Mine Safety Officer

To prepare and submit daily and collect, log, and transport geological samples to the laboratory, maintaining chain, a mining operation in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga is seeking a Mine Safety Officer.

Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. You will be part of an organisation that invests in its people and its tools. Ready for your next opportunity? Submit your application today.

The operation runs structured shift rosters in line with the Mine Health and Safety Act, and adherence to all safety protocols is non-negotiable.

• Collect, log, and transport geological samples to the laboratory, maintaining chain of custody and following sampling protocols.
• 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.
• Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near misses thoroughly, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Assist with blasting operations including transport, handling, and charging of explosives under certified supervision.
• Monitor ventilation, ground conditions, and environmental factors continuously to ensure a safe underground working environment.

• A valid medical certificate of fitness confirming fitness to work in a mining environment including underground conditions.
• A Grade 12 certificate is the minimum; a relevant mining qualification or blasting certificate is essential for technical roles.
• For geology roles, a bachelor's degree in geology or geoscience and experience with geological modelling and sampling software.
• 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.