- Job Title: Chief Safety Officer
- Location: Free State, South Africa
- Salary: Not specified (Market Related)
- Job Type: Permanent | Full Time
- Industry/Sector: Mining / Health & Safety / Risk Management
- Reference Number: (Not specified in the ad)
- Application Deadline: Not specified – posted 1 day ago
Job Overview:
MSP Staffing Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Chief Safety Officer to join a top mining client in the Free State. The ideal candidate will play a strategic and operational role in leading health and safety initiatives, ensuring full compliance with mining safety legislation, and implementing effective risk management practices. This is a leadership opportunity suited for professionals with deep knowledge and experience in underground mining environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee safety operations at an underground mining site
Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and other relevant legislation
Conduct and oversee incident investigations using methods such as ICAM, RCAT, or SCAT
Coordinate internal audits, reviews, and inspections to identify risks and non-conformances
Develop, implement, and monitor safety procedures and standards
Lead safety projects and promote a culture of safety among all teams
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and management to mitigate risks
Mentor and train junior safety personnel
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications:
Degree in Safety or Risk Management (essential)
Project Management Certificate (advantageous)
Auditors Certificate (essential)
Training or certification in Incident Investigation methods (ICAM, RCAT, or SCAT)
Experience:
10 years’ experience in underground mining
5+ years in a Chief Safety Officer or equivalent leadership role
Skills and Attributes:
Expert knowledge of mining health and safety regulations
Proven incident investigation skills
Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities
High level of integrity, attention to detail, and analytical thinking
Ability to drive safety culture transformation
About the Employer:
MSP Staffing Pty Ltd is a recruitment company based in Cape Town, South Africa, specialising in sourcing high-calibre candidates for top clients in the mining, engineering, healthcare, and finance industries.