Safety Officer

Phakisa Holdings; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Gauteng is seeking a Safety Officer to oversee the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) management system on-site. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma in Safety Management, SAMTRAC / COMSOC certifications, and at least 3 years of experience in mining safety. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and facilitating safety meetings.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience as a Safety Officer in mining is required.
• In-depth knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Regulations.
• Valid Certificate of Fitness for mining is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) management system.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
• Facilitate safety meetings and submit performance reports.

Skills

Legal Compliance

Safety Documentation Management

Safety Meeting Facilitation

Knowledge of MHSA

Education

National Diploma in Safety Management or equivalent

SAMTRAC / COMSOC 1&2 certification

Job description

Safety Officer

Mid Career (4 - 6 yrs exp) - Contractor

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Type: Contractor

Overview

To implement, monitor, and advise on all aspects of the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) management system on a mining site. The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), 1996 and other legislation to achieve a zero-harm working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Compliance & Administration
• Maintain and update legal compliance documentation
• Facilitate safety meetings and submit safety performance reports

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Safety Management or equivalent
• SAMTRAC / COMSOC 1&2 certification
• 3 years' Safety Officer experience in mining
• In-depth knowledge of MHSA and Regulations
• Valid Certificate of Fitness for mining

Advantageous Requirements

• SACPCMP registration as Candidate Construction Health and Safety Officer
• Experience with ISO 45001-based Safety Management Systems
• Blasting, First Aid Level 3, Firefighting certifications
• Specific mining discipline experience

Sectors: Chemical, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical