SHE Officer at Anglo American

Job Description:

As our Safety Officer of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Consistently apply Safety and Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Performance and Delivery
• Perform scheduled physical condition inspections and ensure necessary documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Discuss, document, and provide sign-off for all findings in the logbook.
• Collect information using Isometrix and ensure all previous findings have been closed out.
• Assist in updating the inspection schedule to ensure all inspections are on time.
• Investigate damages, MTCs, FACs, and near misses as required.
• Compile and finalise reports, obtain signoff, and ensure all associated documents are correctly stored and maintained.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure they have been implemented effectively.
• Work with the Section Manager of Safety to complete Red Files and ensure that all necessary information is provided.
• Facilitate the investigation and submission of High Potential Hazards and ensure they are addressed promptly and effectively.
• Support actions on the Safety Improvement Plan (SIP) and ensure all necessary steps are taken to improve workplace safety.
• Actively participate in Safety initiatives such as VFL and STEPS to increase awareness and promote a safety culture.
• Conduct internal audits in respective areas to identify potential safety hazards or risks and take necessary steps to address them.
• Coordinate emergency drills to ensure all employees are prepared and know what to do in an emergency.
• Assist in analysing safety statistics to identify trends and areas for improvement.

This role is in Safety & Sustainable Development (SSD) department on a band 7.8 level reporting to the Section Manager Projects: SHE

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• Relevant National Certificate in Safety Management /Risk Management on NQF5
• Relevant National Diploma in Safety Management /Risk Management on NQF6 Advantageous 
• SA Drivers Licence
• SAMTRAC Certificate
• Certificate of training in OHSAS 18001/45001 System Auditing and or integrated internal auditing

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of experience in daily safety management in a mining and projects environment.
• Real-time problem-solving approach to investigate risks and opportunities that can create practical and value-added safety solutions.
• Expert in conducting investigations and writing detailed reports based on the findings.
• Proficient in computer literacy skills, particularly in MS Office applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Understand standards and recommended practices to ensure compliance with regulations and industry best practices.
• Possesses knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (Act 29 of 1996) and other related legislation and applies this knowledge to ensure compliance and safety in the workplace.