Nicoshia Petro
Cape Town
Summary
I am 34 year-old South African citizen. An experienced licensed
driver. Currently working SHEQ Officer. However, I am venturing into the employment market ready for a new opportunity. My objective is to constantly be in a mental and intellectually stimulating environment. I am reliable, trustworthy, and responsible and deadline orientated. I also label myself as an ethical, disciplined and a result- orientated individual, with an excellent work ethic. I believe I shall be an asset to the
company if afforded the opportunity. I thrive in both a team
environment and individually. I am ultimately driven by ambition and strive for success
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
SHEQ Officer
Frogfoot Networks
05.2018 - Current
- Inspects sites to ensure it is a hazard-free environment and that everything is up to spec
- Reviews and approve all contractor safety files and conduct an audit once a month
- QA and sign off on all sites upon completion
- Liasing with contractors and the public with regards to any concerns or complaints
- Check all handover reports as submitted by the contractor upon completion for approval before invoicing
- Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated
- Ensure the contractors meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting
- Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations
- Conduct Accident Investigations
- Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented
- Verifies that all tools and equipment are adequate and safe
- Reviewing OHSA standards, implementing plans to meet those standards and following all recordkeeping requirements
- Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed and contractors/employees are aware of their responsibilities
- Co-ordinate the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures
- Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Established strong relationships with external stakeholders such as regulators, suppliers, contractors, and community representatives for effective collaboration on SHEQ matters.
- Reduced incident rates through effective risk assessments and hazard identification processes.
- Developed emergency response plans tailored to specific site requirements, ensuring preparedness for potential crisis situations.
- Conducted thorough investigations of accidents, pinpointing root causes and implementing preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.
- Evaluated operational processes for potential hazards, recommending improvements for optimal safety conditions.
- Reviewed facility designs and layouts to ensure optimal safety features were incorporated during construction phases.
- Developed comprehensive SHEQ policies and procedures, resulting in improved compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring ongoing organizational compliance.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for enhancement in existing SHEQ practices and procedures.
- Streamlined internal communication channels for reporting incidents and near misses, leading to quicker response times and resolutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent approach to SHEQ management across the organization.
- Provided coaching and mentorship to junior staff members on various aspects of health, safety, environment, and quality management principles.
- Prepared detailed reports on incident findings for senior leadership review, driving strategic decision-making around SHEQ practices.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Oversaw contractor activities on site to ensure adherence to established SHEQ guidelines during project execution phases.
- Increased employee engagement in safety initiatives by providing tailored training programs and resources.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
Junior SHEQ Officer
Novus Print Solutions / Paarl Media Cape
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Plant SHE Requirements (ISO 14001 and 18001 System)
- Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health
- Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated
- Ensure the Company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting
- Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations
- Conduct Accident Investigations
- Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented
- Plant and Machinery inspections as part of Operations Team
- Audit Preparations and close out all Risk Audit Findings
- Training and Coaching on dozens of safety topics
- Reviewing OHSA standards, implementing plans to meet those standards and following all recordkeeping requirements
- Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed and employees are aware of their responsibilities
- Co-ordinate the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures
- Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained
- Establish a full programme of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks
- Establish a structured programme of health & safety training throughout the Company
- Liaise with external health & safety consultants in the provision of training programmes and health and safety services
- Manage and devise the agenda for, chair and formulate & distribute minutes for the Health & Safety Committee meetings
- Provide regular reports to the Human Resources Manager, Board of Directors/Senior Management Team on relevant health and safety activities
Administrator
JCJ - Neotel Contractor
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Capturing and compiling of As-Build document after project is completed
- Doing all Invoicing for Purchase Orders Received
- Liase with Project Managers
- Liase with Regional Manager
- Obtaining of Wayleaves and Permits
- Getting necessary COC's (Certificate of Completion)
- Making sure all outstanding Reinstatement gets done
- Filing, Recording & Managing of Documents
- Project Management (Update & Check)
- Compiling of Asset Sheet
Metallurgy Clerk
Transhex Group Baken
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Capture production figures on an hourly basis
- Capture plant delays on an Hourly basis
- Capture machine hours on an Excel Spreadsheet
- Capture breakdowns of machinery on MIS system
- Liaise with EME regarding the services of machinery
- Assist Foreman with admin duties
- Do shift attendance on MIS program on a daily basis
Vetting Clerk
Vodacom Shop Tygervalley Headoffices
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Vetting of contracts (data capturing)
- Client account updates
- Processing of POP
- Faxing and Filling
- Referral and Declines
- Upgrade Quotations
- Black Listing - Liaison with VSB
- Address Change
- Migrations
- Vodacom Warranty checks
- Reactivation of deleted sim cards
- Review and validate client's data
- Unlocking sim cards
- Activation and Deactivation of Data services
- Sim swop activations
- Activating of client line
- Dealing with Vetting Queries
- Putting all Data onto an Excel spreadsheet
Supervising Administrator
Ntathu Consulting
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Filing, Recording & Managing of Documents
- Database Management (Update & Check)
- Send and Receiving of Faxes and Photocopying
- Receiving of Incoming Calls and Data
- Data Capturing within a time frame
- Collate Data
- Quality Assuring
- Reconciling of clients details
- Maintain & Update Personnel Records
- Sending and Receiving Correspondence
- Prepare PowerPoint Presentation & Reports
- Review and validate client's data
- Work hand in hand with Operations Manager
- Work hand in hand with Broker at Metropolitan
- Check deadlines on incoming requests
- Electronic checks
- Processing of Data (At Metropolitan)
- Verifying Clients Banking details and ID number
Education
High School - Grade 12, English First Language, Afrikaans First Language, Mathematics, Life Sciences, History, Consumer Studies, Life Orientation
Monument Park High School
CAPE TOWN 01.2004 - 12.2008
Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Business communication, Personnel management, Computer studies
Okiep NTTI
01-2012
Diploma - SAMTRAC
NOSA
01-2016
Certificate - Accident & Incident Investigation
PRO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Certificate - First Aid Level 1
PRO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Plan and Designing on GE Smallworld
NEOTEL MIDRAND
Skills
SAP
MIS
VISIO
GE Smallworld
SMARTSHEET
SOLID
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Internet
Personal Information
- ID Number: 900505 0282 086
- License: Code 08
- Citizenship: South African
- Health Status: Excellent
- Criminal Record: None
- Date of Birth: 05/05/90
- Gender: Coloured female
Timeline
SHEQ Officer
Frogfoot Networks
05.2018 - Current
Junior SHEQ Officer
Novus Print Solutions / Paarl Media Cape
03.2017 - 03.2018
Administrator
JCJ - Neotel Contractor
02.2016 - 02.2017
Metallurgy Clerk
Transhex Group Baken
05.2014 - 01.2016
Vetting Clerk
Vodacom Shop Tygervalley Headoffices
01.2013 - 12.2013
Supervising Administrator
Ntathu Consulting
01.2009 - 12.2011
High School - Grade 12, English First Language, Afrikaans First Language, Mathematics, Life Sciences, History, Consumer Studies, Life Orientation
Monument Park High School
01.2004 - 12.2008
Certificate - Accident & Incident Investigation
PRO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Certificate - First Aid Level 1
PRO SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Plan and Designing on GE Smallworld
NEOTEL MIDRAND
Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, Business communication, Personnel management, Computer studies
Okiep NTTI
Diploma - SAMTRAC
NOSA
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