Safety Officer - Venetia Mine

REDPATH MINING; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Safety Officer to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in an underground mining environment. Candidates must have a matric certificate, relevant safety qualifications, and at least 3 years of experience in the mining sector. The role includes conducting inspections, facilitating incident investigations, and maintaining safety procedures. Position is based in Limpopo, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an underground Mining Environment.
• Must meet Client requirements in terms of security clearance.
• Good knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act and Mining Industry Codes of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform the roles and responsibilities of the Safety Officer as required by the MHSA.
• Conduct Safety Officer inspections and generate reports.
• Facilitate the investigation of SHE incidents.

Skills

Computer literate (Proficient in MS Office)

Effective collaboration

Self-management

Emergency preparedness and response management knowledge

Education

Matric certificate/ equivalent

Relevant Safety Qualifications (COMSOC, SAMTRAK, NEBOSH Or Equivalent)

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Matric certificate/ equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Computer literate (Proficient in MS Office, word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Must be a South African and reside within Blouberg or Musina Municipality
• Must be medically fit to work underground
• Must meet Client requirements in terms of security clearance etc.

Relevant Safety Qualifications (COMSOC, SAMTRAK, NEBOSH Or Equivalent)

• Blasting certificate / valid Trade Test will be a distinct advantage

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an underground Mining Environment.
• Previous experience in conventional, trackless, and inclined development ends.
• Experience conducting Safety Officer inspections.
• Experience in participating in and/or leading incident investigations through ICAM or other relevant investigation techniques.
• Good knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act and Mining Industry Codes of Practice.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and preparing associated safe operating procedures.
• Emergency preparedness and response management knowledge and experience.
• Effective Collaborator and Self-Management

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform roles and responsibilities of the Safety Officer as required by the MHSA and Redpath/ Client requirements.
• Conduct Safety Officer inspections and generate and upload the relevant reports
• Facilitate the investigation of SHE incidents.
• Assist with the maintenance of relevant procedures.
• Communicate Health and Safety Awareness and Campaigns and on the job coaching of legislative and procedural requirements
• Attend meetings with relevant Management as required.
• Assist with maintenance of ISO system.