Mining Safety Officer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks a vigilant Mining Safety Officer to ensure a safe on-site environment, identify hazards, and drive robust safety management systems. You will conduct inspections, develop training programs, and investigate incidents to prevent recurrence.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of SA mining regulations, excellent communication and training skills, and experience in a hybrid work model balancing on-site presence with administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in health and safety management within mining.
• Registered with a relevant professional body (e.g., SAIOSH).
• Strong knowledge of South African mining regulations (Mine Health and Safety Act).
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and implement corrective actions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce the mine's health and safety management system.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards and compliance issues.
• Investigate all accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Deliver safety training programs to employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant occupational health and safety legislation and company policies.
• Maintain safety records and documentation, and participate in safety committee meetings.

Skills

Health and safety

Risk assessment

Training delivery

Incident investigation

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and proactive Mining Safety Officer to join their team in Paarl. This role is pivotal in ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel on-site, identifying potential hazards, and implementing robust safety management systems. You will conduct regular inspections, develop safety training programs, and investigate incidents to prevent future occurrences. The ideal candidate is deeply committed to workplace safety, possesses excellent knowledge of mining safety regulations, and excels in communication and training within a hybrid work model that balances on-site presence with administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce the mine's health and safety management system.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards and compliance issues.
• Investigate all accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Deliver safety training programs to employees and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant occupational health and safety legislation and company policies.
• Maintain safety records and documentation, and participate in safety committee meetings.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health and safety management within the mining industry.
• Registered with a relevant professional body (e.g., SAIOSH).
• Strong knowledge of South African mining regulations (Mine Health and Safety Act).
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough investigations and implement corrective actions effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and certification support.
• A commitment to safety culture, promoting employee well-being in the mining environment .