Project Safety Officer (Mining and Construction, Northam)
Pro Personnel · Northam, Limpopo
Overview
Pro Personnel is hiring an experienced Project Safety Officer for a 12 to 18 month site based contract in Northam, Limpopo. If you have a SAMTRAC qualification and over 10 years in mining, construction or EPCM environments, this is your chance to drive Zero Harm on a major project. Immediate to one month start date. Site based role suited to a hands on safety professional who is in good health and ready to work actively on site.
About the role
Pro Personnel Employment Agency is looking for a seasoned Project Safety Officer to join an upcoming site based project in Northam, Limpopo. This is a project based contract running for 12 to 18 months, with an immediate to one month start date.
You will support and monitor site construction activities to make sure they are carried out safely and in line with applicable legislation, project requirements and the goal of Zero Harm. This role suits someone who has worked extensively in mining, construction and EPCM project environments and who can actively support the execution of construction activities on the ground.
Please note:No application instructions or email address were provided in the listing. Check the original PNet advert for details on how to apply. The reference for this position is RTB003206-WN-1.
Requirements
- SAMTRAC Occupational Health and Safety Management Qualification or equivalent
- Occupational Health and Safety or Construction Health and Safety programme at NQF Level 3 to 5
- More than 10 years relevant industry experience, preferably with similar EPCM companies
- In depth knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and Regulations, OHS Act and Construction Regulations
- Experience or ability to be appointed in terms of 2.17.1 of the MHSA
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Must be in good health and able to work actively on site
- Advantageous: SACPCMP registration as a Construction Health and Safety (CHS) Practitioner
- Advantageous: Previous experience at Valterra Platinum and or Sibanye Stillwater
- Advantageous: Previous Concentrator and or Smelter project experience
Responsibilities
- Support and monitor site construction activities to ensure they are executed safely
- Ensure construction activities comply with applicable legislation and project requirements
- Actively drive the project objective of Zero Harm across the site
- Be available for appointment in terms of 2.17.1 of the Mine Health and Safety Act
- Work actively on site and engage with construction teams on safety matters
- Apply in depth knowledge of the MHSA, OHS Act and Construction Regulations in day to day safety management
Job details
- Organisation
- Pro Personnel
- Location
- Northam, Limpopo
- Job type
- Contract
- Experience level
- Senior (10+ years)
- Education
- Certificate
- Category
- Safety & Security
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This is a serious site based safety role, so your application needs to show real depth. Recruiters for a position like this will look closely at your years of experience in mining and construction, not just your qualifications.
Make sure your CV clearly lists your SAMTRAC certificate, your NQF level programme and any SACPCMP registration. If you have worked at Valterra Platinum, Sibanye Stillwater or on concentrator or smelter projects, put that near the top. Those details are listed as advantageous and will help you stand out.
Also mention any experience where you were appointed under 2.17.1 of the MHSA, as this is a key requirement. Since the role starts soon, keep your documents ready and be prepared to demonstrate your knowledge of the OHS Act and Construction Regulations in an interview. Good luck, you have got this.
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