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SafetyCloud HSE Mining Auditor & Consultant ( South Africa) at SafetySA
SafetySA
October 15, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Responsibilities
Statutory and Compliance Auditing
Conduct comprehensive HSE audits to assess compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
Evaluate alignment with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), NOSA requirements, and associated regulations.
Verify implementation and effectiveness of HSE management systems and controls.
Identify areas of non-conformance, improvement opportunities, and best practices.
Prepare detailed audit reports and corrective action recommendations.
Monitor the implementation and close-out of audit findings.
HSE Consulting and Management System Development
Design, develop, implement, and review integrated HSE Management Systems.
Align management systems with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, NOSA, and relevant industry requirements.
Develop policies, procedures, standards, work instructions, and compliance frameworks.
Provide specialist consulting support on HSE governance and operational compliance.
Assist clients with certification readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support change management and implementation of new compliance requirements.
Risk Management and Advisory Services
Facilitate Section 11 baseline, issue-based, and continuous risk assessments.
Develop and review risk registers and risk management strategies.
Compile and maintain Codes of Practice (COPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and site-specific risk management frameworks.
Conduct risk evaluation workshops with operational and management teams.
Provide practical recommendations to reduce operational and environmental risks.
Support clients in maintaining effective risk management programmes.
Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Lead and facilitate incident investigations relating to safety, health, environmental, and operational events.
Apply recognised methodologies such as ICAM, TapRooT, BowTie, or equivalent investigation techniques.
Identify root causes, contributing factors, and preventative measures.
Develop corrective and preventative action plans.
Compile professional investigation reports for management and regulatory purposes.
Support clients during regulatory investigations and inquiries where required.
Stakeholder Management and Client Engagement
Build and maintain professional relationships with clients across the mining industry.
Provide expert advisory services to management, supervisors, and HSE teams.
Present audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Facilitate engagement with Mine Health and Safety Committees and management structures.
Mentor and coach site-based HSE personnel to improve compliance and operational performance.
Act as a trusted advisor on HSE and risk management matters.
Mining Environment and Commodity Specialisation
Provide consulting services across underground, open-cast, processing plant, and associated mining environments.
Adapt HSE strategies and recommendations according to site-specific operational risks.
Evaluate hazards relating to ventilation, rock engineering, mobile equipment, processing operations, chemical management, and environmental impacts.
Support operations across various commodities including coal, gold, platinum group metals (PGMs), iron ore, diamonds, and base metals.
Ensure compliance solutions remain practical, sustainable, and operationally effective.
Reporting Processes
Prepare detailed audit reports and consulting assessments.
Compile monthly and project-specific progress reports.
Maintain accurate records of audits, investigations, risk assessments, and client engagements.
Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and strategic planning processes.
Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with governance and compliance requirements.
Requirements
Qualifications
National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Mining Engineering, Risk Management Or a related technical discipline
Additional postgraduate qualifications will be advantageous.
Certifications
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification.
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Certification.
SAMTRAC Certification.
COMSOC 1 and COMSOC 2 certifications.
Formal certification in incident investigation methodologies such as:
ICAM
TapRooT
Equivalent recognised methodologies
Experience
Minimum 5-8 years' experience within the South African mining industry.
Proven experience in HSE auditing, consulting, or management.
Experience across underground, open-cast, and mineral processing environments.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing HSE Management Systems.
Experience conducting formal incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Proven experience facilitating risk assessments and compliance reviews.
Experience engaging with senior operational and executive stakeholders.
Skills
Excellent auditing and analytical skills.
Strong report-writing and business communication skills.
Advanced incident investigation capabilities.
Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and reporting platforms.
Knowledge
Extensive knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
Extensive knowledge of NEMA and environmental compliance requirements.
Knowledge of Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) requirements and guidelines.
Understanding of NOSA systems and methodologies.
Advanced knowledge of risk management principles and practices.
Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
Understanding of occupational hygiene, environmental management, and mining operational risks.
Knowledge of mining processes and hazards across multiple commodities.
Medical and Fitness Requirements
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Mine Medical Certificate of Fitness (Red Ticket).
Physically fit to work in underground and surface mining environments.
Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and operational mine sites.
Ability to walk long distances and navigate uneven terrain.
Must successfully pass occupational health, hearing, and vision assessments where required.
Other Requirements
Valid driver's licence.
Own reliable vehicle.
Willingness to travel extensively across South Africa and neighbouring regions.
Ability to work at remote mining operations when required.
High degree of professional ethics and values aligned with:
Integrity
Courage
Care
Passion
Innovation
Accountability
Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates
Statutory and Compliance Auditing
Conduct comprehensive HSE audits to assess compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
Evaluate alignment with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), NOSA requirements, and associated regulations.
Verify implementation and effectiveness of HSE management systems and controls.
Identify areas of non-conformance, improvement opportunities, and best practices.
Prepare detailed audit reports and corrective action recommendations.
Monitor the implementation and close-out of audit findings.
HSE Consulting and Management System Development
Design, develop, implement, and review integrated HSE Management Systems.
Align management systems with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, NOSA, and relevant industry requirements.
Develop policies, procedures, standards, work instructions, and compliance frameworks.
Provide specialist consulting support on HSE governance and operational compliance.
Assist clients with certification readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support change management and implementation of new compliance requirements.
Risk Management and Advisory Services
Facilitate Section 11 baseline, issue-based, and continuous risk assessments.
Develop and review risk registers and risk management strategies.
Compile and maintain Codes of Practice (COPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and site-specific risk management frameworks.
Conduct risk evaluation workshops with operational and management teams.
Provide practical recommendations to reduce operational and environmental risks.
Support clients in maintaining effective risk management programmes.
Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Lead and facilitate incident investigations relating to safety, health, environmental, and operational events.
Apply recognised methodologies such as ICAM, TapRooT, BowTie, or equivalent investigation techniques.
Identify root causes, contributing factors, and preventative measures.
Develop corrective and preventative action plans.
Compile professional investigation reports for management and regulatory purposes.
Support clients during regulatory investigations and inquiries where required.
Stakeholder Management and Client Engagement
Build and maintain professional relationships with clients across the mining industry.
Provide expert advisory services to management, supervisors, and HSE teams.
Present audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Facilitate engagement with Mine Health and Safety Committees and management structures.
Mentor and coach site-based HSE personnel to improve compliance and operational performance.
Act as a trusted advisor on HSE and risk management matters.
Mining Environment and Commodity Specialisation
Provide consulting services across underground, open-cast, processing plant, and associated mining environments.
Adapt HSE strategies and recommendations according to site-specific operational risks.
Evaluate hazards relating to ventilation, rock engineering, mobile equipment, processing operations, chemical management, and environmental impacts.
Support operations across various commodities including coal, gold, platinum group metals (PGMs), iron ore, diamonds, and base metals.
Ensure compliance solutions remain practical, sustainable, and operationally effective.
Reporting Processes
Prepare detailed audit reports and consulting assessments.
Compile monthly and project-specific progress reports.
Maintain accurate records of audits, investigations, risk assessments, and client engagements.
Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and strategic planning processes.
Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with governance and compliance requirements.
Requirements
Qualifications
National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Mining Engineering, Risk Management Or a related technical discipline
Additional postgraduate qualifications will be advantageous.
Certifications
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification.
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Certification.
SAMTRAC Certification.
COMSOC 1 and COMSOC 2 certifications.
Formal certification in incident investigation methodologies such as:
ICAM
TapRooT
Equivalent recognised methodologies
Experience
Minimum 5-8 years' experience within the South African mining industry.
Proven experience in HSE auditing, consulting, or management.
Experience across underground, open-cast, and mineral processing environments.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing HSE Management Systems.
Experience conducting formal incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Proven experience facilitating risk assessments and compliance reviews.
Experience engaging with senior operational and executive stakeholders.
Skills
Excellent auditing and analytical skills.
Strong report-writing and business communication skills.
Advanced incident investigation capabilities.
Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and reporting platforms.
Knowledge
Extensive knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
Extensive knowledge of NEMA and environmental compliance requirements.
Knowledge of Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) requirements and guidelines.
Understanding of NOSA systems and methodologies.
Advanced knowledge of risk management principles and practices.
Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
Understanding of occupational hygiene, environmental management, and mining operational risks.
Knowledge of mining processes and hazards across multiple commodities.
Medical and Fitness Requirements
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Mine Medical Certificate of Fitness (Red Ticket).
Physically fit to work in underground and surface mining environments.
Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and operational mine sites.
Ability to walk long distances and navigate uneven terrain.
Must successfully pass occupational health, hearing, and vision assessments where required.
Other Requirements
Valid driver's licence.
Own reliable vehicle.
Willingness to travel extensively across South Africa and neighbouring regions.
Ability to work at remote mining operations when required.
High degree of professional ethics and values aligned with:
Integrity
Courage
Care
Passion
Innovation
Accountability
Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates