Zanele Prudence Cossa
SHE Consultant
Hazyview,Mpumalanga
Summary
With 15+ years of experience, consistently delivering exceptional results as a highly skilled and passionate SHEQ Consultant across various industries. Possessing strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills to provide valuable advice and expertise to client organizations, driving significant improvements in business performance. Utilizing extensive background in operations, strategy, and finance to offer comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each organization. Dedicated to delivering excellence and ensuring project success. Registered member of SACPCMP (CHSO/2553/2018) with completed CHSM exam (results pending). Currently pursuing Safety Management Diploma at STADIO Higher Education.
Overview
1825
1825
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
SHEQ Consultant
TJ System Integrators
Remote
04.2021 - Current
- SHEQ Consultancy and Management services.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
HSE Consultant
Ceracure Engineering Technology
Remote
04.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Camden and Hendrina Eskom Power Stations and Rand Water
- Screen employees daily and monitor COVID-19 symptoms
- Facilitate COVID-19 Induction Trainings
- Compile, Review and Revise COVID-19 Emergency Response Plan
- Compile, Review and Revise COVID-19 Risk Assessments
- Compile Aspect and Impact Registers
- Set out HSE Objectives and Target
- Report Section 24 incidents to the Department of Labour
- Participate in HSE Audits (Internal, Clients, SABS, and Department of Labour Audits)
- Lead the Emergency Drill
- Undertake regular Occupational Health, Safety and Environment compliance site assessment, inspection and audits within a legislative framework
- Attend OH&S meeting to monitor compliance and corrective actions
- Camden and Hendrina Eskom Power Stations and Rand Water
HSE Consultant
TSSN Carries
Remote
03.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Amsterdam Township Development Project
- Facilitate COVID-19 Induction Trainings
- Compile, Review and Revise COVID-19 Emergency Response Plan
- Compile, Review and Revise COVID-19 Risk Assessments
- Compile Aspect and Impact Registers
- Set out HSE Objectives and Target
- Report Section 24 incidents to the Department of Labor
- Participating in HSE Audits (Internal, Clients, SABS And Department of Labour Audits)
- Lead the Emergency Drill
- Undertake regular Occupational Health, Safety and Environment compliance with site assessment, inspection, and audits within a legislative framework
- Attend OH&S meeting to monitor compliance and corrective actions
- Complete task assessment, risk assessments and major incidents investigations and determine mitigation measures needed for OH&S interventions
- Ensure compliance with COID; make recommendations on relevant training and awareness campaigns to support health and safety
- Amsterdam Township Development Project
SHE Consultant
CASSUISM PROJECT (PTY) LTD
Remote
01.202 - Current
- Managed all SHEQ Requirements.
SHE Consultant
MASIKHANE CIVIL CONTRACTOR
Remote
03.201 - Current
- Responsible for managing the SHE Management System for the contractor while overseeing various building and construction projects. You will ensure full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and that the client’s specifications are met throughout the project execution.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
HSE Officer
ABB
Cape Town
11.202 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: Amazon Film Studio Cape Town
- Reporting HSE incidents and feedback on lessons learned and best practices from own business unit and across ABB to management and employees
- Compiling HSE stats
- Implementing policies and standards and ensuring area of responsibility is audited according to the audit schedule
- Filing reports
- Assisting line managers, site managers, site supervisor and project managers in understanding obligations, liability and to fulfill their roles according to Local HSE law and ABB group policy, instruction, and standards
- Managing site matrix
- Facilitating HSE risk assessment by management involving employees, those directly concerned by the hazards and ensuring all processes are implemented and ensuring appropriate safety equipment, tools and PPE are available and used
- Driving behavioral change through implementing improvement programs and practicing locally to ensure an exemplary H&S culture as well as a strong focus on the environment and assisting ABB organization in the Group
- Management System (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001)
- Engaging external clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report on, raise awareness and gaining commitment on ABB’s HSE efforts and performance and obtaining objective feedback
- Compile, Review and Revise COVID-19 Emergency Response Plan
- Conduct induction
- Attending meetings with the client
- Submitting monthly reports and stats
- Overseeing Sub-Contractors
- Amazon Film Studio Cape Town
HSE Consultant
ADEH
Remote
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: Renergen Renewable energy
- Conduct risk assessments and audits
- Facilitate employee and supervisory training
- Develop technical reports
- Work independently to provide on-site Health and Safety support
- Communicate with clients and people of varying levels of professionalism etc
- Understand your clients' needs and build relationships
- Develop and implement health and safety programs
- Analyze injury data and produce meaningful reports and recommendations
- Plan and organize service requests to meet target dates and production goals
- Renergen Renewable energy
HSE Officer
GE Energy / ABB
Lephalale
04.2012 - 02.2019
- Company Overview: Medupi Power Station
- Undertake regular Occupational Health, Safety and Environment compliance site assessment, inspection, and audits within a legislative framework
- Attend OH&SE meetings to monitor compliance and corrective actions
- Complete task assessments, risk assessments and major incidents investigations and determine mitigation measures needed for OH&S interventions
- Ensure compliance with COID
- Make recommendations on relevant training and awareness campaigns to support Health and Safety
- Working procedure
- Conducting Environment Audit with NCC and Eskom
- Compiling environment monthly reports
- Reporting all environmental incidents
- Update the SDS file
- Managing HCS store
- Overseeing Sub-contractors
- Medupi Power Station
HSE Rep
P&S Electrical HV
Remote
03.2006 - 02.2010
- Company Overview: Under Actom HV
- Conduct risk assessments and audits
- Facilitate employee and supervisory training
- Develop technical reports
- Work independently to provide on-site Health and Safety support
- Communicate with clients and people of varying levels of professionalism etc
- Understand your clients' needs and build relationships
- Develop and implement health and safety programs
- Analyze injury data and produce meaningful reports and recommendations
- Plan and organize service requests to meet target dates and production goals
- Under Actom HV
Education
Occupational Health And Safety Management Diploma
STADIO HIGHER EDUCATION
Gauteng 01.2024 - 01.2028
Occupational Health And Safety Management
STADIO HIGHER EDUCATION
Gauteng 01.2023 - 01.2027
N3 Engeneering
Rock of Spring
11-2019
Internal Auditor
NOSA
Mpumalanga06-2018
SAMTRC
NOSA
08-2012
High School Diploma -
SAQI
Gauteng 07.2008 - 07.2008
Skills
Problem-solving
Time management
Team collaboration
Client relationships
Team leadership & development
Work Planning and Prioritization
Strategic planning
Staff management
Integrity and honesty
Customer relationship management
Project management
Timeline development
Professional Development
- Safety training
- SACPCMP affiliation
Professional Affiliations And Awards
- Best Performer of the Month, 2015
- 4 Years LTI Free Award, 2016
- 2 Years LTI Free, 2018
- Customer Hero, 2015
- H&S Performance Award, 2018
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
Timeline
Occupational Health And Safety Management Diploma
STADIO HIGHER EDUCATION
01.2024 - 01.2028
Occupational Health And Safety Management
STADIO HIGHER EDUCATION
01.2023 - 01.2027
HSE Consultant
ADEH
03.2022 - 04.2022
SHEQ Consultant
TJ System Integrators
04.2021 - Current
HSE Consultant
Ceracure Engineering Technology
04.2021 - Current
HSE Consultant
TSSN Carries
03.2021 - Current
HSE Officer
GE Energy / ABB
04.2012 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
SAQI
07.2008 - 07.2008
HSE Rep
P&S Electrical HV
03.2006 - 02.2010
N3 Engeneering
Rock of Spring
Internal Auditor
NOSA
SAMTRC
NOSA
HSE Officer
ABB
11.202 - 07.2024
SHE Consultant
CASSUISM PROJECT (PTY) LTD
01.202 - Current
SHE Consultant
MASIKHANE CIVIL CONTRACTOR
03.201 - Current
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