Senior Manager - S&RD

BoF Careers; Musina; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Safety and Risk Manager for Venetia Mine in Limpopo, South Africa. The role involves implementing SHE legislation, coordinating risk management, and developing safety systems. Applicants must have a degree in Safety and Risk or related fields and at least 8-10 years of managerial experience in a mining environment. This position is critical for ensuring the highest safety standards and compliance with legal requirements.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8-10 years operational Safety, Health and Risk experience at a managerial level.
• Experience working at a large mine with an extensive footprint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategies for improvement in Safety, Health and Risk performance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the Safety and Health management programme.
• Design and implement risk management systems.

Skills

Safety and Risk analysis

Team collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Recognised Degree in Safety and Risk / Mining / Engineering (NQF 7)

Job description

Job Description

The purpose of the role is to manage the implementation, application and monitoring of SHE legislation and standards for the broader Venetia Mine, in accordance with the Group's strategic objectives.

Your Role Will

• Deliver strategies for a step-change in performance across the Safety, Health and Risk areas.
• Coordinate risk management in respect of all operations of the mine, provided that the relevant appointed persons, appointed in terms of the MHSA are responsible for the implementation of the risk management programme.
• Develop and manage integrated Safety, Health and Risk management systems to ensure achievement of objectives, by establishing and implementing approved short, medium- and long-term plans, aligned to the company's strategic business goals.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the Safety, Health and Risk management programme, including training and awareness.
• Identify strategic levers and opportunities to enhance the participation of management in achieving the company's Safety and Health goals.
• Revise Safety and Health standards and required documentation on an ongoing basis to ensure compliance to current legislations.
• Ensure Plans are developed to fully optimize and sustain internal safety systems.
• Keep abreast of developments within the industry and legal environment and determine the impact of changes and align with policy development and strategy amendments
• Ensure the required assessments, audits and inspections both internally and externally to enhance best practice
• Review and analyse available resources and resource efficiencies to ensure available capacity to support the operation.
• Design and implement programmes to enable Venetia to identify high risk exposures to property, legal liability and personal losses.
• Develop, manage and implement a risk management system, that includes new projects and advise and ensure compliance with Safety, Health and Risk Management factors and legislation. The system must ensure that risk mediators are implemented that comply with applicable insurance standards and current legislation.
• Provide guidance on Safety, Health and Risk related matters, including hazard/aspect identification, risk assessment/management and risk/impact control, with emphasis on the management of long-term risk.
  
  

Qualifications

• Recognised Degree in Safety and Risk / Mining / Engineering (NQF 7) combined with practical experience.
• Registration with a South African professional institution would be advantageous.
• A minimum of 8-10 years operational Safety, Health and Risk experience at a managerial level.
• Experience working at a large mine with an extensive footprint preferably, Underground, Surface and Plant experience.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Understands Safety and Risk resources, risks and opportunities and applies this knowledge to pre-empt and manage issues and to create solutions
• Applies tools and techniques to identify the key factors that contribute to risk and harm. Empowers line management to contribute to risk management
• Work with diverse teams and sensitive to local social, political and cultural realities
• Well-developed relationship building with key stakeholders to achieve required outcomes
• Applies audit processes and activities to analyse data in order to identify and escalate risks
  
  

Safety & Risk Department Structure

Senior Manager - Safety & Risk (GBF 5)

Leads The Department And Oversees The Following Key Roles

• Emergency Management Services Specialist (GBF 6)
• Environmental Manager (GBF 6)
• Occupational Health Specialist (GBF 6)
• Risk & Permitting Manager (GBF 6)
• Occupational Hygienist (GBF 6)
• Venetia Nature Reserve Manager (GBF 6)
• Safety Manager (GBF 6)
• Safety & Health Representative (GBF 7)
  
  

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications

Additional Information

Who We Are: De Beers Group

Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world's leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.

We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.

We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. We're constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it ‘Building Forever' - it's fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.

Values

Put Safety First- We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.

Be Passionate- We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.

Pull Together- Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.

Build Trust- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish

Show we Care- The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.

Shape the Future- We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria

This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate

Closing date:28 July 2025