Senior Health & Safety Lead, Mining Operations

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to oversee safety protocols for mining operations near Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead the safety team, drive risk controls, and ensure regulatory compliance across all sites.

The role requires expertise in occupational health and safety in high-risk environments, strong leadership, and a proactive safety culture. Occasional travel to operational sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Professional registration (e.g., SAMTRAC, NOSHCOM) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain health and safety management systems across mining operations.
• Lead the safety team and mentor staff at site.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, and implement control measures.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; report findings and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety training for employees and contractors.
• Engage with regulators and internal stakeholders on safety matters.
• Monitor KPIs and report safety performance to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

HSE Management

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Stakeholder Liaison

Safety Software

Education

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Safety software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to oversee safety protocols for mining operations near Soweto, Gauteng. You will lead the safety team, drive risk controls, and ensure regulatory compliance across all sites.

The role requires expertise in occupational health and safety in high-risk environments, strong leadership, and a proactive safety culture. Occasional travel to operational sites is expected.