Junior Health, Safety and Environmental Officer

Ikwezi Mining; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company located in Gqeberha is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant environment, along with qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety and ISO standards. Responsibilities include conducting audits, incident investigations, and promoting SHE awareness among staff.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a chemical/automotive/industrial environment.
• Auditing experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with all Environmental, health, and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Health, safety, and environmental reporting.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in FMEA reviews.

Skills

Problem solving

Good interpersonal and analytical skills

Communication skills

Good report writing skills

Well organised

Education

University qualification in Occupational Health and Safety/Safety management or SAMTRAC or NEBOSH

Formal qualification in ISO Systems (14001 and 45001)

Job description

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

Key Responsibilities:
Health & Safety:

• Compliance with all Environmental, health, and safety guidelines and procedures.

Key Tasks

• 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 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 with 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 2 years’ experience in a chemical/automotive/industrial environment.
• University qualification in Occupational Health and Safety/ Safety management or SAMTRAC or NEBOSH required.
• Formal qualification in ISO Systems (14001 and 45001) is advantageous.
• Good report writing skills
• Auditing experience advantageous
• Good interpersonal and analytical skills
• Well organised, meticulous, and able to plan and prioritise activities.
• Problem solving
• Communication skills