Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Bika Babalwa

Ntabankulu

Summary

Diligent and detail-oriented professional with a strong track record in implementing and maintaining effective safety programs. Expertise in identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, along with a comprehensive understanding of risk assessment and incident investigation. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, driving initiatives that enhance workplace safety standards and reduce incidents. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote best practices in occupational health and safety.

Experienced with developing and enforcing safety policies to ensure secure workplace. Utilizes comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits to identify and mitigate hazards. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and emergency response planning contributes to safe and productive environment.

Overview

12
years of professional experience

Work History

KAAZI Engineering Group

Health and Safety Officer
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • To conduct health and safety inspection, complete the relevant documentation and present their findings and recommendations on health and safety programmes / systems.
  • Methodologies and tools to implement, manage and maintain an effective Health and Safety
  • Make recommendations regarding health and safety
  • Examine causes of incidents
  • Attend any investigation or formal inquiry
  • Attend meetings of safety committees
  • Participate in internal audits
  • Compiling Safety Files.
  • Project Name: Fobane Water Supply Scheme Phase 2H for Zingcuka and Ramfule villages in Ward 13
  • Project Value: R31 311 455.09
  • Client: Alfred Nzo District Municipality.

Egxeni Engineering

Health and Safety Officer
06.2021 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • To conduct health and safety inspection, complete the relevant documentation and present their findings and recommendations on health and safety programmes / systems.
  • Methodologies and tools to implement, manage and maintain an effective Health and Safety
  • Make recommendations regarding health and safety
  • Examine causes of incidents
  • Attend any investigation or formal inquiry
  • Attend meetings of safety committees
  • Participate in internal audits
  • Compiling Safety Files.
  • Project Name: Upgrading of Flagstaff main road R61
  • Project Value: R56 300 000.00
  • Client: Ingquza Hill municipality.

Egxeni Engineering

Health and safety Representative, Fire fighter and a First aider
03.2019 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and mitigate risks effectively by evaluating work environments.
  • Conducting training sessions, monitor compliance, investigate accidents, and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Lead programs that will protect workers from environmental hazards and workplace hazards.
  • Monitor Workplace Health and Safety. Health and safety.
  • Ensuring compliance of company processes with legislative requirements in occupational safety and health.
  • Provide strategic advice to the management team on trends and safety management programs.
  • Project name: Cluster 6 water backlog Hluphekazi &kuMbeke water supply Scheme
  • Project Value: R19 275 000.97
  • Client: Chris Hani District Municipality.

Egxeni Engineering

Safety Rep, Fire fighter and First Aider
03.2014 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and mitigate risks effectively by evaluating work environments.
  • Conducting training sessions, monitor compliance, investigate accidents, and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Lead programs that will protect workers from environmental hazards and workplace hazards.
  • Monitor Workplace Health and Safety. Health and safety.
  • Ensuring compliance of company processes with legislative requirements in occupational safety and health.
  • Provide strategic advice to the management team on trends and safety management programs.
  • Project Name: Construction of Ntabankulu Waste Water Treatment Works.
  • Project Value: R42 550 000.98
  • Client: Alfred Nzo District Municipality.

Education

M&M Safety Skills Development

from Occupational Safety, Health and environmental Management
01.2020

University Overview

Conduct health and safety inspections, complete relevant documentation and present their findings and recommendations for improvements on health and safety programmes/system

M&M Safety Skills Development

from Incident Investigation
01.2020

University Overview

Legal requirements, Planning for investigations.

M&M Safety Skills Development

from Workplace Risk Assessment
01.2020

University Overview

Workplace hazards and risks, Risk assessment documentation.

M&M Safety skills Development

from First aid level 1
01.2020

University Overview

Giving First Aid to injured persons at the workplace.

Mfazwe Comp Tech

Matric
01.2012

University Overview

National senior certificate

Skills

Incident reporting

Accident investigation

Hazard identification

Occupational health

Fire safety management

Workplace inspections

Chemical handling

Personal protective equipment

Health promotion

Ergonomics evaluation

Confined space entry

Traffic management

References

References
  • M, Tshalianga, Construction manager, 064 8356126, Egxeni Engineering
  • Andile, Ncitha, Health & Safety Mentor, 072 311 4775, Andile occupational
  • Nombulelo, Mpolase, Construction manager, 073 144 3706, Kaazi Engineering

Timeline

Health and Safety Officer
KAAZI Engineering Group
04.2023 - Current
Health and Safety Officer
Egxeni Engineering
06.2021 - 11.2022
Health and safety Representative, Fire fighter and a First aider
Egxeni Engineering
03.2019 - 04.2021
Safety Rep, Fire fighter and First Aider
Egxeni Engineering
03.2014 - 11.2018
M&M Safety Skills Development
from Incident Investigation
M&M Safety Skills Development
from Workplace Risk Assessment
M&M Safety skills Development
from First aid level 1
Mfazwe Comp Tech
Matric
M&M Safety Skills Development
from Occupational Safety, Health and environmental Management
Bika Babalwa