Mining Health & Safety Lead – On-site Benoni

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Performance incentives

Safe working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Officer to join our mining operations in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and enforcing comprehensive safety policies to protect personnel and ensure regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have an OH&S degree, 5+ years in mining or heavy industry, and strong incident investigation and training skills. On-site position with opportunities for development within a respected mining company in Benoni.

Qualifications

• Requires National Diploma or Bachelor's in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Professional registration with a recognized body (e.g., SAIOSH) is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years in Health and Safety, preferably in mining or heavy industry.
• Solid knowledge of SA mining health and safety legislation (Mine Health and Safety Act).
• Experience with risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the health and safety management system.
• Conduct site inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver health and safety training to employees at all levels.
• Prepare and present health and safety reports to senior management.
• Advise management on safety matters and policy improvements.
• Ensure safety equipment is available, functional, and maintained.
• Promote a positive safety culture at the Benoni site.
• Maintain training, inspection, incident, and safety records.
• Stay updated on legislation, best practices, and mining risks.

Skills

Mine safety regs

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Safety reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in OH&S

Tools

Safety management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Officer to join our mining operations in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and enforcing comprehensive safety policies to protect personnel and ensure regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have an OH&S degree, 5+ years in mining or heavy industry, and strong incident investigation and training skills. On-site position with opportunities for development within a respected mining company in Benoni.