Cherelle Ann Cole
SACPCMP HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER
Secunda
Summary
Detail-oriented Health & Safety Officer with hands-on experience in scaffolding, chemical, and energy sectors. Demonstrated success in implementing SHEQ Management Systems and maintaining regulatory compliance through methodical risk assessment and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in developing and executing comprehensive safety protocols while ensuring zero-incident performance. Committed to tackling new challenges and further advancing workplace safety excellence across industrial sectors through continuous improvement.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Officer (Night Shift)
Sasol SCC Shutdown Turbo Hotside
03.2026 - 06.2026
- Investigate incidents, compile reports and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct workplace inspections and identify hazards and risks.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies.
- Maintain safety records, statistics and documentation.
- Facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings and training sessions.
Safety Officer
Sasol Outside Ash (Project)
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff compliance and awareness.
- Collaborated with teams to implement new safety protocols and procedures
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to safety regulations and policies.
- Monitored workplace conditions, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
SHE OFFICER | RISK ASSESSOR | INCIDENT INVESTIGATOR
SASOL WATER RECOVERY UNIT 52 (AWS Pipelines)
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted site inspections and audits to ensure hazard-free environments and compliance with the OHS Act and Construction Regulations
- Delivered safety inductions, toolbox talks, and emergency drills while maintaining training records and verifying workforce competency
- Coordinated safety committee meetings, reviewed contractor safety files, and prepared incident action plans for stakeholder communication
- Identified and assessed workplace risks, developing safe work procedures to mitigate hazards per the hierarchy of controls
- Monitored hazardous situations and reported shortfalls to Construction Site Managers in writing
- Investigated accidents and near-misses using root cause analysis to determine contributing factors and prevent recurrence
- Completed injury reports to stakeholders and conducted safety observations to enforce compliance
SAFETY OFFICER
SASOL WATER RECOVERY UNIT 52 (SGB)
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Execute comprehensive risk assessments and hazard analyses, developing and implementing a corrective action plan
- Drive implementation of integrated SHEQ Management Systems, ensuring alignment with OHS Act compliance and organisational standards
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive Emergency Management Preparedness (EMP) compliance through regular reviews, updates, and coordination with the Safety Contracts Manager
- Coordinate incident investigations and emergency response protocols, maintaining detailed documentation of findings, and preventive measures
SAFETY OFFICER
SASOL RECTISOL (CATALYST SERVICES)
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Lead safety committee meetings and initiatives, ensuring effective communication of safety protocols across all operational levels
- Monitor and report on safety performance metrics, preparing required compliance documentation and regulatory submissions
- Manage planned maintenance schedules and safety equipment inspections to maintain operational integrity
- Oversee contractor safety management and verify workforce competency through training program delivery
- Conduct regular workplace safety audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement preventive measures
- Develop and maintain emergency response procedures and coordinate regular drills to ensure preparedness
HSE CLERK
AUREX CONSTRUCTORS REFINING PLANT
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Manage and file HSE documents for easy access (permits, training, incidents, toolbox talks)
- Compile monthly safety stats, track KPIs, and maintain databases for compliance
- Coordinate safety trainings, toolbox talks, inductions, and manage personnel certificates and medical exams
- Support the HSE team with meetings, PPE inventory, and safety communication distribution
- Process and verify safety incident reports and maintain the incident investigation records
ADMIN CLERK
AUREX CONSTRUCTORS REFINING PLANT
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Manage and file HSE documents for easy access (permits, training, incidents, toolbox talks)
- Compile monthly safety stats, track KPIs, and maintain databases for compliance
- Coordinate safety trainings, toolbox talks, inductions, and manage personnel certificates and medical exams
- Support the HSE team with meetings, PPE inventory, and safety communication distribution
- Process and verify safety incident reports and maintain the incident investigation records
Education
SASOL SHE INDUCTION -
Sasol SHE Academy
Secunda, South Africa01-2024
Certificate of Technical Studies - Incident Investigation Level 3
NOSA College
Secunda, South Africa12-2023
SAMTRAC - Safety Cloud
NOSA
Secunda, South Africa11-2023
INTRODUCTION TO SAMTRAC - Safety Cloud
NOSA
Secunda, South Africa10-2023
INTRODUCTION TO NURSING -
Intelligensia Skills Development
Johannesburg, South Africa07-2002
National Senior Certificate (N3) - Business Administration
Cato Manor Technical College
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
SHEQ Management Systems
Site & Safety Audit Inspection
Incident Prevention
Regularity Compliance
Accident Reporting
Certification
Construction Health & Safety Officer SACPCMP
Timeline
Safety Officer (Night Shift)
Sasol SCC Shutdown Turbo Hotside
03.2026 - 06.2026
Safety Officer
Sasol Outside Ash (Project)
01.2026 - 03.2026
SHE OFFICER | RISK ASSESSOR | INCIDENT INVESTIGATOR
SASOL WATER RECOVERY UNIT 52 (AWS Pipelines)
05.2025 - 11.2025
SAFETY OFFICER
SASOL WATER RECOVERY UNIT 52 (SGB)
08.2024 - 10.2024
SAFETY OFFICER
SASOL RECTISOL (CATALYST SERVICES)
04.2024 - 07.2024
HSE CLERK
AUREX CONSTRUCTORS REFINING PLANT
08.2023 - 09.2023
ADMIN CLERK
AUREX CONSTRUCTORS REFINING PLANT
08.2021 - 09.2021
National Senior Certificate (N3) - Business Administration
Cato Manor Technical College
04.2001 -
SASOL SHE INDUCTION -
Sasol SHE Academy
Certificate of Technical Studies - Incident Investigation Level 3
NOSA College
SAMTRAC - Safety Cloud
NOSA
INTRODUCTION TO SAMTRAC - Safety Cloud
NOSA
INTRODUCTION TO NURSING -
Intelligensia Skills Development