Safety Officer - Northam Development

Department Redpath South Africa Pty Limited

Date Posted 3/24/2026

Position Type Contract

Reference No. 2026-6840

LocationLimpopo, Northern Province, South Africa


 

 BUSINESS NAME:

 

Redpath Mining South Africa (Pty) Ltd – Northam Development

 

 

 

 JOB TITLE:

 

Safety Officer - Mining

 

 

 

 REPORTS TO:

 

SHEQT Superintendent

 

 

 

 NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT:

 

Fixed Term Contract

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Matric certificate / equivalent

Relevant Safety Qualifications (COMSOC, SAMTRAK, NEBOSH or equivalent)

Blasting certificate

Valid driver’s license

Computer literate (Proficient in MS Office, word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Must be medically fit to work underground

Must meet Client requirements in terms of security clearance etc.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an underground Mining Environment.

Previous experience in conventional, trackless, and inclined development ends.

Experience conducting Safety Officer inspections.

Experience in participating in and/or leading incident investigations through ICAM or other relevant investigation techniques.

Good knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act and Mining Industry Codes of Practice.

Experience in conducting risk assessments and preparing associated safe operating procedures.

Emergency preparedness and response management knowledge and experience.

Effective Collaborator and Self-Management

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform roles and responsibilities of the Safety Officer as required by the MHSA and Redpath/ Client requirements.

Conduct Safety Officer inspections and generate and upload the relevant reports

Facilitate the investigation of SHE incidents.

Assist with the maintenance of relevant procedures.

Communicate Health and Safety Awareness and Campaigns and on the job coaching of legislative and procedural requirements

Attend meetings with relevant Management as required.

Assist with maintenance of ISO system.

CLOSING DATE: 31 March 2026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interested applicants must follow the following steps

  1. Type the following website address into your web browser https://www.redpathmining.com/en/careers/find-available-positions
  2. A list of vacancies will appear in front of you. Use the drop down to select Johannesburg, Gauteng/ South Africa.
  3. Click on the job for which you are applying. This will give you more information regarding the position
  4. To apply for the position, click on the red “Apply Now” and complete the information that is required, Attach CV and Certificates.

 

NB: If you experience any challenges, please contact 011 570 4300 for assistance.

 

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