Lazarus Sefole
Delmas,South Africa
Summary
A professional with expertise in regulatory understanding and contractor safety management, skilled in utilising SHERQ software for effective workplace hazard identification and risk analysis. Demonstrates a strong ability to identify hazards and implement safety measures, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational safety. Committed to advancing career goals by leveraging skills in risk management to contribute to safer work environments.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
4027
4027
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
SHERQ Manager
BME – Bulk Explosive Suppliers
Delmas, Mpumalanga
2025.01 - 2026.03
- Manage health, safety, emergency, and security teams to ensure all are aligned to the company goals and vision
- Developed and implemented risk management techniques and processes to enhance safety protocols.
- Oversaw financial management practices to ensure budget adherence and resource allocation.
- Facilitated communication with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen relationships.
- Conduct trend analysis on SHERQ incidents reported and compiling action plans and initiatives to curb repeats
- Planned and conducted emergency procedures to enhance preparedness
- Ensure the health and safety committee structure is compliant with the OHSACT and Mine Health and Safety Act
- Engaged in leadership interactions on SHERQ interventions to promote safety culture
- Provided inputs on developed policies and procedures to align with regulatory standards.
- Conducted observations during SHERQ audits to ensure compliance.
- Participated in internal and external ISO management systems reviews and audits
- Enhanced emergency response plans, minimising accident impacts and improving overall safety.
- Developed comprehensive safety programmes through rigorous risk assessments and regular audits.
- Implemented new safety protocols, thus increasing overall workplace security.
- Assessed potential hazards within the workplace, reducing risk exposure significantly.
- Oversaw regulatory audits successfully which demonstrated commitment towards maintaining high standards of health and safety.
- Achieved safer work environment by providing regular staff training on SHEQ procedures.
- Initiated corrective actions promptly after identifying safety issues, minimising downtime due to incidents.
- Utilised latest technology for efficient data management and reporting on SHEQ issues.
- Streamlined policy documentation process, enhancing accessibility for all employees.
- Conducted thorough investigations of accidents, leading to implementation of effective preventive measures.
- Managed waste disposal effectively, contributing to more environmentally friendly business operations.
- Motivated employees to participate in SHEQ initiatives to increase awareness of safety practices.
Chief Safety Officer
HCI – Palesa Coal Mine
Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng
2022.11 - 2023.09
- Manage health, safety, emergency and security teams to ensure all are aligned to the Departmental goals and the company vision
- Risk management and Hazard Identification processes.
- Implement and drive safety campaigns and initiative.
- Ensure that accident/incident investigations as per Mine Health & Safety Act 29 of 1996, section 11.5 are conducted, submitted and findings are closed out and reports submitted to DMR
- Building good relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on the mandate of the role the Department of Minerals Resources (DMR), Department of Labour (DoL), Department of Health (DOH), etc.
- Managing and analyzing safety incidents reported and compiling action plans and initiatives to curb repeats
- Compiling and submitting external professional monthly reports to the relevant government stakeholders e.g., DMRE and DOH.
- Coordinating emergency preparedness on mine
- Ensure the health and safety committee structure is compliant with the Mine Health & Safety Act, 29 of 1996
- Budget control of the safety department
- Ensuring that statuary mine codes of practices are updated and reviewed by responsible owners
- Develop/revise policies and procedures as required.
- Conducting frequent audits and inspection to identify risks and hazards.
- Ensuring that Security company on mine complies with Psira code of conduct and Mine Health & Safety Act, 29 of 1996
- Mine patrols and searches are conducted as scheduled including alcohol tests by Security Officers.
- Compiling a monthly departmental report and circulating to all stakeholders.
- Participating and liaison with Project Leader and Teams from design to commissioning stages to ensure legal compliance
- Implement management systems tools to manage SHE compliance
- Report all reportable accidents and dangerous occurrences to the Department of Minerals and Energy on the prescribed forms i.e., SAMRASS Forms.
- Schedule and hold meetings with all legal appointed safety officers at a mine
- Daily inspections of the safety officer logbooks
Chief Safety Officer
Usutu & Penumbra Colliery Mines
Ermelo, South Africa
2020.02 - 2020.09
- Mining -Underground and processing plant
SHE & Security Manager
Nokeng Fluorspar Mine
Centurion, Gauteng
2018.01 - 2020.01
- Mining Open Cast and Metallurgical Plant
SHE Manager
Kalagadi Manganese UMTU Mine
Hotazel, Northern Cape
2011.01 - 2018.01
- Mining Shaft Sinking including underground development, Ore Processing Plant including Sintering Plant and Rail Siding
Chief Safety Officer
De Beers Consolidated Mines- Finsch Mine
Lime Acres, Northern Cape
2009.01 - 2011.03
- Underground Mining, Metallurgical Plant & Engineering Services
Seconded to Minerals Council MOSH – Leadership Team
De Beers Consolidated Mines- HQ
Johannesburg, Gauteng
2008.01 - 2008.12
- Mining
Safety Lead (Chief Safety Officer)
De Beers Consolidated Mines - Voorspoed
Kroonstad, Orange Free State
2007.01 - 2007.12
- Open Pit Mining, Metallurgical Plant & Engineering Maintenances
Health & Safety Coordinator – African Continent
De Beers Global Services – Geology Division
Johannesburg, Gauteng
2006.01 - 2006.12
- Exploration & Geological Services
Health & Safety Coordinator (Designated as Chief Safety Officer)
De Beers Global Services – Geology Division
Kimberley, Northern Cape
2004.12 - 2005.12
- Exploration & Geological Services
Chief Safety Officer
Lonmin Platinum Mine
Rustenburg, North West
2004.01 - 2004.12
- Metallurgical Services
Senior Safety Officer
De Beers Consolidated Mines- Finsch Mine
Lime Acres, Northern Cape
2001.01 - 2003.12
- Underground Mining, Metallurgical Plant & Engineering Maintenances
Safety Officer
De Beers Consolidated Mines- Venetia Mine
Musina, Limpopo
1991.02 - 2001.02
- Open Pit mining, Metallurgical Plant & Engineering Maintenances
Education
National Diploma - Safety Management
Unisa
South Africa 2001.04 - 2002.10
B-Tech - Safety Management
Unisa
South AfricaSupervisory Development Diploma - SDP
Technikon Witwatersrand & Maccauvlei
South AfricaNational Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Umalusi
South AfricaSkills
- Regulatory understanding
- Familiarity with SHERQ software
- Contractor safety management
- Risk analysis techniques
- Workplace hazard identification
- Hazard identification
Certification
- Core Training International - Conduct Outcomes Based Assessment - 2010
- UCT - A3 Safety Risk Management Process - 2010
- IMPLEX - In-depth Mine Health & Safety Act Course - 2010
- Advantage ACT - Auditors course - OHSAS 18001 - 2006
- Anglo gold Ashanti Training and Development Services & Chamber of mines - Mine Environmental Practical Course certificate - 2006
- CORPRO - Budget Control & Business Finance - 2004
- NOSA - WORRAC - 2004
- NOSA - SAMTECH - 2000
- NOSA - Auditors - 1998
- NOSA - ITIS - 1993
- NOSA - SAMTRAC - 1992
- Boksburg Fire & Emergency College - Vehicle and rescue - 1996
- Boksburg Fire & Emergency College - Breathing Apparatus
- Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa (FPASA) - Workplace Fire-Fighting Course - 2016
- Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa (FPASA) - Intensive Fire Safety - 1995
- Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa (FPASA) - Fire Appliance Recondition - 1994
PERSONAL DETAILS
Sepedi, Setswana, Sesotho, Venda, Tsonga, Zulu, Shona, English, Xhosa and Afrikaans
References
- Flip, Fourie, 083 291 3310
- Pieter, Blignaut, 082 615 8490
Timeline
SHERQ Manager
BME – Bulk Explosive Suppliers
2025.01 - 2026.03
Chief Safety Officer
HCI – Palesa Coal Mine
2022.11 - 2023.09
Chief Safety Officer
Usutu & Penumbra Colliery Mines
2020.02 - 2020.09
SHE & Security Manager
Nokeng Fluorspar Mine
2018.01 - 2020.01
SHE Manager
Kalagadi Manganese UMTU Mine
2011.01 - 2018.01
Chief Safety Officer
De Beers Consolidated Mines- Finsch Mine
2009.01 - 2011.03
Seconded to Minerals Council MOSH – Leadership Team
De Beers Consolidated Mines- HQ
2008.01 - 2008.12
Safety Lead (Chief Safety Officer)
De Beers Consolidated Mines - Voorspoed
2007.01 - 2007.12
Health & Safety Coordinator – African Continent
De Beers Global Services – Geology Division
2006.01 - 2006.12
Health & Safety Coordinator (Designated as Chief Safety Officer)
De Beers Global Services – Geology Division
2004.12 - 2005.12
Chief Safety Officer
Lonmin Platinum Mine
2004.01 - 2004.12
National Diploma - Safety Management
Unisa
2001.04 - 2002.10
Senior Safety Officer
De Beers Consolidated Mines- Finsch Mine
2001.01 - 2003.12
Safety Officer
De Beers Consolidated Mines- Venetia Mine
1991.02 - 2001.02
B-Tech - Safety Management
Unisa
Supervisory Development Diploma - SDP
Technikon Witwatersrand & Maccauvlei
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Umalusi