THOKOZANE LESLEY SIBIYA
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER
Emalahleni
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in developing and implementing safety and health programs. Skilled in creating effective safety protocols, conducting thorough hazard assessments, and providing comprehensive education for a safe working environment. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and dedicated to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Cumdla Trading Enterprises
Emalahleni
11.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: Engineering (Mechanical) - Website: http://www.cumdla.co.za
- Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Played an instrumental role in obtaining ISO 45001 certification by aligning organizational processes with international standards requirements.
- Managed workers'' compensation claims, facilitating timely return-to-work initiatives for injured employees.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and implementing effective hazard control measures.
- Initiated cross-functional collaboration between departments to address complex safety challenges holistically.
- Championed behavioral-based safety initiatives that fostered individual responsibility for workplace health and wellbeing.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Reduced accident rates through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive recommendations for improvements
- Initiated cross-functional collaboration between departments to address complex safety challenges holistically
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions
Safety Admin
Solidus Engineering Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Emalahleni
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Conducted a safety inspections.
- Assessed safety guidelines and procedures.
- Created training programs.
- Oversaw safety and compliance with regulations activities
- Took part in incident investigations
Admin Clerk
Mpumalanga Department of Education
Emalahleni
07.2008 - 01.2016
- Entered data into South African School Administration and Management System (SA-SAMS) and updated approximately1200 staff and learner's with information to keep records current.
- Input data and processed system change to generate accurate quarterly academic reports.
- Arranged meetings and appointments draft memorandum and minutes.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols when handling personnel files
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
- Serving on the School Government Body
Education
Certificate - Management and Business Accounting
Tshwane University of Technology
Emalahleni 01.2003 - 11.2003
Senior Certificate -
Phillip Ndimande Secondary School
Emalahleni 01.2002 - 12.2002
Safety Management Training Course - SAMTRAC
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
Emalahleni 01.2012 - 02.2012
Legal Liability -
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
Emalahleni 07.2019 - 07.2019
Combined ISO 45001:2018 and ISO14001:2015 Implementation -
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
Witbank 07.2019 - 07.2019
Combined ISO 45001:2018 and ISO14001:2015 Internal auditor -
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
Emalahleni 07.2019 - 07.2019
Fall Protection Plan Developer -
NOSA
Emalahleni 07.2022 - 07.2022
Diploma - Safety Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
South Africa 01.2020 - 06.2024
Skills
OSHA Compliance
Shortcourses
- South African Labour Guide, Covid-19 Workplace Compliance, Health, Safety and Claims Management, 2021
- Networx for Career Development, Conduct outcome-based assessment, 2021
- Intellect Management & Training Consultancy, Working in confined spaces, 2023
- Intellect Management & Training Consultancy, Planned Task Observation, 2023
References
- Ms. Londiwe Mhlongo, Human Resource Manager, Cumdla Trading Enterprise, 013 656 5784, hr@cumdla.co.za
- Mrs. Louise Putter, Accountant, Cumdla Trading Enterprises, 013 656 5658
- Mrs. Nozipho Mashego, Head of Department, Besilindile Primary School, 013 698 7108, 082 387 0270
Timeline
Fall Protection Plan Developer -
NOSA
07.2022 - 07.2022
Diploma - Safety Management
University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2020 - 06.2024
Legal Liability -
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
07.2019 - 07.2019
Combined ISO 45001:2018 and ISO14001:2015 Implementation -
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
07.2019 - 07.2019
Combined ISO 45001:2018 and ISO14001:2015 Internal auditor -
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
07.2019 - 07.2019
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Cumdla Trading Enterprises
11.2018 - Current
Safety Admin
Solidus Engineering Solutions (Pty) Ltd
05.2016 - 04.2018
Safety Management Training Course - SAMTRAC
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA)
01.2012 - 02.2012
Admin Clerk
Mpumalanga Department of Education
07.2008 - 01.2016
Certificate - Management and Business Accounting
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2003 - 11.2003
Senior Certificate -
Phillip Ndimande Secondary School
01.2002 - 12.2002
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