Safety Officer

Info Personnel; Brits; On-site; ZAR 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in an underground mining environment. This role requires a professional with a DMR Blasting Certificate and a strong background in Safety Management. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, managing risks, and preparing safety reports while ensuring that all safety protocols are adhered to. Join a forward-thinking organization that values safety and offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will contribute to the well-being of your colleagues and the success of the operation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Safety Officer with a proven record.
• Underground mining experience preferably as a Shift Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace inspections and legal compliance audits.
• Compile daily and monthly Health & Safety reports.
• Provide on-the-job training and assess contractors’ Safety files.

Skills

Safety Management

Risk Management

Incident Investigation

Emergency Preparedness

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Grade 12

Safety Management Diploma

Comsoc 1 & 2 / Samtrac

DMR Blasting Certificate

Tools

SHE legislation

Job description

Our client in Brits has a vacancy for a Safety Officer with a Blasting Certificate and Underground experience.

Qualifications and experience:

• Grade 12
• Safety Management Diploma will be advantageous
• Comsoc 1 & 2 / Samtrac
• DMR Blasting certificate is a must
• Minimum 5 experience as a Safety Officer with proven record
• Underground mining experience preferably as a Shift Supervisor
• All MQA units standards for fully qualified health and safety officer working with combination of MHSA as well as OHSA
• Practical knowledge of and experience in Safety Management
• Practical knowledge of pertinent SHE legislation
• Valid drivers license and own transport
• Medically fit (must pass mine medical fitness standards)

Duties:

• Legal duties in terms of Reg 2.19.1 and 2.19.2 of the Minerals Act.
• Conduct workplace inspections and legal compliance audits.
• Compile daily and monthly Health & Safety reports.
• Incident/ Accident investigations.
• Risk Management.
• Emergency Preparedness and Management.
• Development and review of Safe Operating Procedures.
• Ensure all incidents and unsafe acts are reported.
• Provide on-the-job training.
• Assess and approve contractors’ Safety files in accordance with Contractor Management Requirements.
• Address non-conformances / compliances
• Follow through on actions, closing out reports.
• Report and record keeping not negotiable.
• Present a professional image of the SHERQ Department.
• Daily/ weekly/ monthly reports
• Medical examinations, follow ups and addressing issues that may arise.
• PPE control and management.
• Coordination of Health & Safety Reps functioning.
• Identification of training needs.
• Standby duties on rotational basis.

Salary R70 000.00 - R78 000.00 CTC

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