Chief Ventilation Officer

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To plan & manage ventilation at business unit level.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:Chamber of Mines Certificate in Mine Environmental Control (NQF 6) is essential.Other relevant certificate of competency in Occupational Hygiene or relevant field will be advantageous.A minimum 3 years working experience in a Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene Department is essential.Must have a valid medical certificate or be medically fit in order to obtain such a certificate.COMPETENCIES:Good technical reporting writing skills is essential.Plan & design skills of ventilation systems is essential.Asset management system implementation skills is essential.Project management skills is desirable.Sound knowledge and experience in the planning, design and optimisation of underground ventilation systems is essential.Sound knowledge and experience in underground flammable gas management is essential.Sound knowledge and experience in underground fire prevention, detection and suppression management is essential.Sound knowledge and experience in managing occupational hygiene programmes and systems is essential.Sound knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Regulations is essential.Knowledge and experience in operational risk assessment is essential.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:Ensure the effective planning, design and optimisation of ventilation and occupational hygiene systems to ensure a healthy and safe working environment and to sustain the business.Ensure the effective management to prevent underground fire and flammable gas incidents.Provide input into an effective emergency preparedness and response programme.Periodic revision of the ventilation and occupational hygiene risk assessments and standards.Ensure alignment with the industry best practice in terms of technical standards and strategies.Ensure proper asset and cost management mechanisms are implemented and maintained.Ensure a sustainable workforce by attracting, developing, and retaining critical skills and adhering to best practice people management principles.
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