Occupational Hygiene Assistant

Company Description
- Join us as a Occupational Hygiene Assistant where you will be responsible for assisting the Occupational Hygienist in maintaining Occupational Hygiene and Ventilation systems and programmes.

**We take safety seriously. So will you.**

Safe. Smart. Sustainable. Probably not the first words you typically associate with mining. But Anglo American is not your typical mining company.

**Anglo Platinum**

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible - from mobile phones to medicines.

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Here’s an exciting opportunity to join us.

**Job Description**:

- This role is also responsible for occupational hygiene (incl. public health) and ventilation incident identification and investigation; assisting with ventilation impact assessments as required; assisting with sampling and interpretation of occupational hygiene exposure and ventilation data; and assisting with health and ventilation awareness and training.

**You will also be responsible for**:

- Ensures adherence to legal compliance through monitoring and reporting
- Conduct risk assessments, occupational hygiene (incl. public health) and ventilation measurements and participate in audits
- Conduct daily occupational hygiene and ventilation inspections and record findings
- Report findings and recommend appropriate interventions related to occupational hygiene and ventilation incidents and measurements
- Contribute to the achievement of the SHE objectives and targets of the Operation

**This position reports to the Senior Occupational Hygiene Technologist and is on a band 8.**

**Qualifications
- You must have**:

- Matric
- COM Intermediate Certificate in Mine Environmental Control
- National Diploma Environmental Health (occupational hygiene/public health)
- Registration with the South African Institute of Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) as an Occupational Hygiene Assistant

**Advantageous**:

- Legal Knowledge Certificate

**Experience required**:

- At least 2 years in the Mining and / or Processing environment of which Practical experience of at least 1 year in the Occupational Hygiene or ventilation management or health field.
- Plant experience in the refinery is essential.

**Knowledge and Skills**:

- Code 08 Drivers License
- Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP, and other specialised technical programs
- SHE Risk Assessment

**Additional Information
- What we offer**

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, but more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company - and we’re still growing all the time.

**Who we are**

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

**How we are committed to your safety**

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.

**Inclusion and Diversity**

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

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**How to apply**

**Closing: 23rd June 2023