The successful candidates in these permanent positions will be based in Middleburg and Kathu respectively and will be responsible for:
Consistent attainment of financial objectives.
Plan, direct, supervise and coordinate work activities of direct reports.
Performing occupational hygiene surveys, field visits and inspections as part of duties or as a supervisor to junior staff.
Interpreting the analytical results and contributes to making the appropriate recommendations to staff / client(s).
Maintaining the quality management system that is in place.
Validating and signing off reports that are technically accurate and of a professional standard.
Certifies that field equipment is handled with care and returned to the office in good condition, minimising monetary loss to the company.
Continuously stays updated on the latest advancements in occupational hygiene, accomplishing this through a thorough review of relevant professional literature and active participation in scientific conferences and meetings.
Provide solutions that deliver high value and that are implemented and supported by the team with high technical proficiency and creditability recognised by customers.
Responsible for performance contracting and management of resources.
Adheres to the specific health and safety policies and procedures of the client where work is performed.
Responsible for training resources (ensuring relevant courses are booked, updating staff on latest trends, compliance requirements, etc).
Responsible for strategically managing personnel in alignment with the company's required skills and industry trends. Ensuring that they are effectively utilised to achieve business objectives. Specifically, recruitment, retention, training and career path development.
Markets services to new / existing clients.
SANAS: Only for hygienist as technical signatory.
Accept responsibility for the contents (i.e., results and/or measurements) of the report which he/she is signing or authorising. He/she must:
Have sufficient current knowledge of the method used, as well as the objectives of the inspection.
Assess and interpret the data.
Authorise results or measurements, completes all necessary checks as required by the management system to ensure the quality of the results.
Have an in-depth knowledge of all SANAS requirements relating to accreditation / compliance, including those specified in any accreditation standard, guide, regulation and/or any IAF/ILAC mandatory document which applies to the organisation, and those specific to the responsibilities of technical signatories and to the scope of accreditation; and
Be conversant and up to date with the quality management system implemented within the organisation.
Specific Requirements:
Must have relevant NQF 7 occupational hygiene qualification.
Must have knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (29 of 1996).
Must have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993 as amended) and all relevant Regulations, Guidelines, Codes of Practices, etc.
Must be in possession of a Legal Knowledge certificate.
Practical and Intermediate certificate in Mine Environmental Control will be an advantage.
Must be certified by the Professional Certification Committee of the Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) as an Occupational Hygienist.
Must have at least 2-4 years working experience in the occupational hygiene space of which 1-2 years experience must be as a Project or Client Manager.
Must have own vehicle and valid drivers license.
Must be willing to relocate.
