Company Description
-De Beers Technology
De Beers Technology has operations in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa and is part of the De Beers Group. We deliver technical services and technology systems to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the De Beers Diamond value chain from exploration to diamond recovery. Activities include marine geophysical survey, sampling, mining, projects, engineering, technology development and maintenance. We provide specialized diamond processing and recovery technology for the De Beers Group Exploration and Mining Operations. We are the industry leader in marine mining practices resulting in the most successful and advanced marine mining equipment and operations globally.
The Company has an excellent record in successful project delivery which with over 140 projects delivered in the last 22 years focused on the establishment and development of a fleet of sampling and mining ships and all associated equipment. On the base of this successful track record, we have a strategic intention to expand our project offering to De Beers land-based operations.
Job Description
-This role reports into the Technical Service Unit
The incumbent will be responsible for leading and supporting implementation and coordinating the Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental policies, management plans, standards and systems at all In-Ports sites. The role also ensures implementation, co-ordination and maintenance of Group Standards and is responsible for overseeing incident investigations.
Your role will include:
Manage Safety Risks
- Creates and embeds solutions to positively impact safety, minimise future risk and encourage individual accountability
- Co-ordinate and participate in Risk Assessments for the In-Ports operations.
- Lead / Participate in relevant incident investigations.
- Report on all incidents externally and internally. Track, monitor,
- investigate and analyse Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental statistics and other information to ensure risk areas are identified.
Integrated Risk Management
- Applies tools and techniques to identify the key factors that contribute to risk and harm
Performance Reporting
- Gathers accurate performance data and promotes the value of effective reporting and data management systems.
Mine safety, security and environmental effectiveness
- Ensure legal compliance in terms of Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental
Qualifications
-Formal qualifications:
- Minimum of National Diploma (NQF7) Safety Management or similar
- South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) Construction Health and Safety Manager registration.
Additional Courses (Advantageous)
- Contractor Management, Risk Assessments and Incident Investigation
- Scaffold Awareness / Scaffold Erector / Scaffold Inspector Training
- OHSAS 18001 Awareness
- ISO14001 - Environmental Management Training
Additional requirements:
- 5 years’ experience in contractor management and legal compliance auditing (safety)
- 2 years’ experience in managing contracting companies to ensure construction site compliance
- Exposure to multi discipline construction SHE management or similarly complex projects.
Additional Information
-Who we are:
De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.
Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.
Safety
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 .
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building Forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications
Closing Date: 04 September 2025