Inspector: Occupational Hygiene x1
- Position: Inspector: Occupational Hygiene
- Reference Number: 078
- Department: Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
- Location: Welkom
- Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11, All-Inclusive Package)
Position Purpose
The Inspector: Occupational Hygiene is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance with occupational hygiene standards in the mining sector. The role focuses on protecting mine workers from health hazards by conducting inspections, audits, investigations, risk assessments, and enforcing compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act.
Key Responsibilities
Occupational Hygiene Inspections and Audits
- Conduct underground, shaft, and surface mine inspections.
- Perform occupational hygiene audits at mining operations.
- Assess exposure to occupational health hazards and stressors.
- Monitor compliance with Mine Health and Safety legislation.
- Recommend corrective measures where non-compliance is identified.
- Take enforcement action when necessary.
Accident and Incident Investigations
- Investigate mining-related accidents and incidents.
- Investigate complaints relating to occupational hygiene matters.
- Examine workplace health risks and contributing factors.
- Compile detailed investigation reports.
- Recommend preventative and corrective actions.
Risk Assessment and Compliance Monitoring
- Identify occupational hygiene hazards in mining environments.
- Analyse accident trends and risk patterns.
- Determine high-risk mining operations.
- Evaluate hazard control measures.
- Promote continuous improvement in workplace health standards.
Regulatory and Technical Support
- Provide input into:
- Mining regulations
- Occupational hygiene standards
- Technical guidelines
- Industry policies
- Participate in the review and development of mining legislation and standards.
- Assess applications for exemptions, approvals, and permissions related to occupational hygiene.
Mining Rights and Environmental Consultation
- Investigate and provide technical input regarding:
- Mine closures
- Prospecting rights
- Mining rights
- Mining permits
- Environmental Management Programmes (EMPs)
- Township development applications
Professional and Advisory Functions
- Serve on relevant boards of examiners when required.
- Provide specialist occupational hygiene advice.
- Recommend practical mining health solutions.
- Support regional occupational health initiatives.
Reporting and Administration
- Compile inspection and audit reports.
- Contribute to regional and national reports.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections and investigations.
- Monitor implementation of corrective actions.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- National Diploma in Occupational Hygiene OR
- National Diploma in Environmental Health (NQF Level 6)
Plus
- Certificate in Mine Environmental Control
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Occupational Hygiene.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge Requirements
Applicants should possess knowledge of:
- Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)
- Mining Regulations and Legal Framework
- Occupational Hygiene Principles
- Hazard Identification and Risk Management
- Mine Environmental Control
- Public Service Code of Conduct
- Departmental Policies and Procedures
Required Skills and Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Occupational hygiene monitoring.
- Workplace exposure assessment.
- Hazard identification and evaluation.
- Risk management.
- Mine environmental control.
Regulatory Compliance
- Ability to interpret and apply:
- Mine Health and Safety Act
- Mining Regulations
- Departmental policies
- Public Service legislation
Investigation and Analysis
- Incident investigation.
- Trend analysis.
- Problem-solving.
- Risk assessment.
Management Skills
- Planning and organising.
- Leading and coordinating activities.
- Monitoring and controlling compliance initiatives.
Communication Skills
- Report writing.
- Technical report formulation.
- Verbal communication.
- Stakeholder consultation.
Interpersonal Skills
- Negotiation.
- Relationship management.
- Team collaboration.
Computer Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related systems.
- Data analysis and reporting.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Analytical and detail-oriented.
- Innovative in problem-solving.
- Fair and objective in decision-making.
- Ethical and professional.
- Able to work independently.
- Committed to workplace health and safety.