Willem Nicolaas Prinsloo
Heath And Safety Specialist Practitioner
Centurion
Summary
My goal is to achieve above-average success in the tasks assigned to me.
- To be an asset with the great ambition of accomplishment for the company.
- Flexible and open to change, quickly adjusting to new circumstances and feedback.
- Demonstrate unwavering dedication to goals and responsibilities, going the extra mile to achieve them.
- Approach challenges with creativity and resourcefulness, finding effective solutions even under pressure.
- Exhibit reliability, diligence, and a consistent level of high performance in all tasks.
- Clearly and persuasively share ideas, listen actively, and collaborate well with others.
- I Maintain a positive attitude and perseverance in the face of setbacks or obstacles.
- I Ensure accuracy and thoroughness in my work, avoiding errors and oversights.
- I Prioritize tasks efficiently, manage deadlines effectively, and balance multiple responsibilities.
- Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth, staying updated with industry trends and improving my skills.
- Take on leadership roles when appropriate, inspire and motivate others, and foster a collaborative team environment.
- Understand and respond to the needs and feelings of others, building strong interpersonal relationships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Health and Safety Officer / Legal Health and Safety Advisor
Solidarity
6 2011 - 2 2015
- All Health and Safety operations of Solidarity and its affiliates: Managing overall Health and Safety of the company’s construction operations, Handling formal inquiries conducted by the Department of Labour and Department of Mineral Resources, Aided in departmental communications with line functions, Handle OHS inquiries from employers and employees, Reporting and Investigating workplace accidents, Health and Safety Chairperson of Solidarity, Designing Emergency Evacuation Plans and conducting fire drills, Provide legal advice regarding health and safety, Managing construction sites for Company
Specialist Health and Safety Practitioner
Solidarity
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Specialist advice to handle claims on behalf of members, COIDA, RMA, Audits and legal advice: Section 91 Objections against the decision of RMA or COIDA, Conducting Audits, Managing overall Health and Safety of the company’s construction operations, Handling formal inquiries conducted by the Department of Labour and Department of Mineral Resources, Committee member on the Safety in Mines Research Advisory Committee (SIMRAC), OHS inquiries from employers and employees, Member of the Mine Health and Safety Council of South Africa, Reporting and Investigating workplace accidents, Provide legal advice regarding health and safety, Managing construction sites for Company, Provide and assist members with legal advice on the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993/Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996, Provide legal assistance for our members at Section 65 MHSA inquiries, Working with various committees and institutions, Carry out external health and safety audits, Technical Safety advisor for the Health and Safety Department
Network-organiser Solidarity Metal and Engineering Industry
Solidarity
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Labour relations and legal processes in the Individual and/or collective labour environment: Arbitrations at the MEIBC an CCMA, Merit Review of cases and assisting members with disputes in CCMA, MIEBC, Medical Incapacity Hearings, Disciplinary Enquiries, Short-time, 189 Retrenchments and Section 197 transfer of business, Injury Incapacity hearings, Reporting Injury on duty and diseases claims, Managing of labour relations - 400 collective companies in the Metal and Engineering Industry
Specialist Health and Safety Practitioner
Solidarity
02.2016 - 01.2022
- All Health and Safety operations of Solidarity and its affiliates: Managing overall Health and Safety of the company’s construction operations, Handling formal inquiries conducted by the Department of Labour and Department of Mineral Resources, Chairperson of the Ukhozi Tripartite meeting, Committee member on the Safety in Mines Research Advisory Committee (SIMRAC), Aided in departmental communications with line functions, OHS inquiries from employers and employees, Member of the Mine Health and Safety Council of South Africa, Reporting and Investigating workplace accidents, Health and Safety Chairperson of Solidarity, Emergency Evacuation Plans and conducting fire drills, Provide legal advice regarding health and safety, Managing construction sites for Company, Provide and assist members with legal advice on the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993/Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996, Provide legal assistance for our members at Section 65 MHSA inquiries, Working with various committees and institutions, Carry out external health and safety audits, Write articles for Solidarity Magazine, Technical Safety advisor for the Health and Safety Department
Facilities Manager
KANTON
01.2015 - 01.2016
- All operations of the Solidarity Movement: Security Management, Managing Maintenance team, Financial Management for budgeting and projects of the company, Managing of cleaning and waste management services, Managing of Servest Garden maintenance team, Compiling monthly statistics of the company’s operations, Implementation of company policies, Compliance with Building safety, Carrying out Health & Safety audits, Project Manager of Akademia Business Park project, Contractor management, Baseline Risk Assessments, Contractor Management 37.2 appointments and health and Health and Health and Safety Files, Solar PV project management, Project Manager’s duties during projects, Compiling monthly building statistics of power usage, Compiling monthly water usage, Managing and monitoring task management system, Asset Management, Risk Management, Building conditioning, Municipal service management, 3rd Party contractor management
Education
Grade 12, with university exemption -
Nylstroom High school
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Skills
Incident Reporting
Accident investigation
Hazard Identification
Occupational health
Workplace inspections
Safety audits
Chemical Handling
Ergonomics Evaluation
Contractor Management
Risk Assessment
Emergency response plans
Root Cause Analysis
Decision-Making
Health and Safety Implementation
Compiling Health and Safety Files
Contractor/Client OHS Management
Baseline Risk Assessment
COIDA
SANS 10400 Part T, “Fire Protection
Leadership Experience
2006, School council
Professional Registration
South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH), Graduate Member, 39459373
Specialized fields
- Specialist Health and Safety Practitioner
- Sound knowledge (OHSA 85 of 1993) (MHSA 29 of 1996) (COIDA) (LABOUR LAW)
- Registered as a Graduate member of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
- Health and Safety compilation and implementation.
- Registered to issue companies with a Certificate of Compliance.
- Implementation of effective health and safety systems.
- Building and maintaining a durable, effective safety culture in companies.
- 13 years’ experience in OHSA and MHSA.
- Provided legal advice to members and represented them during Section 65 Mine Inquiries and Section 32 inquiries.
- Appointed Safety Manager at Construction project ERF 250 Kloofsig.
Personal Information
- ID Number: 890 331 521 0085
- Driving License: Code B
Certification
NOSA accredited and Legal Liability
Timeline
NOSA accredited and Legal Liability
07-2024
ISO 45001 (NOSA)
03-2024
NOSA Auditors Course
06-2023
Specialist Health and Safety Practitioner
Solidarity
06.2023 - 08.2024
Network-organiser Solidarity Metal and Engineering Industry
Solidarity
02.2022 - 06.2023
Specialist Health and Safety Practitioner
Solidarity
02.2016 - 01.2022
Facilities Manager
KANTON
01.2015 - 01.2016
Hazard identification Risk assessment training course (NOSA)
06-2014
Safety Management Training Course (SAMTRAC FOR MINING)
02-2012
SAMTRAC NOSA
02-2010
Health and Safety Officer / Legal Health and Safety Advisor
Solidarity
6 2011 - 2 2015
Grade 12, with university exemption -
Nylstroom High school
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