Safety Officer - Mining

The Legends Agency; Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legends Agency is seeking an experienced Project Safety Officer for Union Concentrator, Mortimer. In this role, you will enforce strict safety protocols, conduct risk assessments, and lead incident investigations to ensure compliance with SHE standards. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in mining or mineral processing and possess relevant qualifications, including SAMTRAC and NQF Level 3-5 in Occupational Health & Safety. This is a 6-month contract position with a competitive salary in the South African mining industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Mining/Mineral Processing projects.
• Strong understanding of Mine Health & Safety Act, OHS Act, and Construction Regulations.
• SACPCMP registration as a Construction Health & Safety (CHS) Practitioner is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Enforce strict safety protocols to ensure Zero Harm on site.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and compliance audits.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective measures.

Skills

Implementation of SHE management systems

Risk assessments

Compliance audits

Education

SAMTRAC Occupational Health & Safety Management Qualification

Occupational Health & Safety / Construction Health & Safety (NQF Level 3-5)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Safety Officer for an urgent placement at Union Concentrator, Mortimer (North-West Province).

• Contract Duration: 6 Months (Fixed-Term)
• Salary: R65,000 R75,000 per month (TCTC)
• Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• SAMTRAC Occupational Health & Safety Management Qualification (or equivalent).
• Occupational Health & Safety / Construction Health & Safety (NQF Level 3-5).
• SACPCMP registration as a Construction Health & Safety (CHS) Practitioner (advantageous).

Experience & Knowledge:

• 10+ years of experience in Mining/Mineral Processing projects.
• Strong understanding of Mine Health & Safety Act, OHS Act, and Construction Regulations.
• Proven ability to implement and maintain SHE management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enforce strict safety protocols to ensure Zero Harm on site.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and compliance audits.
• Ensure pre-employment and exit medicals are conducted for all employees.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure all SHE standards, procedures, and legal requirements are met.
• Drive a safety-first culture by conducting toolbox talks and training sessions.
• Provide detailed monthly SHE reports and liaise with management on safety concerns.
• Ensure subcontractors meet statutory responsibilities under MHSA & OHS Act.
• Serve as the appointed 2.17.1 under MHSA.