Mine Safety Officer

We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Mine Safety Officer to join our operations team in Brits.

The business promotes from within wherever possible, opening doors over time. You will join a close-knit team that values reliability and mutual respect. People here are straightforward, supportive, and proud of what they do. If that sounds like you, we would be glad to receive your application.

• Monitor ventilation, ground conditions, and environmental factors continuously to ensure a safe underground working environment.
• Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses thoroughly, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production and safety reports detailing achievements, incidents, and concerns.
• Assist with blasting operations including transport, handling, and charging of explosives under certified supervision.
• Supervise mining crew activities to ensure production is carried out according to the mining plan within approved safety parameters.
• Conduct daily workplace inspections before each shift to identify hazards and ensure the working area is safe.
• Operate mining equipment such as drill rigs, continuous miners, roof bolters, and loaders safely per operating procedures.

• A Grade 12 certificate is the minimum; a relevant mining qualification or blasting certificate is essential for technical roles.
• A valid medical certificate of fitness confirming fitness to work in a mining environment including underground conditions.
• Thorough knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations governing mining operations in South Africa.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience in the mining industry with specific experience in the relevant mining method.
• For supervisory roles, a Mine Overseer's Certificate of Competency or Shift Boss Certificate from the relevant mining authority.