Health and Safety Manager
Job Summary
Strategic Development Mining Company (SDMC) is a Liberian mining company engaged in alluvial mining under a Class B mining licence issued by the Government of Liberia. The company seeks to develop its mineral resources through efficient operations, responsible resource management, workforce development and constructive relationships with host communities.
Position purpose
Lead SDMC’s health and safety management arrangements, advise management on operational risks and verify that practical controls protect employees, contractors and visitors.
Job Description
Principal responsibilities
· Develop the site health and safety plan, risk register, inspection programme and reporting arrangements for management approval.
· Facilitate risk assessments for excavation, mobile equipment, water hazards, processing, electrical work, lifting and maintenance.
· Inspect workplaces, verify critical controls and suspend work presenting imminent danger under delegated stop-work authority.
· Coordinate induction, toolbox talks, competency checks and task specific training with supervisors and HR.
· Establish emergency arrangements for injury, fire, drowning, flooding and evacuation; organise drills and check response equipment.
· Investigate incidents and near misses, identify underlying causes and track corrective actions without discouraging reporting.
· Coordinate occupational exposure assessments, first aid, fitness for work referrals and health surveillance through qualified providers where indicated.
· Monitor contractor safety, PPE suitability, welfare facilities and the effectiveness of permit and isolation systems.
· Maintain incident and inspection records, advise on applicable obligations with competent support, and submit required information through authorised channels.
· Prioritise critical controls for excavation collapse, flooding, drowning, vehicle interaction, isolation, lifting and electrical exposure.
· Check that risk controls remain effective during night work, adverse weather, contractor mobilisation and changes in plant or equipment.
· Coordinate noise, dust, heat and welding fume assessments and recommend controls based on measured or competently assessed exposure.
· Arrange confidential health referrals through qualified medical providers; protect employee health information.
· Verify readiness for rescue around water, including suitable equipment, trained responders and safe access arrangements.
· Meet supervisors and worker representatives to review concerns and confirm that hazard reporting does not result in retaliation.
Health and Safety Manager
Technical scope
Worker health and safety across mining, processing, workshops and contractors. Coordinate environmental interfaces with the responsible personnel; do not assume a separate environmental management appointment.
Qualifications and experience
Degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Environmental Health or a related discipline, supported by a recognised occupational safety qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent. Normally at least five years in operational HSE, including two years leading safety in mining, construction or heavy industry. Demonstrated risk assessment, investigation and emergency planning competence.
Desirable Mining-specific safety training; incident investigation training; first aid or emergency coordination experience; familiarity with occupational hygiene support.
Core competencies
Independent judgement, field credibility, clear reporting, coaching and the ability to challenge unsafe decisions constructively.
Performance measures
Critical control verification; overdue corrective actions; induction and training completion; emergency drill effectiveness; incident reporting quality and lessons implemented. Assess reporting culture alongside injury trends to avoid underreporting incentives. Targets will be agreed against site baselines; production or cost results must be assessed alongside safe practices and reliable reporting.
Principal records and deliverables
Site risk register; inspection and corrective action tracker; training records; emergency drill reports; monthly health and safety report.
Authority and accountability
Inspect all work areas, request corrective action, stop imminently dangerous work and escalate unresolved risk directly to senior management. Line managers retain responsibility for safe work; the role does not replace clinical or specialist engineering authority.
Working conditions and common obligations
Site-based work may involve heat, rain, uneven ground, noise, dust and proximity to operating machinery. Follow approved procedures, use required protective equipment and report hazards promptly. Protect company assets and confidential information; treat colleagues and host communities respectfully. Other assigned duties must be reasonable and consistent with competence. Hours, roster, remuneration and benefits are set out in the employment contract.
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