SHERQ Practitioner

Job Tile: SHERQ Practitioner

Location: Fourways, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Business Unit: SHERQ

Reports To: SHERQ Manager International

Join BME and shape the future of mining.

BME, a division of Omnia Holdings, is a leading global provider of blasting and mining solutions, partnering with customers to improve safety, productivity and sustainability across the mining value chain. Combining advanced blasting technology, digital innovation, explosives and technical expertise, we help mining operations solve complex challenges, optimise performance and unlock value. From open-pit mines to underground operations, our solutions support responsible, efficient mining and enable the critical resources needed to power modern economies.

As part of Omnia Holdings Limited (JSE: OMN), you'll join a global, diversified business operating across the agriculture, mining and chemicals sectors. With operations in 23 countries, customers in more than 40 countries, over 70 distribution centres, and approximately 3,800 employees worldwide, Omnia develops innovative products, technologies and services that support food security, responsible mining and sustainable industrial development. Through science, innovation and collaboration, we help customers use resources more efficiently, solve complex operational challenges and create lasting value for a changing world.

At Omnia, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful challenges, and grow your career in a purpose-led organisation committed to innovation, learning and sustainable impact.

Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future

Role Impact:

This purpose of the SHERQ Practitioner is to complete all internal site audits in line with mine requirements for both surface and underground across all BME sites. Maintain an audit schedule and ensure compliance to that schedule and conduct first party process safety; pump safety and boiler safety audits on a sample basis

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct all internal audits in line with the mine requirements and ensure that all mine contractual safety requirements are being adhered to
• Review SOPs to ensure that it is a true reflection of the activities carried out on the work floor
• Conduct planned job analysis on a sample basis
• Conduct first party pump and boiler safety audits on a sample basis
• Must be able to relieve SHERQ officers during leave or extended sick leave
• Assist site management with process safety implementation and sustainability projects
• Maintain and improve SHERQ management systems and assurance processes across operational sites
• Provide governance, administration and support for SHERQ systems, auditing programmes, document control and compliance management
• Support, coordinate and embed SHERQ governance & compliance, across BME's international operations, ensuring alignment with Group standards, regulatory requirements and best practices across multiple countries
• Effective record management practices across sites and functions within the Omnia document ecosystem
• Evaluation of the effectiveness of procedures written by means of on-site verification and testing using PTO's
• Stakeholder consultations for the upkeep of BME Divisional Procedures

Qualifications:

• Diploma minimum in a technical field (mining, engineering, chemistry) supported by specialist safety certificates or equivalent
• Lead Auditor for ISO (9001/45001) - certification
• Safety management qualification backed by extensive mining experience
• Auditing lead auditor course

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years demonstrated experience in a heavy operational mining environment
• 2 to 3 years demonstrated experience in SHERQ management systems and auditing of such systems
• Process safety background (Advantageous)
• ISO 45000 exposure and auditing (Advantageous)

Key Competencies:

• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to present information in a consistent, organized and accurate way
• Proven ability to work effectively cross-functions
• Ability to communicate in both a verbal and written manner and work effectively across all levels
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions
• Ability to process and analyse high volumes of data
• Ability to develop/write technical reports and presentations
• High capacity to deal with areas of conflicts between various stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal/customer relationship skills required, with the ability to liaise diplomatically and maintain solid business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

A diverse team drives stronger outcomes. At Omnia, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We believe that diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds strengthen our ability to innovate, solve complex challenges and create sustainable value. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates who share our commitment to excellence, collaboration and making a positive impact.

Thank You for your interest

Thank you for considering a career with Omnia. We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. Our Talent Acquisition team carefully reviews every application received. While only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we encourage you to keep exploring future opportunities within the Omnia Group as we continue to grow our teams across agriculture, mining and chemicals. We wish you every success in your career journey and thank you for your interest in being part of our purpose: Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.