Chief Safety Officer

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants who will effectively manage mine Health and Safety aspects and the Emergency Preparedness procedures of the mine.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Safety Management or equivalent
• SAMTRAC / SHEMTRAC
• COMSOC 1 & 2
• Extensive experience in an integrated Risk Management Programme
• 5 Years' related experience in mining industry
• In depth knowledge of mining legislation
• Valid Code 08 driver's license
• Computer literate

Other Skills / Competencies

• SHE Management systems (OHSAS18001, ISO31001,ISO14001)
• Good interaction, written and verbal communications skills

Job Specification

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Manage Safety and Risk Management
• Provides specialist technical knowledge and advice and resolves related problems
• Ensure personal and co-workers adherence and compliance to relevant acts and company's SHE objectives
• Facilitate and steer the development and implementation of SHE Management Systems, Exposure Control Programs and Measures (ISO 14001, OHSAS) that contributes to a safe and productive environment
• Deliver sound best practice SHE advice to line managers in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and applicable national and international legislation
• Ensure continuous improvement of Risk Registers
• Develops effective working relationships with consultants, IOM and Governmental authorities
• Participates in seminars / forums to keep abreast of developments within the industry
• Work according to the mine Code of Practice
• Budget planning and preparation

Cullinan Diamond Mine is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to appoint. Preference will be given to EE and internal applicants. Pre-screening, profile testing, on mine assessments, medical and se3curity clearances form part of the minimum requirement and selection process. Short listed candidates will be required to attend a panel interview. Employment of the successful candidate is subject to passing on mine induction and the aforementioned criteria.