Occupational Hygiene Assistant

Minimum Required Qualification: Grade 12 (Maths and Science). Practical certificate in Mine Environmental Control Practical experience in Occupational Hygiene Valid Drivers License Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determine by a risk-based medical examination at the relevant Occupational Health Centre. Advantageous Qualifications: Degree/ Diploma in occupational hygiene or related field Registration with the South African Institute of Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH). Key Responsibilities: Work of Role Ensure that legal requirement, group standard and policies are adhered to Output Ensures adherence to legal compliance through monitoring and reporting Conduct risk assessments, occupational hygiene (incl. public health) and participate in audits Maintain an effective risk assessment programme Maintain an effective occupational hygiene measurement programme. Participate in audits Ensures follow up of risk assessments and audit findings, and the implementation of recommendations made. Ensure execution of investigations with report completion. Occupational hygiene sampling. Report & interpret results. Conduct daily occupational hygiene inspections and record findings Meet time deadlines pertaining to reporting (daily, weekly, monthly and ad-hoc). Provide information and advice regarding occupational hygiene matters related to a specific workplace or section of the operation. Advises on changes to plans, schedules, procedures and standards to minimise the effect of unexpected or unsafe work practices. Ensures adherence to legal compliance in terms of required reports. Valid data for Occupational Hygiene are available for a specific workplace or section of the operation. Timeously submission of reports. Record and investigate occupational hygiene incidents. Take part in the investigation of incidents & follow up on actions. Contribute to the achievement of the SHE objectives and targets of the operation Support immediate supervisor to achieve improved performance. Participate in and support the development and acceptance of operational plans. Promote a safe and healthy working environment. Promote health & environmental awareness.