Occupational Hygienist Officer

General Role Purpose

• To limit health risks through practical and cost-effective methods, carry out detailed surveys, use specialist equipment to measure hazards and compile reports and data to present to clients

Qualifications

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D egree in in Occupational Health , Safety, Environmental Health or other related field

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Good negotiating skills, tact and diplomacy

Core Specific Responsibilities

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Conduct sampling and preparation for analysis

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Manage and maintain equipment registers

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Investigate Occupational Health and Safety concerns in diverse occupational environments

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Develop, review, update and implement the OHS&E program, including related policies and procedures

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Provide technical support to incident and near miss reporting, investigations and follows-up on recommendations

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Conduct regular inspections and audits

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Implement industrial hygiene program

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Prepare reports based on results, inclusive of remedial actions

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Follow up on IH actions and ensure effective close-out

Expected Deliverables

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Offer advice on health and safety regulations

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Come up with cost-effective solutions to remedy problems (if any)

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Control hazards in the workplace

Behavioural Traits

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Must possess an analytical mind

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Must be safety conscious

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Must have a high standard of hygiene

Operational Requirements

• Anticipate, recognise, eva luate, communicate and control environmental stressors in, or arising from, the work place that may result in injury, illness, impairment, or affect the well-being of workers and members of the community

Knowledge and Experience

The Occupational Hygiene Officer will require knowledge, skills and ex perience in the following areas:

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A minimum of 4 years’ experience (preferably in the mining industry)

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Excellent communication and presentation skills

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Knowledge of and a thorough understanding of relevant legislation

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Training and experience with incident/accident reporting and investigation

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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