Safety Manager

SUMMARY:
Our Client is looking for a Safety Manager to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose To develop, implement, and enforce health & safety systems to ensure: Legal compliance Zero harm environment Safe production Key Responsibilities Safety Management System (SMS) Develop and implement the mine’s Safety Management System Ensure compliance with: Mine Health and Safety Act Regulations from Department of Mineral Resources and Energy Maintain safety policies, procedures, and standards Legal Compliance & Audits Ensure full compliance with: MHSA Codes of Practice (COPs) Prepare for: DMRE inspections External audits Conduct internal safety audits Risk Management Lead: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) Continuous risk assessments Implement controls and monitor effectiveness Incident Management Investigate: Accidents Near-misses Dangerous occurrences Compile reports in line with MHSA requirements Implement corrective and preventive actions Training & Safety Culture Develop safety training programs Conduct toolbox talks and inductions Promote a strong safety culture across the mine Contractor & Workforce Safety Ensure contractors comply with mine safety standards Monitor workforce compliance with PPE and procedures Emergency Preparedness Develop emergency response plans Conduct drills (fire, evacuation, etc.) Coordinate with rescue teams Reporting & KPIs Track and report: LTIFR (Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate) TRIFR Safety leading indicators Present reports to management Occupational Health & Compliance Tracking Monitor: Medical fitness certificates Driver licences / competency certificates Ensure employees are fit for duty Minimum Requirements Qualifications Degree / Diploma in: Safety Management Mining Engineering (advantage) COMSOC 1 & 2 (or equivalent) Experience 5–10 years in mining safety At least 3 years in a supervisory/management role Certifications (Advantage) SAMTRAC ISO 45001 knowledge Blasting certificate (optional depending on mine) Key Competencies Strong knowledge of MHSA Leadership & communication Incident investigation skills Risk management expertise Attention to detail KPIs (Performance Indicators) Zero fatalities Reduction in LTIs Audit compliance score Training completion rate Incident closure time