Nomsizo Nekhwalivhe
Springs
Summary
Experienced SHEQ professional with 18+ years in the transport sector, specializing in Railway and Port terminals. Demonstrated expertise in safety compliance, risk assessment, and accident prevention. Ensures strict adherence to OHS Act, ISO 45001, and industry standards. Proficient in incident investigation, root cause analysis, SHE auditing, and implementing safety programs for continuous improvement. Strong leadership in stakeholder engagement and operational SHE management across Yards, Depots, and Port Terminals. Committed to fostering a proactive safety culture and minimizing workplace risks.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SHEQ Officer
Transnet Port Terminals
Durban
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinate and monitor implementation of SHEQ policies and legislation across landside, waterside, fleet, and technical operational units, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Implement SHEQ systems and controls, contributing to a 30% reduction in non-compliance findings during audits for the 2024-2025 financial year.
- Performed over 50 site-specific SHEQ audits annually, driving adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Leading more than eight risk assessments, maintaining a comprehensive risk register, and conducting monthly inspections, reducing workplace hazards by 40%.
- Developed, tested, and enhanced emergency response plans, resulting in a 25% improvement in response time during drills.
- Trained over 100 employees on hazard identification, safety protocols, and incident prevention, leading to a significant drop in safety-related incidents.
- Compiling and analyzing monthly SHEQ statistics, supporting decision-making, and ensuring accurate reporting to senior leadership.
- Authored and revised over ten work instructions and safety procedures, aligning them with best practices and regulatory updates.
- Liaising with external auditors and regulatory bodies, contributing to successful external audits with zero major findings.
- Investigated and resolved 100% of reported incidents within 7 days as per the occurrence management procedure, with detailed reports submitted to relevant stakeholders.
Safety Official
Transnet Freight Rail
Springs
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to ensure Nelspruit area adheres to all safety, health, and environment regulations and enforced compliance, improving safety performance by 75%.
- Audited Transnet Integrated Management System, Transnet Occurrence Management System, and IsoMetrix system to +80% conformance.
Senior Administrative Official-Safety
Transnet Freight Rail
Nelspruit
09.2014 - 09.2022
- Functioned in partnership with the safety specialist/official in fully supporting work areas with the required compliance support, advice, and assistance.
- Coordinated 100% of departmental schedules and appointments.
- Prepared and distributed correspondence, memos, and reports.
- Maintained office supplies and equipment and placed orders at quarterly intervals.
- Assisted with the preparation of financial budgets and expense reports yearly.
- Shared company policies and procedures with teams, ensuring submission of communication records on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Chief Shedman
Transnet Freight Rail
Nelspruit
04.2010 - 07.2014
- Led shed personnel to ensure a 100% safe working environment, enforcing compliance with safety regulations and encouraging best practices
- Working across teams, engaging various stakeholders to ensure 80% on-time departures and arrivals of trains
- Monitored time exceeding of personnel and ensured relief' crews are sent on time.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Train Assistant
Transnet Freight Rail
Nelspruit
05.2006 - 03.2010
- Inspecting critical areas and components on locomotives, train loads, and along routes, allowing the Nelspruit area to increase revenue by 40% due to customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a zero incident tolerance record throughout as a train assistant.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa03.2025
National Diploma - Safety Management
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa05.2018
Skills
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Accident/Incident Investigation
- Root-Cause Analysis
- SHE Audits and Inspections
- Emergency Preparedness
- Contractor SHE Management
- SHE Training
Accomplishments
- 01/2010-12/2014
- Successfully led a team, achieving zero-tolerance for safety incidents.
- Ensured trains depart and arrive on time, and safely with 100%-no incidents.
- Successfully led the shed personnel and managed to achieve 100% safely placing and clearing of rolling stock leading to customer satisfaction.
- 01/2022-12/2024
- Successfully managed to assist the Welgedag area to reduce BSC safety incidents by 30% 2023-2024 financial year- Implemented proactive safety trainings.
- Successfully led emergency drills - led full-scale simulations, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Formed part of the audit team for TFR North Corridor TIMS Audits.
- Assisted Welgedag area during TIMS Audits - Ensured full audit compliance with zero major non-conformances.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections improving compliance with 80%.
- 01/2024-Present
- Successfully assisted the port terminal to close off Board of Inquiry action for a 2022 Level-1 incident (Straddle carrier capsizing).
- Enforcing compliance-ensured the shift achieves 100% compliance with SHE Committee meetings for the 2024-2025 financial year.
Affiliations
South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH), Graduate Member
Languages
English
Siswati
Zulu
Drivers Licence - Type
Code 10 C1
Information Systems
- Transnet Integrated Management System (TIMS)
- SAP System Client 01
- Transnet Occurrence Management System (TOMS)
- Isometrix
- Visible Felt Leadership (VFL)
Certification
ISO 14001
ISO 45001
ISO 9001
Timeline
SHEQ Officer
Transnet Port Terminals
03.2024 - Current
Safety Official
Transnet Freight Rail
10.2022 - 02.2024
Senior Administrative Official-Safety
Transnet Freight Rail
09.2014 - 09.2022
Chief Shedman
Transnet Freight Rail
04.2010 - 07.2014
Train Assistant
Transnet Freight Rail
05.2006 - 03.2010
National Diploma - Safety Management
University of South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management
University of South Africa
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