Safety Officer

 

Recruiter:

Ofentse Human Resource Specialists

Job Ref:

ofen 002

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market-related


SUMMARY:
A Mines Safety Officer is responsible for the safety & health of the employees and other persons (like sub-contractors, visitors etc) on the mine.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Ofentse HR Specialists invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Safety Officer to be placed in  The successful candidate will report to the Risk Coordinator.  

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

  • Sound understanding of client safety systems, policies and procedures
  • Client risk assessment methodologies and principles
  • Understanding of accident / incident techniques
  • Conduct physical condition inspections as per schedule to ensure optimal safety performance management
  • Control and manage the safety and hygiene of the workplace at the project
  • Ensure that the physical visibility of workers is according to the requirements and standards of the respective project/ operating unit at which the project is performed
  • Conduct actual investigations (only damages, MTCs, FACs, near misses and non-conformances) f inalising report and getting signoff and copies of associated docs
  • Co-ordinate the Emergency drills and conduct Internal audit in respective areas

Conducting investigations and recording finding

Minimum requirements

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent Valid Code 08 Drivers'''''''' licence
  • Trade certificate (Section 13)
  • Degree / Diploma in Safety, Risk, Health, Environment, Quality, Hygiene or Training Management (preferred)
  • Engineering Trade Certificate
  • Basic knowledge of mining operations and methods
  • Basic knowledge of relevant safety principles and systems
  • Blasting knowledge
  • Valid First Aid Certificate

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

  • Supervisory experience preferred 
  • 3 years in a relevant engineering field as a Safety Officer in an underground mining environment
  • Understanding of incident and accident techniques
  • Ability to conduct investigation and record findings
  • Hazard identifications skills
  • Problem solving mindset with ability to make recommendation

Basic knowledge of relevant safety principles and system

All appointments will be done in line with our employment equity strategy.

Disclaimer

 

  • The Recruiter may amend, delete or expire jobs at any time without notification.
  • An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview.
  • If you do not receive any feedback on your application within 4 weeks from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessul 

 



 

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