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PIETER BRITS

Environmental Manager
Boksburg,GP

Summary

Site Facility Manager leading facilities operations, health and safety, security, utilities, contractor control, and space planning for a 42-person site. Directs maintenance, budgets, monthly reporting, and emergency response to keep the working environment compliant and productive. Coordinates medical follow-ups, 11+ contractors per month, contractor performance, and service standards to support safe day-to-day operations.

Overview

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years of professional experience

Work History

Site Facility Manager (42 Employees)

Rhodes Food Group
Aeroton, Gauteng
02.2012 - Current
  • Responsible for strategic planning and day to day operations, in particular buildings and premises.
  • Other areas of responsibility are:
  • Cleaning
  • Health & Safety
  • Security
  • Space management & Furniture
  • Utilities & Communications
  • Contractors
  • On-Site Clinic
  • Project management and supervising and coordinating the work of contractors
  • Calculating and comparing costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money.
  • Directing, coordinating and planning essential central services such as security, maintenance, mail, archiving, cleaning, waste disposal and recycling;
  • Ensuring the building meets health and safety requirements and that facilities comply with legislation.
  • Planning best allocation and utilisation of space and resources for new buildings, or re-organising current premises.
  • Checking that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and following up on any deficiencies;
  • Responding appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise and dealing with the consequences.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Capable of managing all facilities efficiently – Well-versed with project management activities, time management and team leadership.
  • Proficiency in accounting and financial analysis and management.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Actively participating in decision making to improve safe work conditions & practices to achieve optimum safety standards.
  • Provide monthly reports to management and report shortfalls with proper justification and recommendations.
  • Prepare and control the department’s budget and monitor expenditure.
  • Ensure all medical tests and follow ups are done according to requirements.

Warehouse Controller & SHEQ Manager (35 employees)

Amalgamated Beverage Industries
Bedfordview, Gauteng
02.2002 - 01.2012
  • Oversee all warehouse operations on a day to day basis
  • Compile and implement procedures applicable to warehouse operations.
  • Manage all functions related to SHEQ +R & H programs.
  • Manage the ISO 1400 Program, the ABI Quality Control (TCCQS) System (ISO9000, OHSAS 18000 & ISO14001)
  • Design and implement necessary policies, procedures and program manuals, operational strategies, safety committee, accident prevention and investigation.
  • Plan, develop, conduct and facilitate training programs and seminars for employees on all levels in the principles and practices of occupational health, safety, environmental.
  • Manage construction-related contracts and monitor contractor safety in compliance with company requirements.
  • Maintain technical records and prepare clear, concise reports.
  • Prepare and control the department’s budget and monitor expenditure.
  • Develop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Risk Management department.
  • Plan, organise, assign, review and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
  • Monitor risk management-related legislation, legal cases and court decisions in order to evaluate their impact on the depot and develop recommendations or implement technical, policy and procedural modifications as necessary.
  • Confer with and provide professional assistance to various departments on risk management related matters and make presentations to management and staff.
  • Develop and recommend programs related to reducing and /or preventing liability.
  • Managed daily warehouse operations, optimizing workflows and
  • Adhered to company regulations regarding workplace safety and employee health.
  • Enhanced safety standards, conducting regular inspections and team training sessions on safe handling techniques.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that promoted teamwork and effective communication among staff members.

Risk Control Manager(22 employees)

South African Breweries
Linbro Park, Gauteng
12.1999 - 02.2002
  • Compiling all standards and procedures with regards to SHEQ +R & H programs.
  • Manage safety related issues with reference to training, programs and safety awareness on the depot.
  • Administering the ORBIT accident reporting program for SAB.
  • Managing of security personnel and all security related issues such as training & company procedures.
  • Coordinated and trained men and ladies fire teams.
  • Investigation of all crimes on the depot as well as crimes in the trade pertaining to SAB.
  • Investigation company vehicle accidents in the District.
  • Member of district accident committee.
  • Coordinating crime prevention program on depot.
  • Compiled and implement control sheets used by security.
  • Manage all contract work in canteen, garden, building maintenance on site.
  • Assisted with the SCC audit and fleet audits on depot.
  • Reason for Leaving: SA Breweries & Amalgamated Beverages merged and transferred to Amalgamated Beverages for growth and work opportunities.
  • Previous Work Experience includes:
  • Managing my own business in 1999 – Bottle Store in Giyani, Limpopo Province
  • June 1994 to February 1999 - CSIR Mintek, Auckland Park
  • (Research with regards to Radioactive exposure within the Mining Industry.)
  • In 1985 joined the Atomic Energy Corporation of South Africa and worked as a Nuclear Technologist.
  • Further information with regards to these positions are available on request.

Education

National Safety Management Diploma - undefined

Pretoria Technicon, Pretoria, South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa
01-1994

Health Physics I, II & III - undefined

Pretoria Technicon
01-1993

Nuclear Technology Diploma - undefined

Pretoria Technicon
06-1988

High School Attended - undefined

Nelspruit High (High School)
Nelspruit
01-1982

Skills

Project management

Warehouse management

Distribution

Customer service

Contractor management

Space planning

Preventive maintenance scheduling

Facilities management

Vendor management

Budget forecasting

Nuclear safety

SHE management

Health and safety compliance

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Environmental compliance

Workplace inspections

OHSAS 18001 compliance

ISO 14001 compliance

Emergency preparedness

Fire safety procedures

Corrective action tracking

Certification

SAMTRAC

Achievements

In 2002 joined Amalgamated Beverage Industries – Linbro Park the following applies:, Dec 2002 - NOSA 5 Star Accreditation, March 2005 - Wadeville Depot was awarded a NOSA 5 Star Platinum rating., March 2006 - Linbro Depot - Awarded NOSCAR (NOSA Platinum Stars), Awarded ISO14001:2006, Awarded HACCP: SANS (South African National Standards) 10330:2006 and CODEX ALIMENTARIUS (International HACCP Standard), February 2007/08 Awarded NOSCAR (NOSA Platinum Stars), June 2009 - Achieved 5 Star NOSA accreditation after 18months at Bedfordview Depot

Timeline

Site Facility Manager (42 Employees)

Rhodes Food Group
02.2012 - Current

Warehouse Controller & SHEQ Manager (35 employees)

Amalgamated Beverage Industries
02.2002 - 01.2012

Risk Control Manager(22 employees)

South African Breweries
12.1999 - 02.2002

High School Attended - undefined

Nelspruit High (High School)

Nuclear Technology Diploma - undefined

Pretoria Technicon

Health Physics I, II & III - undefined

Pretoria Technicon

National Safety Management Diploma - undefined

Pretoria Technicon, Pretoria, South Africa
PIETER BRITSEnvironmental Manager