Nomthandazo Bongiwe Rieta Ndlovu
SHERQ Officer
Gauteng
Summary
Experienced SHEQ Officer with a proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain health, safety, and environmental standards across diverse industries. Specializing in warehousing, logistics, telecommunications, manufacturing, and construction, I offer over 5 years of expertise in compliance management, risk assessments, and process improvements. Proficient in regulatory compliance, ISO management systems, and employee training, I foster safety cultures and drive operational excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2042
2042
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certificates
Work History
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Takealot HQ
11.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive health and safety procedures for warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001
- Conducted risk assessments on material handling and storage, leading to a reduction in safety incidents
- Delivered safety training and toolbox talks, boosting compliance and safety awareness for +2500 employees across all departments
- Managed contractor safety files and maintained compliance with local and national safety regulations
- Led root cause investigations for workplace incidents, implementing corrective actions that improved workplace safety metrics
SHEQ Officer (Fixed-term Contract)
Huawei (Telkom & MTN Projects)
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Conducted safety and quality audits for telecommunications equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Developed and implemented safety and quality policies, contributing to a increase in project safety performance
- Investigated and reported accidents and near-misses, identifying and addressing root causes to prevent recurrence
- Liaised with regulatory bodies and stakeholders on safety and quality matters
EHS & Quality Officer
Dartcom-Gbitel
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducted workplace inspections and audits, achieving a 100% compliance rate during external safety audits
- Developed and implemented environmental and safety training programs, improving employee engagement with SHEQ standards
- Managed risk assessments for new projects, aligning safety practices with company objectives
- Coordinated emergency response drills, ensuring preparedness for potential safety incidents
Health and Safety Officer
Tsw Construction
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained SHEQ records and ensured compliance with OHS Act during road construction projects
- Conducted site inspections, risk assessments, and safety briefings, improving on-site safety by 25%
- Developed emergency response plans and implemented traffic control measures in line with regulatory requirements
Education
Master of Philosophy - Quality Engineering
06-2025
Honours Degree - Quality Engineering
Advanced Diploma - Quality Engineering
04.2001 - 01.2019
SAMTRAC Masterclass - Warehousing and Logistics
Skills
SHEQ Management Systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001)
Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis
Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Training and Compliance Workshops
Auditing and Inspection
Regulatory Compliance (OHS Act)
Emergency Response Planning
LexisNexis GRC System Management
Workplace inspections
Hazard Identification
Accident investigation
Incident Reporting
Safety training development
ISDP Software
Timeline
Occupational Health and Safety Officer - Takealot HQ
11.2023 - Current
SHEQ Officer (Fixed-term Contract) - Huawei (Telkom & MTN Projects)
11.2022 - 11.2023
EHS & Quality Officer - Dartcom-Gbitel
09.2020 - 09.2022
Health and Safety Officer - Tsw Construction
01.2019 - 08.2020
University of Johannesburg - Advanced Diploma, Quality Engineering
04.2001 - 01.2019
University of Johannesburg - Honours Degree, Quality Engineering
NOSA - SAMTRAC Masterclass, Warehousing and Logistics
University of Johannesburg - Master of Philosophy, Quality Engineering
Languages
English (Fluent)
Zulu (Fluent)
Sotho (Conversational)
Afrikaans (Conversational)
Certification
Certified Fibre Optic Technician
References
- Elizabeth Ngwenya, SHEQ Manager, Dartcom-Gbitel, 078 313 0523
- Mr. Banda, Health and Safety Manager, Tsw Construction, 083 226 9787
- Mr. Mhlanga, EHS Manager, Huawei-Telkom and MTN Projects, 064 974 4503
- Lefa Maine General Manager, Takealot HQ, Lefa.maine@takealot.com, 0814247643
Personal Information
- Nationality: South African
- Date of Birth: 01/04/95
- Driving License: Yes (own vehicle)
References
- Elizabeth Ngwenya, SHEQ Manager, Dartcom-Gbitel, 078 313 0523
- Mr. Banda, Health and Safety Manager, Tsw Construction, 083 226 9787
- Mr. Mhlanga, EHS Manager, Huawei-Telkom and MTN Projects, 064 974 4503
- Sipho Mnisi, SHERQ Manager, Takealot HQ, Sipho.mnisi@takealot.com, 082 742 6330