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Catherine Mabena

Catherine Mabena

Health And Safety Officer
Brakpan,Johannesburg

Summary

Seeking a position where my experience and skills can be utilized to a maximum. High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

SHERQ Officer

DP World PPLE
06.2022 - Current
  • Develop, implement, and maintain SHE systems, policies, and procedures in accordance with relevant legislation
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
  • Increased employee engagement in safety initiatives by providing tailored training programs and resources.
  • Ensure that occupational health requirements are adhered to
  • Provided coaching and mentorship to junior staff members on various aspects of health, safety, environment, and quality management principles.
  • Oversaw contractor activities on site to ensure adherence to established SHEQ guidelines during project execution phases.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent approach to SHEQ management across the organization.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incident findings for senior leadership review, driving strategic decision-making around SHEQ practices
  • Reduced incident rates through effective risk assessments and hazard identification processes.
  • Established strong relationships with external stakeholders such as regulators, suppliers, contractors, and community representatives for effective collaboration on SHEQ matters.
  • Evaluated operational processes for potential hazards, recommending improvements for optimal safety conditions.
  • Developed emergency response plans tailored to specific site requirements, ensuring preparedness for potential crisis situations.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of accidents, pinpointing root causes and implementing preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.
  • Streamlined internal communication channels for reporting incidents and near misses, leading to quicker response times and resolutions.
  • Reviewed facility designs and layouts to ensure optimal safety features were incorporated during construction phases.
  • Managed waste disposal systems efficiently, reducing environmental impact while complying with applicable regulations.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns or suggestions for improvement.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
  • Ensure effective waste management program and compliance
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to SHEQ activities, including incident reports, inspection records, and training documentation.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incident findings for senior leadership review, driving strategic decision-making around SHEQ practices.

Inventory and Systems Team Leader

PFG - Sp3, Sp4,Sp1 Distribution and Warehousing
11.2018 - 05.2022

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  • Manage procurement contracts, expediting, materials management and
  • Monitoring and controlling of supply chain processes in accordance with project requirements
  • Demand Planning
  • Distribute materials on in loader trucks and ensure safe deliveries
  • Manage imports of glass to accurate deliveries to clients
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standard
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.

Sheq Coordinator

Air Liquide | Alberton
02.2011 - 04.2016
  • Ensured maintanance of a HSE policies communicated to all employees along with all HSE procedures
  • Ensured all accidents and incidents are investigated, root cause analyses are completed and closed off on Sheqsys
  • Implementing Integrated Management System- Assist in drawing up strategies and action plans to attain objectives and effectively implement the formulated corrective and preventive actions
  • Recommend measures on improving the Integrated Management System and maintain the Company's Integrated Management System Certification
  • Improving Total Quality Management (TQM)- Assist IMS Manager with system controlling and managing the entire organization so that it excels on all dimensions of products and services that are important to the customer
  • Document Controlling- Ensuring all documentation meets formal requirements and required standards
  • Producing document progress reports for senior managers, organizing and distributing documents within company
  • Conducting ISO 9001:2008 (2015) and ISO 14001:20218 Audits nationally, Audit organization against their Quality Management System and Intergrated Management System.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally
  • Completed customer surveys on Sheqsys

Logistics Supervisor

Brima Logistics | Jet Park
11.2008 - 12.2010
  • Planning and coordinate the incoming goods, storage, dispatch and Key Perfomance Indicators(KPIs) as determined by Warehouse Manager
  • Overall responsibility for all aspects of the effective supervision, a training and development and health, safety and welfare of my team
  • Working closely with Purchasing department to ensure adequate stock levels
  • Responsible for ensuring that the quality of the product and service within the Warehouse is maintained at the highest possible standards for the customer
  • Organizing with Purchasing Department to ensure adequate stock levels
  • Stock counts and on site Inventory Reconciliations
  • Goods receiving, completing GRNs process for returns and communicate with Logistics administrators.

Process Plant Controller

Impala Platinum | Springs
01.2007 - 10.2008
  • Plant monitoring
  • Analysing production specifications and plant capacity data
  • Plan and schedule workflow according to manufacturing sequences and lead times
  • Preparing production report.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Production Technologies

Production Management Institution
Kempton Park, South Africa
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Health And Safety

NOSA College
Centurion, South Africa
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Supply Chain And Logistics

Wits Business School
Johannesburg
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Nigel High School
Nigel
04.2001 -

Skills

Technical Skills:-

I possess a combination of technical, business, and interpersonal skills, including:

1 Technical skills:

- Knowledge of HSE regulations and standards

- Understanding of risk assessment and management

- Familiarity with incident investigation and reporting

- Knowledge of environmental impact assessments and audits

2 Business skills:

- Strategic thinking and planning

- Budgeting and cost management

- Communication and presentation skills

- Project management and implementation

3 Interpersonal skills:

- Leadership and team management

- Collaboration and influencing

- Conflict resolution and negotiation

- Training and coaching

4 Soft skills:

- Problem-solving and analytical thinking

- Time management and organization

- Adaptability and flexibility

- Continuous learning and professional development

5 Certifications and qualifications:

- NEBOSH IGC taking place from 22 July 2024

- Qualifications HSE

- Experience in HSE management

Dependants

3

Driverslicense

Code 10

Identitynumber

8207230767082

Careerprofile - Skills

  • Strong Leading, Supervising and Management Skills
  • Ability to work under pressure in, time sensitive, fast-paced environments
  • 10 years experience Inventory, Warehousing and Distribution and Production
  • SAP, Warehouse Management System, WMS & ERP
  • Ability to handle projects from planning through to execution
  • Proficient in Microsoft Projects, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • ISO 9001/2008 Quality Management System Auditing
  • Excellent communicating skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Had an opportunity to work as an all-rounder.

Furtherstudies

  • Wits Business School, Supply Chain and Logistics Certification, 2010
  • Production Management Institution, 3rd Year Production Management, Quality Management, Human Resources Management, Project Management, Logistics

Maritalstatus

Married

Personal Information

Nationality: South African

Training

  • ISO 9001:2008 auditing Certification
  • SHE Reps Certification
  • Good Manufacturing Procedures Certification

Accomplishments

  • Achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification last year for PPLE in 2023.

Timeline

SHERQ Officer

DP World PPLE
06.2022 - Current

Inventory and Systems Team Leader

PFG - Sp3, Sp4,Sp1 Distribution and Warehousing
11.2018 - 05.2022

Sheq Coordinator

Air Liquide | Alberton
02.2011 - 04.2016

Logistics Supervisor

Brima Logistics | Jet Park
11.2008 - 12.2010

Process Plant Controller

Impala Platinum | Springs
01.2007 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Production Technologies

Production Management Institution
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Health And Safety

NOSA College
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Supply Chain And Logistics

Wits Business School
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Nigel High School
04.2001 -
Catherine MabenaHealth And Safety Officer