Safety officer mining
SAFETY OFFICER MINING
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:
- Inspections & Audits:
- Incident Investigations:
- Safety Administration:
- System Compliance:
- Reporting:
- Training & Advisory:
Deliver safety systems training and act as a proactive safety and risk advisor to operations.
INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Experience: Minimum of 34 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 Drivers Licence.