Safety Officer

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 27.08.2026

CLOSING DATE: 03.09.2026

DEPARTMENT: PROCESSING-SMELTERS

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, SANAS requirements, environmental obligations and laboratory safety management systems while providing assurance over contractors, occupational hygiene, chemical safety, access control, incident management and SHEQ performance reporting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12/NQF level 4 qualification is essential

• Safety Management/Environmental Health/Occupational Hygiene National Diploma/Degree is essential

• SAMTRAC is essential

• COSMOC Level 1 and 2 is essential

• Risk Assessment Training is essential

• Incident Investigation (ICAM or RCAT) is essential

• 1-3 years' work experience in laboratory/mining/processing environment is essential

COMPETENCIES:

• SAP knowledge

• Good communication skills (Fluent in English)

• Excellent Excel, MS Word & PowerPoint skills (Level 3)

• Report writing & minute taking skills

• Analytical skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures compliance with OHS Act and Regulations.

• Coordinates legal appointments.

• Conducts compliance audits.

• Monitors corrective actions.

• Facilitates Department of Employment and Labour inspections.

• Chemical Safety Management: HF management, Lead oxide monitoring, Compressed gas management, Chemical storage inspections, SDS management and Chemical risk assessments.

• Occupational Hygiene: Air quality monitoring, Ventilation effectiveness, Lead exposure monitoring, Noise surveys, Illumination surveys, Heat stress monitoring.

• Laboratory Contractor Management.

• Safety Systems Administration.

• Incident Management.

• Environmental Management.

• Emergency Preparedness.

• Assurance and Reporting.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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