Ivanplats is looking for a Chief Safety Officer

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to   develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• National Diploma in Safety / Risk Management or equivalent at NQF Level 6
• COMSOC 1 & 2
• SAMTRAC
• Audit Certification for ISO 9001, 14001 and ISO 45001
• Valid Medical certificate of Fitness
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Proficient in MS Office [Word, Excel]
• Valid EB driver's license

• At least 3 years as a Safety or Risk Officer experience in a similar role in mining
• Understanding of contractor management in a mining environment
• Auditing protocols for contractor management
• Basic knowledge of relevant safety principles and systems
• Hazard identifications skills
• Analytical with sound attention to detail
• Objective, with strong logical reasoning skills
• Observant and perceptive
• Performance and achievement driven.
• Emotionally mature
• Assertive and independent
• Sound interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving mind-set with ability to make recommendation.
• Sound knowledge of Rand Mutual Assurance processes and related employees’ compensation companies
  

• Effective cost control through efficient risk management practices
• Effective self and team management in alignment with Ivanplats values and leadership initiatives
• Effective stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth workflows.
• Effective implementation, monitoring and reporting of all contractors related safety processes.
• Conduct accurate, timely legal audits of contractors’ onboarding and operational files.
• Conduct monthly contractors’ meetings.
• Effective and efficient risk management of employees under your responsibility.
• Proactive risk identification, mitigation, and compliance
  

The finer details:

On-line applications to be forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com or recruitments@ivanplats.com on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Closing date: 10 December 2024

 Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and women. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.