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Mashudu Tshikhathi
Head of Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality at Spheross South Africa
City of Johannesburg,GP
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Summary
Accomplished SHEQ Manager specializing in the development and implementation of Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality management systems. Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and ISO standards while promoting a proactive safety culture. Leads risk management, incident investigations, and audits, collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and enhance workplace safety through innovative programs.
Overview
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Languages
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14
years of professional experience
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Certificate
Work History
SHEQ Manager
Spheross South Africa
04.2025 - Current
- develop, implement, and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and management systems
- Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality legislation
- -Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and job safety analyses
- -Monitor and enforce workplace health and safety standards across all operations
- -Plan and carry out internal SHEQ audits and inspections
- -Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; prepare reports and corrective actions
- - Lead environmental management initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental regulations
- - Oversee quality control processes to ensure standards and client requirements are met
- - Maintain SHEQ documentation, records, and reports for audits and inspections
- - Liaise with regulatory authorities, clients, and external auditors
- - Track SHEQ performance metrics and prepare management reports
- - Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement across the organization
- - Support project teams in meeting SHEQ requirements on site (QPTM)
- - Track Non-quality Costs (TNQC)
- Developed and implemented SHEQ management systems, improving compliance and operational efficiency.
- Led training sessions for staff on safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety awareness.
- Conducted regular audits and inspections, identifying areas for improvement and compliance gaps.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives that fostered a culture of safety.
Quality Manager
Spheross
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed ISO 9001 standards at Spheros SA, ensuring quality control and compliance.
- Conducted supplier audits to maintain high quality standards and improve processes.
- Handled non-conformances effectively to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Led quality management initiatives, enhancing compliance with industry standards and improving operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols, resulting in significant reductions in defect rates.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of quality processes, identifying areas for improvement and driving corrective actions.
- Mentored junior staff on quality control methods, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Quality Assurance Manager
Valeo
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Management of all quality activities
- Supplier QRQCs
- Internal QRQCs
- Customer QRQCs
- 5 axes
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance quality assurance processes, improving product reliability.
- Developed and implemented quality control protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted comprehensive audits and assessments to identify areas for process improvement.
- Mentored junior quality assurance staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Quality Controller (Mechanical Eng)
Transfrig
08.2016 - 04.2021
- ISO 9001 : Quality Management Systems
- # Quality Control and assurance
- # Quality Inspection
- # writing and implementing quality procedures
- #Final release inspections and delivery sign off
- Documented findings and produced reports.
- # Document control
- Managed document control processes to maintain accurate records and compliance.
Project Engineer (HVAC)
Improair Enviromental Solutions (Gauteng Branch)
03.2016 - 07.2016
- Engineering
- # Project Estimating
- # Compiling Equipment Submittals Pumps, Chillers, AHUs, Fans, air terminals and other HVAC equipment.
- # Engineering HVAC Calculations.
- # Project Engineering and Project Management
- Led HVAC project designs and implementations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Oversaw project timelines and resource allocation, enhancing operational efficiency and project delivery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks, improving project outcomes.
- Monitored HVAC systems' performance, implementing corrective actions to optimize energy efficiency.
Jnr Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)
Imrovar Enviromental Solutions (Eskom Medupi Project)
10.2014 - 03.2016
- Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2008)
- #Inspections of HVAC Installations
- #Supervisions and subcontractor management.
- Designed and implemented HVAC systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations of HVAC equipment to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot HVAC issues, improving system performance.
- Developed and maintained project documentation, streamlining communication among engineering teams.
Graduate Engineering Trainee
Rula Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Performed quality control checks on products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Tracked project progress to identify issues and ensure timely completion.
- Conducted dimensional inspections to verify product measurements against specifications.
- #Fabrication, Assembly and Machining inspection
- #Final release inspections and delivery sign off
- Conducted safety audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations and improve operational practices.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of safety management systems to enhance workplace safety.
- Monitored and reported on operational performance metrics, contributing to data-driven decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
Education
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
Johannesburg, South Africa01-2017
national diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Johannesburg, South Africa01-2014
diploma - Basic Computer Skills
Fastforward Technical School
Makhado01-2005
Skills
SHEQ leadership
ISO compliance
Quality assurance protocols
Quality control
Supplier quality assurance
Quality analysis
Risk assessment
Audit planning
Incident investigation
Health and safety standards
Continuous improvement
Documentation management
Action planning
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved a strong QC team through effective coaching and on the Job trainings
Interests
Developing new cooking recipies
Interior designs
Certification
Internal Auditor
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Software
Canva
Bizagi
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
SHEQ Manager
Spheross South Africa
04.2025 - Current
Quality Manager
Spheross
07.2024 - 05.2025
Internal Auditor
03-2024
Quality Assurance Manager
Valeo
04.2021 - 06.2024
Quality Controller (Mechanical Eng)
Transfrig
08.2016 - 04.2021
Project Engineer (HVAC)
Improair Enviromental Solutions (Gauteng Branch)
03.2016 - 07.2016
Jnr Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)
Imrovar Enviromental Solutions (Eskom Medupi Project)
10.2014 - 03.2016
Graduate Engineering Trainee
Rula Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2014
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa/Universiteit Van Suid-Afrika
national diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
diploma - Basic Computer Skills
Fastforward Technical School