Mine Safety Manager

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

On-site role

Health, life, and disability insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mine Safety Manager for an on-site role in Randburg. You will lead safety initiatives, develop comprehensive HSE programs, conduct risk assessments, and investigate incidents to prevent recurrence. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration with management to foster a robust safety culture.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, employee well-being, and continuous professional development within a safety-first environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mine safety management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management system.
• Conduct regular site safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for all site personnel.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable national and international mining safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

HSE management

Incident investigations

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety / Mining Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Mine Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives for their operations in Randburg. This vital on-site role is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing comprehensive health and safety programs to ensure a secure working environment for all personnel. You will conduct risk assessments, develop safety procedures, deliver training, and investigate incidents to prevent future occurrences. The Mine Safety Manager will work closely with all levels of management and employees to foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. This is a key leadership position focused on operational integrity and employee well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management system.
• Conduct regular site safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for all site personnel.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable national and international mining safety regulations and standards.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mine safety management.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing effective safety programs in a mining environment.
• In-depth knowledge of mining hazards, risk management principles, and relevant legislation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.
• Full-time, on-site position offering direct impact and leadership responsibility.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and leadership training.
• A company culture that prioritizes safety above all else.