Sustainability Manager (Safety / Health / Environment / Governance / Mining)

Reference Number: 048-1508KV

Job Description:

Our client, a leading mining company, is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead and manage all Safety, Health, Hygiene, Environment, Fire, Medical Emergencies, and sustainability-related functions at their plant in Limpopo. The role ensures operational compliance with legal and corporate sustainability requirements across mining, grey areas, road, and rail operations. This position drives a proactive safety culture, strengthens environmental stewardship, and aligns business practices with sustainability best standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all Sustainability, Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) operations for the Business Unit (BU) and associated areas.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set sustainability strategies, goals, and operational discipline in line with business objectives.
• Implement, integrate, and monitor sustainability policies, management plans, and standards.
• Drive SHE culture transformation, promoting proactive behaviours at all levels.
• Manage SHE-related risk assessments, mitigation plans, and incident investigations.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of sustainability data, KPIs, and legal compliance submissions.
• Oversee SHE compliance audits, inspections, and governance requirements, including Mining Charter and BBBEE reporting.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders including communities, regulators, and business partners on sustainability matters.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing sustainability team.
• Ensure operational readiness for emergencies and medical response.
• Lead mine rehabilitation, closure planning, and environmental trust fund compliance.
• Identify and implement industry best practices and innovative solutions to improve SHE performance.
• Standardise and streamline SHE processes across the BU.
• Manage SHE budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and embed a culture of accountability and safety.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in a relevant field is essential.
• Management Development Programme is essential.
• A minimum of 10+ years’ experience managing Safety, Health, and Environmental operations.
• 5+ years at senior management level is essential.
• Open-cast or underground mining experience is advantageous.
• Master’s Degree (MBA, MPhil, MBL, PhD) is advantageous.
• Certificate of Fitness is essential.
• MHS Act Section 72 competency is essential.
• Professional body registration is preferred.
• Strong leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to design and implement SHE systems, processes, and training programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of SHE legislation, ISO standards, and mining safety requirements.
• Able to foster a safety-first culture while meeting operational objectives.
• Experience in mine closure planning, rehabilitation, and environmental management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

 

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Permanent position.
• Competitive market-related salary with benefits.
• Relocation allowance and assistance.

 

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Kerrin van Schalkwyk

Executive Talent Consultant           

CA Mining

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