SHEQ Officer

LOCATION: MMG - Khoemacau Copper Mine

CONTRACT TYPE: 5 Year Fixed Term Contract

1. REPORTING LINE

The SHEQ Officer will report to the Khoemacau Site Manager.

2. CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The SHEQ officer’s core purpose will include implementing the SHE Management Systems, SHE standards, enforcing Safety Health and Environment policies, procedures, training employees on safety matters. The SHEQ Officer coordinates and participates in the investigation of incidents, accidents and near misses, audits and conduct Review Contractor Risk Assessment. The SHEQ Officer monitors the implementation of Safe Work Procedures, SHEQ standards and maintains and updates all relevant SHEQ Site administrative duties. The position ensure that the Company and its Contractors comply with the requirements of legislation by monitoring contractor SHE compliance, attendance and reporting at SHE meetings and ensure statutory and regulatory compliance by conducting site audits.

3. SCOPE AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The core responsibilities and accountabilities include:

• Conduct SHE Meetings (plan, scheduled and review)
• Coordinate and facilitate implementation of the Company’s Safety Health and Environment (SHE) strategy
• Conduct, facilitate and coordinate all SHE related inspections
• Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly SHE reports
• Conduct, monitor and report on legal and mandatory SHE training requirements
• Drive implementation of SHE initiatives for the site
• Monitor achievement of the Site Improvement Plan (SIP)
• Be the online SHE systems custodian for the site
• Manage appointment of the various SHE roles for the plant.
• Manage the permit to work, take 5, UOR, and other SHE management system for the site
• Drive the company’s wellness program on site
• Coordinate and participate in the investigation of incidents, accidents and near misses
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly statistics and presentations related to SHE performance
• Report to the Site Manager Non-conformances and corrective action taken.
• Compile and submit investigation reports to the Site Manager and AECI Botswana head office.
• Attend client meetings if and when required on behalf AECI Botswana.
• Investigate the root cause of SHE complaints put forward by staff members, clients and contractors and report the result to the Site Manager

• Ensure regular emergency response exercises and drills are conducted to ensure the highest level of preparedness in any emergency. Maintain records of such drills, providing recommendations for emergency response improvements
• Supervise the regular inspection of firefighting, safety and emergency response equipment at sites and offices.
• Assist in development and implementing of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans on site and offices. Ensure that these plans are reviewed and updated regularly.
• Ensure that the emergency plans are communicated to staff and visitors and update registers on training and induction.
• Provide detailed audit reports with findings. Identify non-conformities and provide corrective action measures to prevent re-occurrence.
• Monitor and review that corrective measures have been implemented.
• Assist in developing all the required documentation, operational checks and reports for the SHE Management System to be compliant with ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards.
• Review and amend standards, specifications, policies and procedures for approval.
• Ensure that employees, contractors and site visitors receive SHE induction at Kick-Off meetings and before entering construction operations
• Monitor contractor performance and work sites by conducting continuous site visits and audits and compiling relevant reports. Escalate matters of continuous non-conformance.
• Establish Safe Work Procedures; Standard Operating Procedures and Safe Work Instructions for tasks as and when required.
• Monitoring the implementation of Safe Work Procedures, Instructions and protocols to determine continuous improvement.
• Compile and maintain safety files and other related relevant files for the site
• Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time-to-time by management
• Review and update the SHE plan

4. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Responsible
• Independent attitude (minimum supervision)
• Teamwork
• Physically fit
• Good work ethic
• Passionate
• Results driven

5. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

The incumbent should have at least the following:

• At least a degree in Safety Health and Environment (SHE) or related field.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a SHE related position preferable in an underground mining environment
• Must be fluent in both Setswana and English
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s Licence
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to plan and organise efficiently – planning skills
• Keen attention to detail and adherence to deadlines
• Ability to prioritize among competing tasks
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Presentation and report writing skills
• Strong initiative and people skills
• Be a Botswana Citizen
• Good understanding of the Explosive Act, Mine Quarries, Works and Machinery Act (MQWM) and other related SHE legislative requirements

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