SafetyCloud HSE Mining Auditor & Consultant ( South Africa)

Closing Date: 21 October 2026

Purpose:

We are seeking a meticulous, highly experienced HSE Mining Auditor & Consultant to manage compliance and optimization services across our diverse asset portfolio. This comprehensive role covers all mining environments, including open-cast operations, deep-level underground workings, and mineral processing plants.

The successful candidate will blend independent assurance with specialised consulting, acting as a trusted advisor to clients. You will design, build, and optimise integrated safety and environmental management systems while leading high-impact risk assessments and incident investigations. Exposure to all commodities (including coal, gold, platinum group metals, iron ore, and diamonds) will be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

Statutory and Compliance Auditing

• Conduct comprehensive HSE audits to assess compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• Evaluate alignment with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), NOSA requirements, and associated regulations.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of HSE management systems and controls.
• Identify areas of non-conformance, improvement opportunities, and best practices.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and corrective action recommendations.
• Monitor the implementation and close-out of audit findings.

HSE Consulting and Management System Development

• Design, develop, implement, and review integrated HSE Management Systems.
• Align management systems with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, NOSA, and relevant industry requirements.
• Develop policies, procedures, standards, work instructions, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide specialist consulting support on HSE governance and operational compliance.
• Assist clients with certification readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support change management and implementation of new compliance requirements.

Risk Management and Advisory Services

• Facilitate Section 11 baseline, issue-based, and continuous risk assessments.
• Develop and review risk registers and risk management strategies.
• Compile and maintain Codes of Practice (COPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and site-specific risk management frameworks.
• Conduct risk evaluation workshops with operational and management teams.
• Provide practical recommendations to reduce operational and environmental risks.
• Support clients in maintaining effective risk management programmes.

Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis

• Lead and facilitate incident investigations relating to safety, health, environmental, and operational events.
• Apply recognised methodologies such as ICAM, TapRooT, BowTie, or equivalent investigation techniques.
• Identify root causes, contributing factors, and preventative measures.
• Develop corrective and preventative action plans.
• Compile professional investigation reports for management and regulatory purposes.
• Support clients during regulatory investigations and inquiries where required.

Stakeholder Management and Client Engagement

• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients across the mining industry.
• Provide expert advisory services to management, supervisors, and HSE teams.
• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
• Facilitate engagement with Mine Health and Safety Committees and management structures.
• Mentor and coach site-based HSE personnel to improve compliance and operational performance.
• Act as a trusted advisor on HSE and risk management matters.

Mining Environment and Commodity Specialisation

• Provide consulting services across underground, open-cast, processing plant, and associated mining environments.
• Adapt HSE strategies and recommendations according to site-specific operational risks.
• Evaluate hazards relating to ventilation, rock engineering, mobile equipment, processing operations, chemical management, and environmental impacts.
• Support operations across various commodities including coal, gold, platinum group metals (PGMs), iron ore, diamonds, and base metals.
• Ensure compliance solutions remain practical, sustainable, and operationally effective.

Reporting Processes

• Prepare detailed audit reports and consulting assessments.
• Compile monthly and project-specific progress reports.
• Maintain accurate records of audits, investigations, risk assessments, and client engagements.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and strategic planning processes.
• Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with governance and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Mining Engineering, Risk Management Or a related technical discipline
• Additional postgraduate qualifications will be advantageous.

Certifications

• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification.
• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Certification.
• SAMTRAC Certification.
• COMSOC 1 and COMSOC 2 certifications.
• Formal certification in incident investigation methodologies such as:
• ICAM
• TapRooT
• Equivalent recognised methodologies

Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years' experience within the South African mining industry.
• Proven experience in HSE auditing, consulting, or management.
• Experience across underground, open-cast, and mineral processing environments.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing HSE Management Systems.
• Experience conducting formal incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Proven experience facilitating risk assessments and compliance reviews.
• Experience engaging with senior operational and executive stakeholders.

Skills

• Excellent auditing and analytical skills.
• Strong report-writing and business communication skills.
• Advanced incident investigation capabilities.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management abilities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and reporting platforms.

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA).
• Extensive knowledge of NEMA and environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) requirements and guidelines.
• Understanding of NOSA systems and methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of risk management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Understanding of occupational hygiene, environmental management, and mining operational risks.
• Knowledge of mining processes and hazards across multiple commodities.

Medical and Fitness Requirements

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Mine Medical Certificate of Fitness (Red Ticket).
• Physically fit to work in underground and surface mining environments.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and operational mine sites.
• Ability to walk long distances and navigate uneven terrain.
• Must successfully pass occupational health, hearing, and vision assessments where required.

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's licence.
• Own reliable vehicle.
• Willingness to travel extensively across South Africa and neighbouring regions.
• Ability to work at remote mining operations when required.
• High degree of professional ethics and values aligned with:
  • Integrity
  • Courage
  • Care
  • Passion
  • Innovation
  • Accountability
• Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates