Noluvuyo Mpande
Occupation Health And Safety Officer
Cape Town
Summary
Knowledgeable professional eager to leverage knowledge in occupational health and safety. Qualified to create safety policies, conduct inspections and deliver training. Smart and efficient with relevant software and technology for data analysis and reporting. High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Working On Fire
Pinelands Cape Town
06.2011 - 02.2024
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Reduced accident rates through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive recommendations for improvements.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and implementing effective hazard control measures.
- Spearheaded efforts to minimize environmental impacts through waste reduction initiatives and sustainable resource usage practices.
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through participation in industry conferences, seminars, and educational workshops.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance through ongoing communication and feedback mechanisms.
- Performed regular audits of contractor safety records, ensuring adherence to established standards throughout the supply chain.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Diploma - Occupational Health And Safety
Shields
OnlineSkills
Industrial hygiene
Personal Protective Equipment
Accident investigation
Workplace inspections
Incident Reporting
Hazard Identification
Chemical Handling
Transportation safety
Lockout and tagout procedures
Health and Safety Audits
Safety training development
Fire safety management
Ergonomic Evaluations
Occupational health programs
Manual handling
Machine guarding
Emergency Response Planning
Active Listening
Training Coordination
Effective Communication
Emergency response plans
Root Cause Analysis
Time management abilities
Adaptability and Flexibility
Hazardous waste management
Team building
Adaptability
Risk Assessment
Decision-Making
Continuous Improvement
Multitasking Abilities
Attention to Detail
Multitasking
Organizational Skills
Written Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Time Management
Certification
Root course Analysis
Timeline
Root course Analysis
09-2019
Iso 45 00 1
06-2019
Ndzalama Couching and Mentoring
04-2018
Introduction to Samtrac
06-2017
Incident command system
05-2016
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Working On Fire
06.2011 - 02.2024
Diploma - Occupational Health And Safety
Shields