
• Registered with a relevant professional body (e.g., SAIOSH).
• Strong knowledge of OHS Act and Mine Health and Safety Act regulations.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety management systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses, recommending corrective actions.
• Deliver health and safety training to employees at all levels.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Training delivery

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in OHS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment for their mining operations in Queenstown . This role is critical in developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety programs to comply with all relevant legislation and industry best practices. You will conduct site inspections, risk assessments, safety training, and incident investigations, working closely with management and employees to foster a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will be passionate about occupational health and safety, possess excellent communication skills, and have hands-on experience in the demanding context of the mining sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety management systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Investigate all workplace incidents and near misses, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver health and safety training to employees at all levels.
• Ensure compliance with relevant occupational health and safety legislation and standards.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in health and safety management, preferably within mining operations .
• Registered with a relevant professional body (e.g., SAIOSH).
• Strong knowledge of OHS Act and Mine Health and Safety Act regulations.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and life insurance.
• Generous leave allowance and retirement fund.
• Professional development opportunities and further certifications.
• A company culture that places paramount importance on employee well-being.