Matodzi Mulaudzi
Kathu
Summary
Dynamic safety management professional with extensive experience in the energy, construction, engineering, and mining sectors. Proven track record in developing and enforcing safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety through training and team supervision.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Safety Officer
Afrimat
Lichtenburg
11.2017 - 07.2026
- Ensured compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act by enforcing relevant legislative requirements.
- Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
- Developed and implemented an organization-wide safety and health management system.
- Conducted inspections, risk assessments, and audits, identifying and mitigating hazards to enhance workplace safety.
- Managed safety team, providing guidance and training to cultivate strong safety culture.
- Implemented safety training programs, equipping employees, contractors, and stakeholders with essential safety practices.
- Supervised team members, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Led thorough incident investigations, including root cause analyses and detailed reporting.
- Oversaw accurate reporting of incidents, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and communication.
- Collaborated across departments to integrate safety considerations into operational processes.
Senior EHS Officer
Siemens
Majuba
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Implemented Safety and Health management systems, coordinated assessments and reports, managed Safety projects, conducted internal audits, and ensured compliance with Safety risk management factors and legislation, contributing to achievement of organizational Safety goals.
- Oversaw implementation and progress of Majuba Rail Project, ensuring milestones were met and objectives aligned with organizational standards.
- Conducted safety audits to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Developed training programs for employees on safety protocols and best practices.
- Implemented risk assessment procedures to identify workplace hazards.
Senior EHS Officer
Eskom
Ermelo
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Implemented Safety and Health management systems, coordinated assessments and reports, managed Safety projects, conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with Safety risk management factors and legislation.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify potential health hazards.
- Developed training programs for employees on safety practices and procedures.
Senior Safety Officer
DeBeers Group of Companies
Musina
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Ensured compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) to uphold safety standards and protect workforce.
- Developed safety protocols to enhance workplace safety standards.
- Conducted safety audits to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Trained employees on safety procedures and emergency response plans.
SHEQ Officer
Eskom
Komati
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Ensured compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations, conducted risk assessments, implemented safety programs, led accident investigations, oversaw emergency preparedness, managed quality systems, monitored environmental impact, provided training, conducted inspections and audits, maintained documentation, collaborated with stakeholders, and drove continuous improvement initiatives to create a safe, healthy, environmentally responsible, and quality-focused workplace.
- Developed and implemented EHS policies for compliance with regulations.
- Conducted safety audits to identify hazards and risks in operations.
- Provided training sessions on environmental health and safety practices.
OHS Officer
Gauteng Provincial Department of Health
Joburg
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, performed risk assessments, implemented safety programs, led incident investigations, oversaw emergency preparedness, managed occupational health systems, monitored workplace safety, provided training, conducted inspections and audits, maintained documentation, collaborated with stakeholders, and initiated continuous improvement initiatives for a safe and healthy hospital environment.
- Conducted workplace inspections to identify health and safety hazards.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff compliance.
- Monitored workplace conditions to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
OHS Officer
City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
Tshwane
01.2007 - 07.2010
- Ensured compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations through risk assessments, safety programs, accident investigations, emergency preparedness oversight, quality systems management, environmental impact monitoring, training provision, inspections and audits, documentation maintenance, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
- Conducted workplace inspections to identify safety hazards and compliance issues.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for staff and management.
- Monitored health and safety regulations to ensure departmental adherence.
Education
B Tech Safety Management -
Unisa Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa12-2009
National Diploma Environmental Health -
Tshwane University of technology
Pretoria, South Africa12-2005
Skills
- Safety management
- Occupational health and safety
- Compliance enforcement
- Regulatory compliance
- ISO compliance
- Safety protocols
- Safety training
- Incident investigation
- Investigation leadership
- Risk management
- Risk assessment
- Auditing
- Emergency response
- Continuous improvement
- Report writing
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Safety leadership
- Legal compliance
- Problem solving
- Workplace safety standards
Short Courses
- COMSOC 1 and COMSOC 2
- ISO 14001
- OHSAS 18001
- ISO45001
- IS09001
- Computer Literacy (Ms Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point)
- Occupational Hygiene Basic Measuring Techniques
- Incidents Investigation
- Radiation Protection Officer Certificate
- Leadership Development Programme
- Environmental Certificate
- A2 Risk Assessment, Working at Height, DITL-MS
- SAP, On Key, Sage X3, Isometrix and CRM
Professional Registration
SACPCMP-Candidate Safety Agent
Timeline
Chief Safety Officer
Afrimat
11.2017 - 07.2026
Senior EHS Officer
Siemens
02.2017 - 11.2017
Senior EHS Officer
Eskom
06.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Safety Officer
DeBeers Group of Companies
06.2014 - 03.2016
SHEQ Officer
Eskom
08.2010 - 05.2014
OHS Officer
City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
01.2007 - 07.2010
OHS Officer
Gauteng Provincial Department of Health
01.2006 - 12.2010
B Tech Safety Management -
Unisa Pretoria
National Diploma Environmental Health -
Tshwane University of technology