Health, Safety And Environmental Officer

Ikwezi Mining (Pty) Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Gqeberha is looking for a Health and Safety Officer to ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards. The role involves conducting audits, incident investigations, and training staff on safety protocols. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of experience in an industrial environment and relevant qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety. This position offers the opportunity to promote safety awareness and implement best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a chemical, automotive, or industrial environment.
• Well-spoken and able to communicate effectively with large groups.
• Ability to plan and prioritise tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety guidelines.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Manage incident reporting and investigations.
• Promote safety awareness among staff.
• Assist with training personnel.

Skills

Auditing experience

Critical thinking

Good report writing skills

Incident investigation

Hazard identification

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work from heights

Chemical management

Education

University qualification in Occupational Health and Safety

Formal qualification in ISO Systems (14001 and 45001)

NEBOSH or SAMTRAC certification

Job description

SUMMARY :

Purpose of the role :

To provide support in the following :

• Maintenance of the health, safety, and environment at the facility,
• Daily / weekly / monthly monitoring and reporting of HSE,
• Managing the ISO Management systems – i.e., 14001 and 45001

POSITION INFO :

Key Responsibilities :

• Compliance with all Environmental, health, and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Health, safety, and environmental reporting, including safety findings, incidents, near misses, housekeeping, PPE, and weekly summary.
• Assist & conduct the following types of audits : Statutory quarterly reporting, departmental HSE Files, contractor safety files,
• Attend daily meetings, review meetings with HSE Manager,
• Conduct follow-up audits to verify the effectiveness of corrective actions
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in FMEA reviews
• Promote SHE awareness & undertake training with relevant personnel
• Report incidents in the Incidents Database and investigate root causes for corrective action
• Assist with and chair incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Assist in all related SHE activities as advised by the health and safety manager.
• Work according to Integrated (Environmental, Health and Safety) Management System requirements.
• Work according to Instructions / Procedures as pertaining to his / her operation function as assigned and abide by all legal (laws / by-laws) requirements / Company Policies and Practices
• Housekeeping management and monitoring
• Assisting and undertaking training of staff (inductions, SWP’s, toolbox talks, safety conversations).
• Address environmental incidents and ensure compliance with the site specific EMPr.
• Arrange for collections and deliveries (example waste, environmental sampling equipment).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including but not limited to OSHA, GSR, NEMA, NEMAQA, NEMWA.

Other :

• Perform any other related duties in the interest of CEMZA as instructed.
• Work according to Integrated (Environmental and Quality) Management System requirements.
• Work according to Instructions / Procedures as pertaining to his / her operation function as assigned and abide by all legal (laws / by-laws) requirements / Company Policies and Practices.

Minimum Requirements :

• At least 3 years’ experience in a chemical / automotive / industrial environment.
• University qualification in Occupational Health and Safety / Safety management / environmental management or SAMTRAC or NEBOSH required.
• Formal qualification in ISO Systems (14001 and 45001) is advantageous.
• Good report writing skills
• Auditing experience is required
• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Well-spoken and can communicate with large groups
• Critical thinking
• Well‑versed with the legislation surrounding health, safety, and environment.
• Good interpersonal and analytical skills
• Well‑organised, meticulous, and able to plan and prioritise activities.
• Understanding of working from heights, chemical management, and confined spaces advantageous.