Remote Safety Officer - Mining Compliance

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Safety Officer to ensure robust health and safety compliance across mining operations in South Africa. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring safety protocols while working from a remote location.

You will analyze safety data, conduct virtual inspections, deliver training, investigate incidents, and advise site management. A SAMTRAC or NEBOSH certification and at least four years in mining HSE are required.

Qualifications

• Certification in OHS (SAMTRAC/NEBOSH) required.
• Minimum 4 years in health and safety management, mining sector preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of South African mining health and safety legislation (MHSA).
• Experience in developing and implementing safety management systems and conducting risk assessments.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills; suited for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE management systems for mining environments.
• Conduct risk assessments across mine operations.
• Create and deliver remote safety training for all personnel.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents; recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain safety documentation and records with accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Reporting

Presentation skills

Remote collaboration

Hazard identification

Education

SAMTRAC certification

NEBOSH certification

Tools

Safety management software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote Safety Officer to ensure robust health and safety compliance across their mining operations. This crucial role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring safety protocols and procedures to protect personnel and assets. Working from a remote location, you will analyze safety data, conduct virtual inspections, develop training materials, and provide expert guidance to site management. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of mining hazards and South African safety legislation, coupled with excellent communication and organizational skills for effective remote collaboration. This position offers a chance to significantly impact safety culture from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety management systems tailored for mining environments.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify potential hazards across various mine operations.
• Create and deliver engaging safety training programs for all levels of personnel, adapted for remote delivery.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain safety documentation and records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Requirements

• Relevant certification or qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., SAMTRAC, NEBOSH).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in health and safety management, specifically within the mining sector.
• Thorough knowledge of South African mining health and safety legislation (e.g., MHSA).
• Experience in developing and implementing safety management systems and conducting risk assessments.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills, suitable for a remote role.
• Proficiency with virtual collaboration tools and safety management software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to influence safety standards across diverse mining operations.
• Professional development and continuous learning support.
• A proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental responsibility.