Safety Officer - Potgietersrus, South Africa - Epiroc AB
Description
Functional area:
Other
Onsite or Remote:Onsite
Primary Skills:Critical Thinking,Problem-solving,Coaching and Men
Country/Region:ZA
City:Mokopane
Location:Mokopane, LP, ZA
Company name:Epiroc South Africa (Pty)
Ltd
Date of posting:
Feb 20, 2024
Mission:
- Ensure SHEQ Legal, Epiroc Group and Operational compliance and other requirements in all areas of operations and activities for Customer site at Bokoni mine site.
- Manage and implement SHEQ and related processes with compliance and improvement projects with the resultant efficiencies and ultimate financial benefits of the contract and PSD as a whole
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- To lead, assist and advice Safety, Health, Quality and Environmental (SHEQ) functions in a manner that protects the company, employees, customer and assets against losses, injuries, and accidents by the development and enforcement of safe work practices / programs.
- Evaluate and maintain MRS compliance with Epiroc, Mining Legal and Regulatory plus Customer requirements in all areas relevant to SHEQ.
- Perform regular TMM inspections, as required by the customer and all other Inspections
- To carry out a legal appointment on the customer site, as per MHSA/Minerals Act regulation, as applicable Implement and maintain hazard / aspect and risk / impact awareness program / campaign.
- Implement, assist and control internal and external audit processes for areas of responsibility, and report the performance of these audits to Contract Site Manager and Regional SHEQ Specialist on a monthly basis and adhoc basis.
- Implement, assist and control SHEQ risk assessments and make recommendations for improvements as required to the Mine and/or PSD Site Manager.
- Ensure all SHEQ requirements are adhered to, including the issue and effective use of PPE, with the objective of achieving the Mine and/or PSD target of zero fatalities, accidents, incidents and property damages.
- Coordinate, report and control accurate record keeping relating to SHEQ statistics, and participate on incident investigations as and when required.
- Advise, guide and support applicable management to ensure that SHEQ procedures and policies are implemented, operating effectively and that all personnel are fully engaged and trained in the processes.
- Participate in daily / weekly / monthly SHEQ or other meetings and report any SHEQ statistics as required to Site Management and Head Office and Mine/Customer.
- Assist with COID Act (Compensation, Occupation, Injuries and Diseases Act) implementation, reporting and compliance.
- Primary responsible for all customer required legal compliance and related documentation updates on customer software, i.e Passport 360 and Enablon, and all related functions.
Competences, skills, education and experience:
- Three years relevant Mining/Engineering in an mining environment.
- Technical aptitude or trade qualification background an advantage.
- Code B drivers licence
- ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001/OHSAS 18001 Implementation and internal auditing experience advantageous
- Auditors courses for Safety and Risk Control Management
- Risk Assessment Techniques (SWIFT ,HAZOP and FMECA,WRAC and HIRA, etc).
- Good understanding of the MHS Act and Operational Application of Legislation.
- Legal Compliance Auditing experience will be advantageous.
- ITIS/Train the Trainer
- MS Office, Knowledge and Applications
Educational requirements:
- Grade 1
- National Diploma / Certificates (e.g. NOSA / IRCA /Nebosch ) in SHEQ /Other suitable formal National Qualifications.
- COMSOC 1 and II and/or SAMTRAC
- Trade qualification an advantage
Behaviours:
- Good communication skills, ability to converse with all levels effectively.
- Ability to train and motivate people, across all levels
- Good problem solving and analytical skills.
- Strong Organisational skills.
- Attention to detail and leadership qualities.
- Shows initiative and drives continuous improvements
United. Inspired.
Performance unites us, Innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.- In the 150 countries where you can find Epiroc, we encourage our employees to take ownership of their own development and careers with the support from their leaders.- We are committed to give you every opportunity to succeed in a culture of innovation, diversity and collaboration, combined with a caring atmosphere.
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