Safety Officer at Kagem Mining Ltd

Kagem Mining Limited, based in Lufrvanyama, is the world’s single largest emerald producer. It covers an area of approximately 41 square kilometers and is in the central part of the Ndola Rural Emerald Restricted Area (“NRERA”), in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia Kagem Mining prides itself in industry-leading health and safety standards, innovative approaches to engineering and cutting-edge management of unique geology.

Since 2008, Kagem is 75% owned by Gemfields, a world-leading supplier of responsibly sourced colored gemstones, in a model partnership with the Zambian government, through the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), Kagem aims to emulate the values of Gemfields and operate in a way that contributes positively to the national economy, while taking a leading role in modernizing the colored gemstone sector and building sustainable livelihoods for the communities around the mine,

Kagem believes that colored gemstones should be mined and marketed by championing three key values – legitimacy, transparency and integrity.

Kagem Mining is seeking a remarkable candidate to join the team. in the position of

SAFETY OFFICER

Reporting to: Manager SHEQ

Job Purpose:

To participate in the establishment, management and monitoring of standards, processes, communications, training and systems to ensure all responsibilities associated with Health and Safety are adhered to.

Principle Accountabilities

• Monitor and ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
• Ensure the organisation meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health and safety.
• Assist with the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations.
• Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended corrective actions are implemented.
• Carry out inspections, risk assessments, task observations in various workplaces and take appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Facilitate and conduct emergency drills and make sure all emergency equipment is in place and in good working order.
• Participate in the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures.
• Identify health & safety training needs throughout the Company and make recommendations.
• Participate in monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health & safety matters and track all agreed action points resulting from the meetings to see that they are completed within stipulated timeframes.
• Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health and safety legislation and communicate relevant changes to the business.
• Respond to and investigate concerns and complaints from workers/employers and recommend appropriate action.
• Monitor the performance of, workplace safety representatives.
• Perform prescribed industrial hygiene surveys using technical equipment, evaluate results, and take appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Prepare various reports, documents and forms.
• Provide regular reports to the Manager on relevant health and safety activities.
• Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience

• A recognized Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety (or similar)
• Related and appropriate practical experience ina mining environment
• Full grade 12 School Certificate.
• 5 years previous experience in such a similar role with demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal, l,vritten communication, IT and presentation skills
• Professional approach, coupled with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
• Effective handling of Health and Safety investigations
• Experience of formulating, implementing and revising Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Knowledge of and experience in the Zambian mining sector
• Knowledge of and experience vvith ISC 45001/0HSAS 18001

Qualifications & Experience

• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision
• Excellent knowledge of Zambian Health and Safety legislation, especially Mining and Explosives Regulations
• Valid unrestricted class B driver’s license

The company provides single status accommodation at the mine site,

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