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HELEN ZANELE MALINDISA

HELEN ZANELE MALINDISA

Safety Superintendent
Aerorand

Summary

Seasoned SHE Professional with 17 years in mining operations, serving as Safety Superintendent and MHSA 2.17.4 Chief Safety Officer. Expertise in implementing SHE strategies, driving zero harm initiatives, and conducting operational risk assessments. Proven track record in leading audits, analyzing safety trends, and aligning SHE objectives with business plans to enhance safety performance and ensure compliance.

Overview

4
4
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Superintendent (MHSA – 2.17.4 Chief Safety Officer)

Izimbiwa Coal (Into Africa Minig & Exploration)
10.2022 - Current
  • Reviewed effectiveness of health and safety measures, investigated and reported all incidents, accidents, and near misses, and developed recommendations for improvement.
  • Implemented regular safety and risk assessments, ensured contractor legal compliance, and coached contractors on compliance standards.
  • Leading DMR presidential audit and adhering to all labour legislation, ensuring adherence and compliance to all relevant HSE requirements.
  • Promoting Health and Safety awareness and compliance within the organization, leading and/or conducting internal audits.
  • Promoting Health and Safety awareness and compliance withing the organization, leading and/or conducting internal audits.
  • Conducting mock drills and emergency drills, effective engagement, and communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinating Legal Inspection 30, 45 and 90 days, advising management on incident trends, conducting and reviewing Baseline/Operational assessment.
  • Writing and reviewing operational procedures, coordinate and conduct Internal Audit

Safety Officer

Glencore Coal- Group Services -Rehab
06.2020 - 09.2022

Transitioned to pursue further career growth and leadership opportunities.

  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Monitored SHE compliance within mining operations and rehabilitation activities.
  • Conducted inspections, audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
  • Supported implementation of SHE systems and contractor compliance management.
  • Provided SHE reports and recommendations to management
  • Promoted safe work practices and operational compliance

Safety Officer

Izimbiwa (Graspan Colliery)
05.2009 - 05.2020
  • Transfer to Glencore in June 2020
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.

Safety Officer (Trainee) / Safety Coordinator / Security Administrator

Shanduka (Graspan Colliery)
01.2007 - 04.2009

· Joined the organisation as Security Administrator in January 2007.

· Progressed to Safety Coordinator in Aug 2007.

· Promoted to Safety Officer (Trainee) in March 2008 due to strong operational and SHE performance.

· Assisted with SHE coordination, inspections, compliance monitoring, and safety administration.

Education

PGD - Risk Management

UNISA
05-2026

BA - Disaster & Safety Management

Lyceum College
01-2023

Programme - Safety Management

UNISA
01-2023

Fire Marshal - Advanced breathing apparatus course and confined space entry, Street smart and Hazmat Response

Fire Disaster and training consultants
01-2023

HSE Systems Training - Supervisors

Safety & Training Solutions
01-2014

Incident Cause Analysis - ICAM

Safety & Training Solutions
01-2012

The Use of Radiation Sources - undefined

GAMMA Check cc
01-2012

HAZARD Identification, Risk Assessment & Control - employees

Safety & Training Solutions
01-2009

COMSOC 1 - COMSOC

TR Safety Consultant
01-2008

Supervisory Safety Development Program - The Game

Safety & Training Solutions
01-2008

Secretarial Skills Diploma - undefined

Commune Computer Training & Business Center
01-2004

Skills

DMR engagement

Safety auditing

Safety culture leadership

Leadership & Coaching

Stakeholder engagement

Safety Training Development

SHE Data Analytics

SHE system evaluations

SHE reporting

SHE strategy implementation

Contractor Safety Oversight

Operational Risk Management

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Safety auditing

SHE Management Systems

Affiliations

GradSaiosh

  • South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

Timeline

Safety Superintendent (MHSA – 2.17.4 Chief Safety Officer)

Izimbiwa Coal (Into Africa Minig & Exploration)
10.2022 - Current

Safety Officer

Glencore Coal- Group Services -Rehab
06.2020 - 09.2022

Safety Officer

Izimbiwa (Graspan Colliery)
05.2009 - 05.2020

Safety Officer (Trainee) / Safety Coordinator / Security Administrator

Shanduka (Graspan Colliery)
01.2007 - 04.2009

BA - Disaster & Safety Management

Lyceum College

Programme - Safety Management

UNISA

Fire Marshal - Advanced breathing apparatus course and confined space entry, Street smart and Hazmat Response

Fire Disaster and training consultants

HSE Systems Training - Supervisors

Safety & Training Solutions

Incident Cause Analysis - ICAM

Safety & Training Solutions

The Use of Radiation Sources - undefined

GAMMA Check cc

HAZARD Identification, Risk Assessment & Control - employees

Safety & Training Solutions

COMSOC 1 - COMSOC

TR Safety Consultant

Supervisory Safety Development Program - The Game

Safety & Training Solutions

Secretarial Skills Diploma - undefined

Commune Computer Training & Business Center

PGD - Risk Management

UNISA

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
isiZulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
siSwati
Advanced (C1)
Pedi
Upper intermediate (B2)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Identity Number: 771001 0283 080
  • Date of Birth: 1 October 1977
  • Gender: Female
  • Race: African
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Nationality: South African
  • Language Proficiency: English
  • Driver’s License: Code 10 (C1)
  • Criminal Record: None

DECLARATION

I do hereby declare that the above particulars of information and facts stated are true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Identity Number: 771001 0283 080
  • Date of Birth: 1 October 1977
  • Gender: Female
  • Race: African
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Nationality: South African
  • Language Proficiency: English
  • Driver’s License: Code 10 (C1)
  • Criminal Record: None
HELEN ZANELE MALINDISASafety Superintendent