Nosihle Mbatha
Health, Safety And Environmental
Germiston
Summary
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. Efficient health,safety and environmental officer with solid background in emergency response procedures and management. Skilled in implementing safety programs and conducting risk assessments and investigations. Strong organizational skills with extensive knowledge of safety compliance and regulations. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Health and Safety Officer
Khanyisa Civils & General Maintenance
07.2021 - 02.2024
- Assist with preparation of construction health and safety plan, attend project planning meetings
- Conduct site safety inductions, trainings and HIRA
- Confirm necessary documentation was submitted to relevant authorities and proper alignment with necessary construction regulations and policies
- Assessment and approval of contractor(s) health and safety plans, attend regular site, technical and progress meetings
- Set up and supervising temporary work areas, facilitate site health and safety meetings
- Identification of hazards and risks relevant to construction project through regular coordinated site inspection
- Establish and maintain health and safety communication structures and systems, distribution of health and safety specific documents to sub-contractors
- Improve workplace safety, compiling project specific emergency response and preparedness plan
- Testing effectiveness of emergency plans
- Evaluate levels of compliance of subcontractors to specific health and safety plan and client specifications through inspections and audits
- Oversee reporting and investigation of project related incidents, oversee maintenance of all records
- Use of trends analysis to identify system deficiencies and incident trends, outline relevant improvements, incorporate of changes into health and safety management system
- Development of technical reports in relations to health and safety issues and communicate through presentation to diverse groups of decision makers
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
- Reduced occurrence of accidents by implementing safety training programs for employees
- Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance
ICT and Administration
Isihlangusikazulu Primary School
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Administrative work
- Computer proficiency work in all Ms office and Microsoft office 365
- Integrate security, physical control solutions for all confidential data and systems
- Integrate and configure computer networking for best performance
- Evaluate, analyze and update SASAMS work at all times
- Identify security gaps and provide relevant solutions in consultation with admin clerk
- Test and evaluate all new technology for school improvements, education and admin
- Preparing, organizing and storing information in paper and all digital form, make appointments and referrals
- Perform data capturing and filing tasks, render administration support services to all school and extended community involved
- Gather and analyze necessary information, introduce new updated techniques and technologies to make it easier for educators and learners to engage and learn plus teach
- Perform school safety frameworks and update safety structure.
- Monitored and compiled data and reports to present to leadership.
- Produced reports outlining latest financial information such as expenses, income and outstanding balances.
- Conducted regular audits to identify areas of improvement and maintain a robust control environment.
- Drove operational efficiency within administration team through continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
SHE REP
TRANSNET
07.2023 - 07.2023
- To represent employees on all matters concerning HSE
- Complete DSTI, HIRA and housekeeping
- Toolbox, health, safety and environmental talks everyday before work starts
- Ensure workers comply to all health and safety regulations and policies and all documents are up to date
- Evaluate and analyze risk assessment and corrective measures to be taken
- Supervise operation of any potential hazards in the workplace, ensure that every employee has proper PPE and understand the usage of PPE
- Improve workplace safety and employee productivity by transitioning from manual safety procedures to digital safety management systems
- Ensure SAFE working areas both on ground and at height
- Provide OSHA training, inductions and inspections
- Make HSE recommendations
- Perform alcohol testing, equipment inspection, everyday checklist fulfillment, report writing and auditing
- Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, injuries and refer them to the proper authorities, perform first aider duties at all times when necessary
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Collaborated with management to establish a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Optimized workplace ergonomics through assessments and recommendations, minimizing strain-related injuries among staff members.
- Improved employee awareness of safety practices by developing and delivering engaging training sessions.
- Developed risk assessments for various tasks, reducing the likelihood of accidents or incidents occurring in the workplace.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Trainee Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Injiki Technologies
1 2021 - 6 2021
- Identify and assess hazards, risks and control measures for a specific operation or process, perform risk assessment(HIRA)
- Conduct ongoing review of operations and processes to identify potential hazards, risks and control measures that should be implemented to reduce these risks, including all costs involved in implementing such measures
- Assess and document hazards, risks and controls in a manner consistent with established procedures and practices
- Set up and supervising temporary work areas
- Supervise the safe handling, storage & disposal of hazardous materials
- Supervise operation of any potential hazards in the workplace
- Improve workplace safety and employee productivity by transitioning from manual safety procedures to digital safety management systems
- Ensure that all company employees meet all OSHA requirements
- Provide OSHA training if necessary
- Ensure that health, safety, and environmental policies are followed
- Investigate workplace accidents and injuries and refer them to the proper authorities
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Implemented ergonomics assessments to optimize workstation design for improved employee comfort and reduced injury risks.
- Spearheaded efforts to minimize environmental impacts through waste reduction initiatives and sustainable resource usage 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.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Identified areas of improvement in current training programs and implemented necessary changes for better outcomes
- Enhanced trainee experience by developing comprehensive orientation programs and hands-on training sessions
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures
Education
Introduction To SAMTRAC
NOSA
SAMTRAC
NOSA
FIRST AID LEVEL 1
NOSA
LEGAL LIABILITY
NOSA
INCIDENT INVESTIGATION LEVEL 3
NOSA
ISO45001,ISO9001,ISO22000
ALLISON
Skills
Excellent Communication
Time management abilities
Problem-Solving
Analytical Skills
Decision-Making
Safety program development
Health and Safety Audits and report
Emergency Response Planning
Asbestos Management
Industry Awareness
Accident investigation
Safety training development
Knowledge of ISO standards, NEMA, COIDA
HACCP Knowledge
Waste Management
Workplace inspections
Occupational health
Industrial hygiene
Demographics
willing to relocate or work at any region
Remuneration
As offered, Negotiable
Skills Matrix
Windows 10 and 11, Advance, Microsoft Word, Advance, Microsoft Excel, Advance, Microsoft PowerPoint, Advance, Microsoft Outlook, Advance, Microsoft 365, Advance, Microsoft Teams, Advance, Zoom, Advance, Join Me, Advance.
Alternative Email Address
zethunmbatha@gmail.com
Cellphone Number
+27-(0)79 339 7896 / +27-(0)69 117 8078
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/03/01
References
- Mbatha Khulekani, Chief Executive Officer, Injiki technologies, 0745155070, mbathak@injikitechnologies.co.za
- LUTHANDO, Contracts manager, Khanyisa civils & general maintenance, 0747046908
- Thabisile Khalishwayo, Admin clerk, Isihlangusikazulu Primary School, 0793371434
- Eddie Phiri, Supervisor, TRANSNET, 0838607297
Languages
English
afrikaans
Isizulu
swati
Xhosa
Additional Information
Work practice in food safety
COSMOC 1 & 2
Basic firefighting
competent A & B
ISO 22000 Auditing
Timeline
SHE REP
TRANSNET
07.2023 - 07.2023
ICT and Administration
Isihlangusikazulu Primary School
01.2023 - 09.2023
Construction Health and Safety Officer
Khanyisa Civils & General Maintenance
07.2021 - 02.2024
Trainee Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Injiki Technologies
1 2021 - 6 2021
Introduction To SAMTRAC
NOSA
SAMTRAC
NOSA
FIRST AID LEVEL 1
NOSA
LEGAL LIABILITY
NOSA
INCIDENT INVESTIGATION LEVEL 3
NOSA
ISO45001,ISO9001,ISO22000
ALLISON
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