Modisha Albetas Kgang
Health And Safety Officer
Johannesburg
Summary
Diligent Safety Manager with extensive experience supporting productive design and construction lifecycles. Demonstrated astute planning and problem-solving skills to maintain high-value project momentum. Used keen attention to detail for compliant, safe engineering outcomes.
Dedicated Safety Manager with 16 years of experience. Demonstrated history of meeting company goals and promoting best practices. Thrives under pressure and adapts to challenges with ingenuity and resilience.
Enthusiastic Safety Manager with knowledge of resolving customer problems. Works to increase success through effective work strategies and customer service.
Motivated Safety Officer with 9 years of experience, recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.
Reliable Safety Officer with 9 industry experience. Offers excellent communication and good judgment to effectively meet team needs. Proactive planner and problem solver.
Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.
Passionate Safety Professional with experience in data accuracy and management. Independent problem-solver focused on customer service and product development. Works well under tight deadlines.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Resourceful employee with outstanding knowledge to develop and maintain healthy customer pipeline. Consistently works to attract new business opportunities. Talent in administrative oversight, recruitment processes and customer service improvements.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project safety manager
Washirika 3 Oaks
Johannesburg
06.2020 - Current
- Championed proactive accident prevention initiatives, resulting in significant reduction in injury rates among employees.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the organisation by fostering open communication channels about potential risks.
- Managed risk assessments to reduce potential hazards in the work environment.
- Implemented corrective measures for identified health and safety issues, improving overall working conditions.
- Supported cost and quantity estimations for improved work schedule planning.
- Created detailed survey reports outlining possible issues and recommended solutions.
- Carried out ground and soil testing to determine suitability for construction projects.
- Identified project constraints, using technical knowledge to advise on alternative solutions.
- Used safety equipment, measuring instruments, and technical drawing software across different project stages.
- Scheduled tasks strategically to meet set deadlines for construction work.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current legislation for guaranteed project compliance.
- Supported whole lifecycle of construction projects by modelling building information.
- Conducted post-construction inspections to guarantee conformity to agreed plans.
- Identified need for maintenance and repair work, scheduling as necessary.
- Performed field research to assess proposed construction methods.
- Developed policy implementation strategies for civil engineering tasks.
- Outlined possible safety hazards through diligent risk assessments and analyses.
- Advised teams working on construction projects to create robust, technically sound structures.
- Checked designs for potential risks and non-conformance issues with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with design and construction teams to ascertain and meet technical scope.
- Inspected and surveyed proposed sites against suitability requirements.
- Detected fire hazards and outlined detailed to mitigate risk of fire.
- Assessed building proposals against safety and planning laws to maintain project compliance.
- Advised senior management on cost-effective ways to improve workplace safety without compromising efficiency or productivity.
- Streamlined reporting processes, enhancing accuracy in hazard identification and assessment reports.
- Coordinated with external auditors for routine checks, guaranteeing up-to-date compliance with industry standards.
- Kept abreast of updates in health and safety regulations; ensured company policies were adjusted accordingly.
- Developed emergency protocols to enhance staff preparedness during crisis situations.
- Fostered strong relationships with regulatory authorities, smoothing out any compliance-related challenges that arose during projects.
- Ensured compliance with local safety regulations through meticulous audits and reviews.
- Led health and safety training programmes for increased staff awareness and commitment.
- Conducted regular site inspections, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Enhanced safety operations by creating and implementing comprehensive project safety plans.
- Facilitated workshops focusing on best practices in industrial hygiene; led to an increase in overall cleanliness at worksites.
Project safety manager
The Dawn (Standard Bank )
johannesburg
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Generated detailed incident reports to facilitate effective remedial actions post-accidents or incidents at work sites.
- Ensured compliance with local safety regulations through meticulous audits and reviews.
- Advised senior management on cost-effective ways to improve workplace safety without compromising efficiency or productivity.
- Implemented corrective measures for identified health and safety issues, improving overall working conditions.
- Championed proactive accident prevention initiatives, resulting in significant reduction in injury rates among employees.
- Fostered strong relationships with regulatory authorities, smoothing out any compliance-related challenges that arose during projects.
- Managed risk assessments to reduce potential hazards in the work environment.
- Aligned health and safety strategies with corporate objectives; resulted in seamless implementation across all levels of the organisation.
- Enhanced safety operations by creating and implementing comprehensive project safety plans.
- Streamlined reporting processes, enhancing accuracy in hazard identification and assessment reports.
- Kept abreast of updates in health and safety regulations; ensured company policies were adjusted accordingly.
- Developed emergency protocols to enhance staff preparedness during crisis situations.
- Facilitated workshops focusing on best practices in industrial hygiene; led to an increase in overall cleanliness at worksites.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the organisation by fostering open communication channels about potential risks.
- Led health and safety training programmes for increased staff awareness and commitment.
- Conducted regular site inspections, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Supported whole lifecycle of construction projects by modelling building information.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current legislation for guaranteed project compliance.
- Carried out ground and soil testing to determine suitability for construction projects.
- Outlined possible safety hazards through diligent risk assessments and analyses.
- Identified need for maintenance and repair work, scheduling as necessary.
- Developed policy implementation strategies for civil engineering tasks.
- Supported cost and quantity estimations for improved work schedule planning.
- Inspected and surveyed proposed sites against suitability requirements.
- Performed field research to assess proposed construction methods.
- Checked designs for potential risks and non-conformance issues with health and safety regulations.
- Advised teams working on construction projects to create robust, technically sound structures.
- Detected fire hazards and outlined detailed to mitigate risk of fire.
- Collaborated with design and construction teams to ascertain and meet technical scope.
- Conducted post-construction inspections to guarantee conformity to agreed plans.
- Identified project constraints, using technical knowledge to advise on alternative solutions.
- Scheduled tasks strategically to meet set deadlines for construction work.
- Created detailed survey reports outlining possible issues and recommended solutions.
Senior safety officer
CBMI
Mafikeng
01.2016 - 04.2018
- Advised on personal protective equipment usage optimising workplace security.
- Participated in professional development trainings to stay abreast of industry standards in health and safety practices.
- Inspected work areas for identifying potential risks promptly.
- Facilitated first-aid training sessions amongst employees enhancing their preparedness during emergencies.
- Updated company's risk assessment records regularly, keeping them current and relevant.
- Reviewed company's adherence to Health and Safety regulations, ensured full compliance.
- Liaised with external health and safety bodies for staying updated on regulations.
- Instituted strong communication channels that improved information dissemination during emergencies.
- Prepared monthly reports on health and safety activities for senior management review.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for minimising potential hazards.
- Managed incident reporting process, ensuring accurate documentation of accidents or near-misses.
- Monitored safety equipment, maintaining optimum performance at all times.
- Established emergency procedures, ensuring swift response in crisis situations.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing stringent health and safety policies.
- Improved staff awareness with regular safety training sessions.
- Collaborated with management to create a culture of safety within the organisation.
- Provided support during regulatory audits by presenting necessary documentation and records.
- Coordinated fire drills to ensure efficient evacuation processes.
- Implemented corrective actions after accident investigations to prevent recurrences.
- Handled hazardous materials safely reducing exposure-related incidents significantly.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
- Advised senior stakeholders on cost-effective risk management strategies.
- Improved workplace safety through regular compliance assessments.
- Documented accidents and injuries in detail to enable future prevention.
- Prioritised health and safety when working on projects for clients across industries.
- Maintained working knowledge of current laws and legislation on health, sanitation and safety.
- Implemented and monitored programmes intended to reduce environmental pollution.
- Trained staff and contractors on occupational and environmental health compliance.
Safety Officer
CIVCON
Johannesburg
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Recommended improvements in the workplace for enhanced worker protection.
- Provided guidance on hazardous materials handling techniques, protecting workers from potential hazards.
- Championed integration of safety management systems to streamline reporting processes and enhance overall safety program effectiveness.
- Assessed potential occupational risks posed by changes to workflows or environments to help advise stakeholders.
- Investigated incidents, identifying root causes for prevention of future occurrences.
- Maintained a safe working environment by implementing safety protocols.
- Collaborated closely with all levels of personnel whilst promoting a culture of shared responsibility towards workplace wellbeing.
- Maintained up-to-date expertise on local safety codes to advise workplace management.
- Facilitated regular site inspections, ensuring rigorous adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with management teams to implement effective safety policies.
- Coordinated first aid training sessions for employees, enhancing workplace preparedness.
- Designed and implemented workplace safety programmes and training initiatives, cultivating culture of safety consciousness.
- Advised on necessary changes in health and safety operations, increasing overall efficiency.
- Compiled safety improvement plans tailored to variety of workplace environments.
Safety Officer
Concor
Lephalale
02.2007 - 05.2010
- Ensured adherence to fire safety guidelines by conducting regular drills.
- Provided advice on necessary changes to working practices for better worker protection.
- Raised workers' awareness about potential hazards through educational seminars, improving overall workplace security.
- Prepared detailed reports following any incident or accident within the workplace, vital for future reference and prevention strategies.
- Coordinated the use of protective clothing and equipment, ensuring worker wellbeing.
- Collaborated with management for the development of safety policies and procedures.
- Managed first aid provisions for immediate response during emergencies.
- Liaised with external health and safety authorities for enhanced regulatory compliance.
- Trained personnel on health and safety practices to improve risk awareness.
- Assisted in carrying out risk assessments, which led to possible threat identification.
- Conducted workplace inspections to identify safety hazards.
- Participated in safety committee meetings; led to improvements in established protocols.
- Implemented new safety measures, resulting in reduced workplace incidents.
- Monitored storage and disposal of hazardous materials, ensuring environmental protection compliance.
- Recorded hazard and risk data for ongoing analysis and evaluation.
Education
SAMTRAC - SAFETY
Nosa
South Africa 07.2009 - 08.2009
NVQ Level 3 - OHSAS18001
DQS
South Africa 09.2012 - 09.2012
NVQ Level 3 - First Aid Level 3
Lion pride
South Africa 05.2025 - 05.2025
NVQ Level 3 - Fall Protection Planner
Lion pride
Fall Protection Planner 05.2025 - 05.2025
NVQ Level 1 - Legal Liability
Lion Pride
South Africa 05.2025 - 05.2025
SVQ Level 2 - HIRA
South Africa
South Africa 05.2025 - 05.2025
NVQ Level 3 - Incident Investigation
LION PRIDE
South Africa 04.2025 - 04.2025
NVQ Level 1 - Manual Handling
LION PRIDE
South Africa 03.2025 - 03.2025
Skills
Construction site supervision
Ability to effectively plan
Workplace ergonomics awareness
Crisis communication capabilities
Occupational health understanding
Workplace inspection
Teamwork skills
Protective equipment use
Analytical skills
Safety planning
Contractors' safety supervision
Strategic risk reduction planning
Auditing experience
Equipment inspection proficiency
Incident reporting
Hazard identification
Fire prevention strategies
Hazardous material handling
Environmental impact assessment
Incident Management
Risk perception
Environmental standards implementation
Computer literate
Collaboration skills
Preventive measures knowledge
Documenting and record keeping
Regulatory compliance insight
Qualified in asbestos awareness
OSHA compliance regulations
Personnel protective equipment guidance
Safe work method statements
Lifting procedure protocols
Root cause analysis expertise
Chemical handling protocol
Use of safety software
Slips, trips, falls prevention
Accident investigation techniques
Risk mitigation planning
ISO 45001 standards familiarity
Emergency response coordination
Fire safety management
Safety auditing
Expertise in loler regulations
Safety training delivery
Waste management procedures
First Aid certification
Machinery operation
Equipment inspection
Compliance understanding
Policy implementation
Firefighting equipment operation
Health and Safety auditing
Accident investigation
Safety awareness
Construction site safety
Chemical handling
Structural analysis
Public speaking
Database management
Budget management
Wastewater treatment
Languages
English
Intermediate
Afrikaans
Intermediate
sesotho
Intermediate
Sepedi
Intermediate
Isizulu
Elementary
Xitsonga
Elementary
Vhenda
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
Shona
Beginner
Timeline
NVQ Level 3 - First Aid Level 3
Lion pride
05.2025 - 05.2025
NVQ Level 3 - Fall Protection Planner
Lion pride
05.2025 - 05.2025
NVQ Level 1 - Legal Liability
Lion Pride
05.2025 - 05.2025
SVQ Level 2 - HIRA
South Africa
05.2025 - 05.2025
NVQ Level 3 - Incident Investigation
LION PRIDE
04.2025 - 04.2025
NVQ Level 1 - Manual Handling
LION PRIDE
03.2025 - 03.2025
Project safety manager
Washirika 3 Oaks
06.2020 - Current
Project safety manager
The Dawn (Standard Bank )
08.2018 - 05.2021
Senior safety officer
CBMI
01.2016 - 04.2018
NVQ Level 3 - OHSAS18001
DQS
09.2012 - 09.2012
Safety Officer
CIVCON
03.2011 - 06.2013
SAMTRAC - SAFETY
Nosa
07.2009 - 08.2009
Safety Officer
Concor
02.2007 - 05.2010