Senior Safety Officer

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Senior Safety Officer, D1

Seriti, New Denmark Colliery, Mpumalanga

Internal & External

Ref no: NDC064/26GS

Closing date: 19 August 2026

The role:

The purpose of this role is to guide and manage all Safety and Risk tasks and functions for the Operation, and to maintain and update the Safety and Risk practices and ensure full legal compliance in terms of the MHSA for the business unit and Seriti. This role is also responsible for the reporting and governance of Safety and Risk data.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Monitor and manage implementation of Seriti Safety and Risk related standards at the operation
• Facilitate the implementation of and sustaining the Seriti Safety Strategy
• Successful candidate will carry a legal appointment (2.17.4) and be accountable for maintaining relationships with the regulators
• Provide Safety leadership for the Operational team, reviewing data for leading indicators and adopting strategies to address identified undesired trends
• Conduct and facilitate ICAMs, risk assessments and general Safety and Risk audits and inspections on site
• Responsible for timeous and accurate Risk and Safety reporting to relevant internal stakeholders and external authorities
• To monitor compliance to set legal requirements for the operation
• Provide reports to peers and subordinates to act on shared learnings or findings for compliance

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Safety Management
• 5 years’ experience as a legally appointed Safety Officer and at least 1 year in middle management position
• Experience in conducting general Safety and Risk audits and facilitating risk assessments is essential
• Comprehensive understanding of related legislation and reporting requirements is essential
• Good understanding of Operational Safety and Risk Management processes
• Experience in the ICAM methodology of accident investigation
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite & SAP is essential
• Valid driver's license (Code 8 minimum) is essential
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous:

• Extensive experience in the Coal mining industry within the safety discipline
• Trade and/or Mine Overseer ticket
• Blasting Certificate
• COMSOC 1 & 2
• Experience in mining, engineering or metallurgy
• Risk Management Training
• Knowledge of Safety Management systems – Isometrix and HSEC Online

Please note:

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• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver’s license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only