Remote Health and Safety Officer - Mining

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Career development

Flexible schedule

Team support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Officer to support mining operations remotely across multiple sites. You will develop, implement and monitor H&S policies, conduct audits, and promote a strong safety culture while coordinating with site teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of H&S experience in mining, thorough MHSA knowledge, and strong auditing, investigation, and reporting skills. This remote opportunity offers flexibility and growth within a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a health and safety role, preferably within the mining industry.
• Thorough knowledge of South African mining health and safety legislation (e.g., MHSA).
• Excellent auditing, investigation, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety management systems for mining operations.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation and standards.
• Develop and deliver health and safety training programs for employees at all levels.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to safety performance.

Skills

Auditing and investigations

Risk assessment

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Health and Safety Officer to join their team in a remote capacity, supporting mining operations across various locations. This role is paramount in ensuring a safe working environment by developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety policies and procedures. You will work closely with site management teams to identify and mitigate risks, conduct audits, and promote a strong safety culture. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute significantly to the well-being of employees in the mining sector while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety management systems for mining operations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation and standards.
• Develop and deliver health and safety training programs to employees at all levels.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to health and safety performance.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a health and safety role, preferably within the mining industry .
• Thorough knowledge of South African mining health and safety legislation (e.g., MHSA).
• Excellent auditing, investigation, and reporting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, effective for remote collaboration .
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively from a remote location.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work remotely, offering significant flexibility.
• Contribute to impactful safety initiatives across multiple mining sites.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• Supportive virtual team environment committed to workplace safety.