SHEQ Coordinator

Introduction

This position will be based at the Phola Plant close to Ogies in Mpumalanga.

Description

The purpose of this position is to implement, maintain and monitor adherence to the Minopex SHEQ Management System to ensure compliance with the site, client-specific and legislative requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

SHEQMS Implementation and Maintenance:

• Implement and maintain the Minopex SHEQ Management system on-site in line with corporate and statutory requirements.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with the SHEQMS and ensure site-wide awareness of the system.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SHEQ documentation and submit required reports to relevant stakeholders.

Legal Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with all legal requirements, including the right to stop unsafe work.
• Monitor adherence to applicable sections of the applicable legislation.
• Coordinate and manage all legal appointments as per the applicable legislation.

Risk and Hazard Management:

• Facilitate and oversee Risk Assessments (Baseline, IBRA and continuous risk assessments)
• Identify hazards and ensure effecive mitigateion measures are implemented.
• Maintain a risk register and ensure it is reviewed and updated regularly.

Inspections, Audits, and Monitoring:

• Conduct regular inspections of plant, equipment, and workplace conditions and report findings with preventative or corrective action recommendations.
• Participate in and facilitate internal and external SHEQ audits.
• Monitor site performance against legal and organizational standards and identify areas for improvement.

Incident and Injury Management:

• Manage the full incident investigation process, including injury reporting, root cause analysis, and documentation.
• Ensure that incidents are reported and investigated within the prescribed legal timeframes and company policies.
• Driver corrective actions and monitor their implementation and effectiveness.

Contractor and Access control Compliance:

• Ensure contractor SHE files meet compliance standards before granting site access.
• Monitor contractor adherence to SHEQ requirements throughout the project or contract lifecycle.

Policy, Procedures, and Documentation:

• Coordinate the development, review, and approval of all site-specific operational SHEQ procedures.

Qualification Requirement

• Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification registered at NQF Level 4, including relevant NATED courses (e.g., N3 Certificate) where applicable.
• National Diploma in Safety Management or related SHEQ qualification.
• Health and Safety Management Certification (I.e., SAMTRAC/ COMSOC/ NEBOSH, etc.).
• Incident Investigation Competency (ICAM, RCAT, etc).
• Risk Management (HIRA).
• Sound knowledge of MHSA, OHSA, and relevant SANS/ISO standards.

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in mining or industrial safety.
• Legal Liability Training.
• ISO 9001 Quality Management Internal Auditor Training will be an advantage.
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management Internal Auditor Training will be an advantage.
• ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems Auditor Training will be an advantage.
• Full Computer literacy in MS Office.
• Strong PowerPoint Presentation report-writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license code B, EB or C1.
• High attention to detail and analytical ability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.