200 Environmental Safety jobs in South Africa

Overview

Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Location: Boksburg, ZA — onsite

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The Komatsu Mining hard rock business is looking for an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead the delivery, implementation, and refinement of EHS and Security policies and practices across regional operations and customer sites for the hard rock GHH South Africa business unit based in Boksburg, South Africa . The role, in collaboration with the business, will support the development, implementation and ongoing execution of the EHS strategic plan. They oversee EHS activities to ensure compliance with national, customer, and company standards, and assist in developing and coordinating EHS initiatives. The role involves analyzing and addressing incidents of loss, guiding pollution prevention and waste minimization efforts, and regularly communicating key performance metrics. The EHS Manager reports to the EHS Director, with matrix reporting to the business to ensure alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Additionally, the EHS Manager leads, coaches, and mentors EHS officers and administration to achieve business EHS goals and promote individual employee growth.

• Develop, implement and execute the EHS strategic business plan in collaboration with business partners.
• Lead by demonstrating the required behaviors, attitudes and mindset to further develop the EHS culture.
• Oversee the implementation of EHS initiatives and act as a change agent regarding integration into the core business processes.
• Provide the necessary resources, technical guidance, education, coaching, counseling and mentoring to assist managers, supervisors and employees in the understanding and application of EHS requirements
• Monitor all injury and illness incidents and assist with the organization’s Worker’s Compensation management efforts to effectively reduce costs and other associated negative outcomes (recordability, restricted and/or lost workday classifications), while demonstrating an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement.
• Champion the organizations EHS Policies and Principles.
• Oversee facility Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health initiatives, protocols and best practices.
• Lead program and site internal and I.S.O. audits, provide instruction and assistance to operations and EHS personnel on issues identification, implementation of corrective actions, and documentation of issue closure.
• Support corporate monitoring, record keeping and reporting initiatives to effectively demonstrate compliance with external regulatory requirements and company best practices.
• Ensure environmental compliance with solid and hazardous waste, air emissions, and water quality regulatory requirements, and drive pollution prevention initiatives that help reduce operating costs.
• Participate in the departmental budgeting and planning process. Manage the budget for all areas of responsibility as determined by the hard rock business unit management.
• Develop, implement and execute site security requirements to ensure ongoing safety of staff and property.

• B.S. degree or diploma in Safety, Health and Environmental Management or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years practical EHS experience in the heavy industrial and manufacturing sectors with increasing roles and responsibilities. Mining experience helpful but not required.
• Understanding of I.S.O. environmental and safety programs and auditing practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of all Federal / National / District, OH&S regulations and standards as they relate to General Industry and Mining operations.
• Training expertise in Workplace Hazardous Materials, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and behavioral based safety management are desired.
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation Claims Management and best management practices.
• Experience in leading a small team of EHS professionals.
• Valid passport and drivers license in line with requirement to travel up to 25% of the time to visit other locations in South Africa including customer sites, attend meetings, deliver training seminars, etc. International travel for global meetings and trainings on occasion.
• Strong communication skills in support of building a zero harm culture across the organization.
• Strong computer skills for reporting and program maintenance (Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Teams, Sharepoint).

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

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Applicants must

• Have own liable transport
• Be willing to travel
• Have detailed CV with qualifications and experience
• Be able to implement & administer a health and safety system
• Have at least 5 years’ experience
• Must be able to present training courses

Interested person must have formal qualifications in the following:

• Risk and Hazard Identification
• Health and Safety management
• Environmental system ISO 14001 implementation and auditing
• The Occupational Health and Safety Act

YOU WILL BE TESTED ON YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND LEGISLATION

No telephonic information will be provided and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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Applicants must

• Have own liable transport
• Be willing to travel
• Have detailed CV with qualifications and experience
• Be able to implement & administer a health and safety system
• Have at least 5 years’ experience
• Must be able to present training courses

Interested person must have formal qualifications in the following:

• Risk and Hazard Identification
• Health and Safety management
• Environmental system ISO 14001 implementation and auditing
• The Occupational Health and Safety Act

YOU WILL BE TESTED ON YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS AND LEGISLATION

No telephonic information will be provided and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

EHS Awareness & Competency

Compile and distribute toolbox talks on specific matters and ensure that employees are trained and competent on applicable EHS related topics

Risk Management

Identify and drive identification of safety hazards on site and initiate measures to prevent and/or eliminate identified hazards.

Implementation -Implementation of the EHS Management System by taking part in the following activities:

Design and/or review of internal EHS regulatory documents (policies/procedures/templates) in linewith Legal Legislation andcompnay's Standards for approval.

Co-ordinate roll-out of new and/or reviewed EHS policies and procedures.

Monitoring and evaluation of compliance to Legislation & Company's Safety Standards

Monitor and evaluate compliance of environmental, health & safety activities against policies & procedures, legislative requirements and company's Standards.

Identify deviations in, but not limited to the following: Behaviour, Housekeeping, Plant and Equipment, Safety records, Safety Registers, legislative training requirements.

Conduct incident investigations.

Initiate corrective action on the appropriate platform, reporting to relevant stakeholders and followthrough until closure of Non Conformance Reports.

Contractor Management

Conduct audits on contractor safety files periodically and/or as and when necessary, against the company's EHS specifications to ensure contractor legal compliance.

Co-approve contractor vehicle access, and manage biometric site access for Contractors upon legal compliance approval.

Reporting

Capture and maintain data on various platforms, and ensure that it's correct, complete and up to date and analyse data and report on statistics.

Report on emissions annually.

Administration of EHS Management System

Keep record of all activities conducted and file and maintain legally required documents (soft and hard copies).

Load job cards on SAP and follow up with the maintenance team.

Record, type and circulate minutes of meetings.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Assist with procurement of safety signage/equipment, PPE etc. and process payments accordingly.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in Safety Management or related

EXPERIENCE

3 years'experience in similar role. Manufacturing environment experience is advantageous

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Applicable legislation

Incident investigation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

SAP proficiency

Administration

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organising

Analytical and problem solving

Persuasion & influencing

Collaboration

Conflict handling and Presentation

Between 3 - 5 Years

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The
Key Purpose
of this role is to provide support to operational and line management to ensure the functioning of a comprehensive and professional Occupational Health and Safety System. Ensuring compliance to Safety systems, standards and work practices to achieve targets set for the VPO Safety Pillar and Safety KPI's.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Ensuring compliance to the applicable Occupational Health & Safety Act

• Ensure safety, healthy & environmental legislation compliance.
• Maintains a safe work environment.

To monitor and advise on the implementation of the Safety VPO Pillar in the plant and associated wet depot / warehouse

• Ensure requirements of all Blocks of the Safety Pillar are implemented.
• Performs Safety monitoring and audits.

Ensure workplace hazards are identified and communicated to all staff

• Performs Risk assessments as per the VPO Standards
• Ensures all employees are aware of all work hazards & all control measures.
• Ensures Safety Incidents and observations are identified, reported and closed.

Track leading Safety KPI's and support interventions to improve

• Ensures all Safety Incidents and Observations are captured in Credit360.
• Ensures optimum use of Safety App. to raise Safety Incidents and Observations

Promote awareness of occupational safety and the VPO Safety programme

• Leads organised and participates in World Safety Day/Week activities.
• Shares relevant safety alerts with operational teams.
• Uses dashboards to drive improvement in safety performance.

Conduct investigations into incidents together with line managers identifying root cause and proposing both corrective and preventative actions

• Identified Root causes and agree systemic loop closure action plans
• Maintains updated records of all incidents in Credit 360
• Develops and shares safety Alerts

Ensure induction of both employees and contractors take place in accordance with standards

• New employee, service providers and Contractor Safety training and awareness.

Ensure the safe execution of capex projects and support safe work practices where required

• Safety during project execution

Drive closure of investigations, safety gaps and legal compliance in the plant:

• Continuous improvement in Safety performance
• Reduction/elimination of safety incidents/Injuries

Ensure the site is adequately secured and the contracted security provider complies with standards

• Prevention of damage or loss of assets
• Contractors and service providers safety managed

Identify safety and legal training needs, conduct training, arrange and co-ordinate where required:

• Improve employees Safety Pillar Knowledge
• Mandatory training provided to all employees to ensure as per VPO Safety Pillar VPO

Develop and maintain documentation such as SOP's, as well as maintenance of manuals, policies and procedures as related to safety:

• Safety systems maintained

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Safety Management/ relevant qualificational
• 12 months on the job training
• Posses qualification in Safety Legal compliance
• 2-3 Years as Safety Facilitator or equivalent position

Additional Information:

• Band: VIII

AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in-line with AB InBev employment equity plan and talent requirements. We are a company that promotes gender equality.

Overview

QA & EHS Coordinator (Fixed-Term Contract) – manages the implementation of QA & EHS processes, policies and procedures across various projects ensuring compliance with the Legislature (OHAS Act), company requirements, SOPs, and client standards and objectives.

• EHS vetting of contractors (manage their qualifications) to ensure compliance before they perform work for clients.
• Conduct internal and external EHS & QA spot checks and site audits, keep records of, and report on quality performance and audit findings, ensuring findings are addressed.
• Participate in project induction training and quality training to promote safety awareness.
• Apply The 4-Stage, 16-Step QA Methodology.
• Incident investigation and corrective action.
• Identify and Resolve Risk issues and Quality Issues.
• Implement Continuous Improvement via our Quality Policy (Customer-Centric, Process-Based & Financial Operation Supporting).

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant descipline
• Experience in QA and EHS management in the telecommunications or engineering industries.
• In-Depth Knowledge of OHAS Act, EHS regulations, and QM principles.
• Strong skills and proven experience in communication & reporting (to stakeholders and cross-functional teams), conducting audits, PM methodologies and QM systems.

1. QA & EHS Coordinator (Fixed-Term Contract)

Manage the Implementation of QA & EHS Process, Policies and Procedures across various Projects ensuring compliance to Legislature (OHAS Act), Company requirements and SOPs , and Client standards and Objectives.

EHS Vetting of Contractors (manage their qualifications) to ensure compliance before they perform work for clients.
Conduct Internal and External EHS & QA Spot Checks and Site Audits , keep records of , and Report on Quality Performance and Audit findings, making sure that findings are addressed.
Participate in project induction training and quality training to promote safety awareness.
Apply The 4-Stage, 16-Step QA Methodology.

Incident investigation and corrective action.
Identify and Resolve Risk issues and Quality Issues .
Implement Continuous Improvement via our Quality Policy (Customer-Centric, Process-Based & Financial Operation Supporting).

Requirements:
Degree or Diploma in a relevant descipline
Experience in QA and EHS management in the telecommunications or engineering industries.

In-Depth Knowledge of OHAS Act, EHS regulations, and QM principles.
Strong skills and Proven experience in Communication & Reporting (To Stakeholders and Cross-Functional Teams), Conducting Audits , PM methodologies and QM systems.