Occupational Hygiene Assistant Ref:REF15790N

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Occupational Hygiene Assistant Ref:REF15790N

Occupational Hygiene Assistant Ref:REF15790N

Location: South Africa, Rustenburg Base Metals Refiners

Date Posted: Sept. 14, 2021

Type: N/A





Company Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Hygiene Assistant that will be responsible for assisting the Occupational Hygienist in maintaining Occupational Hygiene and Ventilation systems and programmes to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Gain experience on subject matter that you have not been exposed to before.

Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.

Anglo American has a portfolio of world-class mining operations. We mine, process, move and market the essential ingredients that enable a cleaner, more connected world and that meet fast growing consumer-driven demands for products from smartphones to electric cars. Our basic materials build homes, offices, railways and airports, and our diamonds fulfil people's dreams.

Platinum

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialized applications that improve lives across the world, from vehicle fuel cells to jewellery; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.  

We’re looking for a talented Occupational Hygiene Assistant who share our values and our belief in a better future for mining. Could you be one of them?

Job Description

As an Occupational Hygiene Assistant your responsibilities will include:

  • Setting daily, weekly, and monthly confined space management and occupational hygiene (incl. public health) routine schedules
  • Promoting health and occupational hygiene awareness
  • Advising on changes to plans and schedules to minimise the effect of unexpected or unsafe work practices
  • Preparation of sampling equipment and conducting Occupational Hygiene monitoring and sampling
  • Reporting on findings as part of the monitoring programme
  • Participate in investigations and follow-up actions to assist the process to find ways of mitigating these potential findings under the supervision of the Occupational hygiene Technologists/Hygienist
  • Conducting confined space measurements and clearances as per the confined space procedures and Standby schedule

This role is in the Occupational Hygiene Department at a C2 level reporting to the Occupational Hygienist.

Qualifications

  • Grade 12
  • COM (Chamber of Mines) Intermediate Certificate in Mine Environmental Control
  • Valid driver’s license

Advantageous:

  • Certificate in basic Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene measurements
  • Registration with the South African Institute of Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) assistant level
  • Studying towards an environmental health (occupational hygiene/public health) degree or diploma

Experience:

At least 2 years in the mining and/or refining environment of which practical experience of at least 1 year in occupational hygiene, ventilation management or health field.

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, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

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.

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

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

CLOSING DATE:  15 September 2021

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