Safety Officer

Job description

PURPOSE

This exciting opportunity exists to implement and maintain the Fraser Alexander SHEQ management systems to effectively manage Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality-related risks within the area of responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy, Targets, Objectives, and Goals

Ensure that the current SHE policies are displayed in all operational areas.

Comply with the objectives, goals, and targets set by the company and the client.

Assist the Business Unit manager in establishing annual SHEQ targets and objectives for each business unit.

Ensure that all employees are made aware of policies, targets, objectives, and goals.

Legal Aspects / Requirements

Ensure company practices comply with legal and other requirements within the risk management domain.

Provide ongoing reports on legislative and other amendments relevant to the risk domain and ensure compliance as required.

Ensure the submission of all applicable statutory documents.

Ensure that all employees are made aware of the latest legislative requirements.

Ensure that the necessary legal and other appointments are made and maintained within the area of responsibility.

Advise management/appointees of their roles, responsibilities, and duties in terms of risk management.

Establish a working relationship with regulatory bodies (ZEMA, MSD, etc.).

Risk Assessment

Ensure that the necessary risk assessments and action plans are compiled, maintained, and reviewed where needed.

Assist and advise operational staff in meeting the requirements of the risk management process.

Conduct risk awareness sessions in each audit area.

Advise management on the risk status of the Business Unit.

Incident and Accident Investigations

Ensure incidents are reported, investigated, and recorded on SHEQX in compliance with Fraser Alexander’s Incident Management Procedure and client procedures.

Ensure corrective actions are implemented and lessons learned are shared across the division.

Audits and Inspections

Perform inspections on the physical conditions of the TSF.

Regularly perform risk audits according to company and client requirements.

SHEQ Training

Participate in the company’s training initiatives to improve employees’ understanding of the risk management systems.

Assist in managing training interventions to ensure all employees acquire the necessary skills to competently perform their roles with minimal risk.

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate

Diploma/Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety/ COMSOC 1 & 2 (or country-specific equivalent)

ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ICAM Training

SHEQ management systems

EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience in mining/construction/tailings environment.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Medically fit as per company standards.

Strong knowledge and understanding of the legislation, standards, and bylaws applicable to SHEQ in the country of operation, along with related internal policies and procedures.

Strategic planning, organisation, leadership, and control.

Effective communication skills (both written and verbal).

PURPOSE

This exciting opportunity exists to implement and maintain the Fraser Alexander SHEQ management systems to effectively manage Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality-related risks within the area of responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy, Targets, Objectives, and Goals

Ensure that the current SHE policies are displayed in all operational areas.

Comply with the objectives, goals, and targets set by the company and the client.

Assist the Business Unit manager in establishing annual SHEQ targets and objectives for each business unit.

Ensure that all employees are made aware of policies, targets, objectives, and goals.

Legal Aspects / Requirements

Ensure company practices comply with legal and other requirements within the risk management domain.

Provide ongoing reports on legislative and other amendments relevant to the risk domain and ensure compliance as required.

Ensure the submission of all applicable statutory documents.

Ensure that all employees are made aware of the latest legislative requirements.

Ensure that the necessary legal and other appointments are made and maintained within the area of responsibility.

Advise management/appointees of their roles, responsibilities, and duties in terms of risk management.

Establish a working relationship with regulatory bodies (ZEMA, MSD, etc.).

Risk Assessment

Ensure that the necessary risk assessments and action plans are compiled, maintained, and reviewed where needed.

Assist and advise operational staff in meeting the requirements of the risk management process.

Conduct risk awareness sessions in each audit area.

Advise management on the risk status of the Business Unit.

Incident and Accident Investigations

Ensure incidents are reported, investigated, and recorded on SHEQX in compliance with Fraser Alexander’s Incident Management Procedure and client procedures.

Ensure corrective actions are implemented and lessons learned are shared across the division.

Audits and Inspections

Perform inspections on the physical conditions of the TSF.

Regularly perform risk audits according to company and client requirements.

SHEQ Training

Participate in the company’s training initiatives to improve employees’ understanding of the risk management systems.

Assist in managing training interventions to ensure all employees acquire the necessary skills to competently perform their roles with minimal risk.

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate

Diploma/Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety/ COMSOC 1 & 2 (or country-specific equivalent)

ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ICAM Training

SHEQ management systems

EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience in mining/construction/tailings environment.

SKILLS, QUALITIES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Medically fit as per company standards.

Strong knowledge and understanding of the legislation, standards, and bylaws applicable to SHEQ in the country of operation, along with related internal policies and procedures.

Strategic planning, organisation, leadership, and control.

Effective communication skills (both written and verbal).