Occupational Hygiene Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION The Occupational Hygiene Assistant is responsible for assisting the Occupational Hygienist in maintaining Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene systems and programmes and provides his / her immediate supervisor with information and to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. QUALIFICATIONS Key responsibilities of this role are: • Ensure that legal requirement, group standard and policies are adhered to • Maintain Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene strategies and systems • Conduct risk assessments, occupational hygiene measurements and participate in audits • Conduct daily ventilation and occupational hygiene inspections and record findings • Report findings and recommend appropriate interventions • Assist in short term ventilation and occupational hygiene planning (6-12 months) • Contribute to the achievement of the SHE objectives and targets of the Operation This role is at C2 level reporting to the Shaft Ventilation Engineer • Matric • Certificate in Basic Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene measurements • COM Intermediate Certificate in Mine Environmental Control. • Advantageous: Registration with the South African Institute of Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) • Advantageous: Occupational Health Risk Assessment qualification Experience: • Experience of at least 2 years in the Mining and / or Refining environment of which Practical experience of at least 1 year in the Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene field. Additional requirements: • Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP, and other specialised technical programs. • Good communication skills • Valid driving licence Code 8 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.