SHAFT SINKING SAFETY MANAGER – UMS Botswana Pty Ltd

UMS Botswana Pty Ltd (a division of the UMS Group) is in progress with an Underground Vertical Shaft Sinking Project with JDS Energy & Mining Inc. (the EPCM contractor) for Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd at the Karowe Diamond Mine at Letlhakane in the Boteti sub-district. This exciting project is currently in the Main Sink Contract phase.

Shaft sinking and underground construction activities require critical skills and experience with an expert understanding of sinking methodologies, underground construction, mine health and safety, as well as contract management knowledge is essential. We are currently searching for suitably qualified and experienced candidates to be considered for the below positions in Lethakane. Please note that all positions are project based.

SHAFT SINKING SAFETY MANAGER (Ref. Kar_10)

JOB SUMMARY

The Safety Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating compliance to SHEQ requirements at allocated project to embed a resilient health, safety and environmental culture aimed at safeguarding employees, the company and the environment. This candidate will report to the Project Manager and the UMS Group Risk Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of SHEQ Policies, Procedures and System Compliance
• Reports, Investigates, and analyses incidents, accidents or near misses and formulates proposals for corrective/ and or preventive measures
• SHEQ reporting and administration
• Coordination of ISO 45001:2018 SHE Management System
• Development of Emergency Preparedness Systems
• Monitoring and coordination of the required project training plan in support of competence and skills transfer (in conjunction with the UMS Group HR Manager)

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Relevant qualification in Safety Management
• Blasting Certificate or Trade Certificate
• HIRA – Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Certificate.
• First Aid Level 1 Certificate (NQF Level 3).
• ISO 45001:2018 SHE Management System.
• ICAM or Learning from incidents or RCA.
• Basic Environmental (ISO 14001) Systems and Auditing Certificates.
• At least 10 years relevant experience in Underground Mining/Shaft Sinking Project, of which 5 years must have been at mid Management level.
• Knowledge or appreciation of Mines Quarries and Machinery Act will be an advantage.