SAFETY OFFICER MINING

SUMMARY:
Rare opportunity to make a difference at a Greenfields Mining Operation.

POSITION INFO:

ROLE OVERVIEW

Position:                              Safety Officer (Mining)

Location:                             KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, South Africa

Environment:                      Greenfields Mining Operation (Processing plants, crushers, screens, conveyors, etc.)

Remuneration:                   R25,000 to R35,000 per month (Commensurate with years’ experience)

Legal Appointment:           Relevant Chapter 2 appointment in terms of the MHSA Regulations

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a dynamic Greenfields mining operation on the KZN South Coast, is seeking a qualified Safety Officer with a strong background in mining and mineral processing environment safety. The role focuses heavily on safety administration, requiring excellent computer literacy and meticulous record-keeping to maintain zero-harm compliance.

The successful incumbent will monitor safety and ensure statutory compliance across mineral processing plants, crusher plants, vibrating screens, conveyor systems, confined spaces, working-at-height activities etc.. You will carry legal responsibility under the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), coordinating safety inspections, managing incident investigations, and providing expert risk advisory services to the business.

TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hazards & Risks:

Identify workplace hazards, conduct dynamic risk assessments, and enforce strict compliance protocols.

• Inspections & Audits:

Coordinate routine safety inspections and facilitate both internal and external safety audits.

• Incident Investigations:

Lead incident/accident investigations, conduct formal inquiries, and compile comprehensive MHSA-compliant reports.

• Safety Administration:

Maintain and update the accident control register, safety databases, and corrective action tracking systems.

• System Compliance:

Implement, monitor, and ensure strict adherence to company safety systems, standards, and emergency preparedness programmes.

• Reporting:

Prepare high-quality reports covering safety audits, legal compliance, safety analysis, and statistical trends.

• Training & Advisory:

Deliver safety systems training and act as a proactive safety and risk advisor to operations.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: Minimum of 3–4 years of operational experience within a mining or heavy mineral processing environment.
• Skills: Good computer skills (MS Office suite) with high administrative competency.
• Legal Knowledge: Good, working knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and its regulations.
• Qualifications: SAMTRAC, a National Diploma in Safety Management, or actively studying towards a relevant qualification (minimum 2nd year completed).
• Certifications: COMSOC 1 and COMSOC 2 are highly advantageous.
• Risk Training: Completed HIRA (Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment) and/or Operational Risk Management training.
• Education: Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
• General: Valid First Aid Certificate, formal Accident Investigation training, and a valid Driver’s Licence.