PATIENCE SANGO
SAFETY OFFICER | HSE | RISK MANAGEMENT
Witbank
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented HSE professional with practical experience in workplace health and safety, risk assessment, inspections, incident investigation, safety documentation, employee induction and training administration. Holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management, SAMTRAC and Incident Investigation training, with experience in construction and mining-related environments. Strong communicator with proven organisational, reporting and compliance-support capabilities.
Overview
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Certification
14
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years of professional experience
Work History
HSE ADMINISTRATOR
H & I ENTERPRISES
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinated and maintained HSE documentation, including policies, procedures, guidelines and mantaining Safety files.
- Conducted workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and support compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
- Assisted with safety training programmes, monitored attendance and compiled training statistics.
- Monitored corrective actions relating to identified safety and environmental issues.
- Assisted with contractor compliance and site documentation requirements.
- Assisted with emergency response planning and updating emergency response documentation.
- Participated in incident investigations and prepared reports with recommended corrective actions.
- Kept up to date with relevant safety legislation and industry practices.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
TRIPLE WEAVE CONSTRUCTION AND PROJECTS
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Supported daily administration and operational activities on construction sites.
- Conducted employee orientation and induction and assisted with induction procedures.
- Maintained safety files, tender documentation and company compliance records.
- Reported operational safety risks and areas of concern to management.
- Assisted in promoting compliance with relevant regulations and company procedures.
- Managed employee training registers and onboarding documentation.
- Supported asset maintenance and inspection records and maintained project documentation.
- Assisted with procurement, subcontractor administration and BuildSmart processes.
JUNIOR PETROL STATION INSPECTOR / CUSTOMER LIAISON OFFICER
GREEN FUEL
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Conducted routine inspections at filling stations.
- Monitored fuel attendants' compliance with assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Assisted with CP system inspections and monitored tank-cleaning activities.
- Managed customer complaints, warranties, after-sales service and feedback.
- Compiled and analysed customer information and periodic sales and feedback reports.
MARKETING & DESIGN INTERN
KONAK ENTERPRISES, CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Assisted with marketing, sales, promotional strategy and company publication activities.
- Supported accounting and production functions and prepared promotional materials.
Education
First Aid Training - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Kathu07-2023
Incident Investigation - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Kathu07-2023
SAMTRAC - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Kathu12-2022
Introduction to SAMTRAC - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Kathu11-2022
Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
05-2022
Bachelor of Science -
CUT University
Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
Skills
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
- Workplace Safety Inspections
- Incident Investigation
- HSE Documentation
- Corrective Action Monitoring
- Employee Induction & Training
- Contractor Compliance
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- SAP
- SAGE Pastel
- BuildSmart
- POS Systems
- Lotus Notes
- Attention to detail
- Strong communication
- Organisation and time management
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Resilience
- Ability to work under pressure
- OHS Act 85 of 1993
- Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996
- HSE Principles
- Incident Investigation
- Risk Assessment
- Compilation
Certification
Valid South African driver's licence and own vehicle.
References
- David Sango, David.Sango@south32.net, +27 72 239 7635, South32, Hotazel
- Ziva,HSE Manager, innocent@tripleweave.co.za, +27 79 336 3004, Triple Weave Construction and Projects
- Herman Cornelissen, Manager, Herman.cornelissen@outlook.com, +27 74 068 4339, H & I Enterprises
- Nicole Rautenbach, nicole@rautenbach.com, Green Fuel
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Valid South African ID.
- Valid Permanent Residence.
- Valid South African driver's license and own vehicle.
- No criminal record.
- Languages: English, isiZulu and Afrikaans.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- SAMTRAC — NOSA College, Kathu | 2022
- Introduction to SAMTRAC — NOSA College, Kathu | 2022
- Incident Investigation — NOSA College, Kathu | 2023
- First Aid Training — NOSA College, Kathu | 2023
Personal Information
- Driving License: Code 8 Licence
- Work Permit: Valid South African work status.
- Residence Permit: South African Permanent Residence
Timeline
HSE ADMINISTRATOR
H & I ENTERPRISES
01.2023 - 01.2025
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
TRIPLE WEAVE CONSTRUCTION AND PROJECTS
01.2018 - 01.2022
JUNIOR PETROL STATION INSPECTOR / CUSTOMER LIAISON OFFICER
GREEN FUEL
01.2013 - 01.2017
MARKETING & DESIGN INTERN
KONAK ENTERPRISES, CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science -
CUT University
04.2001 -
First Aid Training - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Incident Investigation - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
SAMTRAC - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Introduction to SAMTRAC - Occupational Health And Safety
NOSA College, Kathu
Postgraduate Diploma - Risk Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)