Mine Safety Officer (Underground)

The open-pit coal mine near White River needs someone who knows the MHSA inside out and can coach crews. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

The site is in White River; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Lead incident investigations using a root cause method
• Prepare for inspections by the mine inspector and follow up on instructions
• Track safety statistics like LTIFR and report them each month
• Inspect workplaces underground and on surface against the MHSA and the mine's standards
• Train safety representatives and support the health and safety committee

• Confident writing investigation reports and presenting findings
• Registered with SAIOSH, or working toward it
• At least 3 years in a safety role at a mine
• Detailed knowledge of the MHSA and its regulations
• Code 08 licence for moving around the mine property

• Mine rescue training
• ISO 45001 auditing experience

• Retirement fund and medical aid
• CPD and further study funded
• Standby allowance for incident call-outs
• Company vehicle on site

• Show your mining sector safety experience clearly. Construction-only safety CVs are often moved to the no pile.
• Mention the commodity and whether you worked underground. Mines prefer someone who knows their hazards.