Idwala Industrial Holdings is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of SHEQ Officer (PG09) at its Phalaborwa Magnetite Operation in Limpopo.

The position is suited to an experienced Safety, Health, Environment and Quality professional with a strong background in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing or another high-risk operational environment. The successful candidate will serve as the primary on-site SHEQ resource and will be responsible for supporting legal compliance, occupational health and safety, environmental management, quality systems and risk control across the operation.

The SHEQ Officer will report to the Plant Manager, while also having reporting responsibilities to the Divisional OHS and EQ Managers. The role requires a strong field presence, technical knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to work closely with employees, contractors, service providers and other stakeholders.

Position Details

Position: SHEQ Officer (PG09)
Operation: Phalaborwa Magnetite Operation
Location: Phalaborwa, Limpopo
Industry: Mining, Mineral Processing and Industrial Minerals
Closing Date: 28 September 2026
Reference: SHEQ Officer
Application Email: [email protected]

About the Role

Idwala Industrial Holdings has interests in lime, carbonates, magnetite and other industrial minerals across various locations. The Phalaborwa Magnetite Operation requires an experienced SHEQ professional who can provide visible leadership and ensure that safety, health, environmental and quality standards are maintained throughout the operation.

The SHEQ Officer will be expected to spend significant time in the field, conducting inspections, identifying hazards and ineffective controls, assigning corrective actions and following up to ensure that identified issues are properly resolved.

The position also involves maintaining compliance with applicable legislation, standards, codes of practice, company procedures and management systems. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an operational environment where risks associated with machinery, mobile equipment, electrical and mechanical systems, stored energy and other industrial activities need to be effectively controlled.

Key Responsibilities

The SHEQ Officer will be responsible for maintaining a visible presence across the plant and ensuring that SHEQ standards are consistently applied.

Key duties include conducting regular plant inspections, identifying hazards and deteriorating or ineffective controls, assigning corrective actions and ensuring that responsible employees complete agreed actions within the required timeframes.

The successful candidate will drive day-to-day SHEQ compliance and management-system discipline across the magnetite processing operation. This includes monitoring critical-risk controls and ensuring that employees, contractors and supporting activities comply with applicable requirements.

Occupational hygiene coordination will also form an important part of the position. Responsibilities include coordinating exposure monitoring, reviewing and interpreting occupational hygiene reports, implementing corrective actions and managing the relationship between occupational hygiene activities and medical surveillance.

The SHEQ Officer will maintain and update applicable Codes of Practice, legal appointments, risk assessments, procedures, training records, authorisation records and other compliance documentation. Records must remain accurate, current and ready for internal or external audits.

Technical SHEQ assurance will be required across a range of plant and equipment, including mills, classifiers, conveyors, trackless mobile machinery, workshops, electrical and mechanical equipment, machine guarding, stored-energy hazards and isolation procedures.

The role will also involve leading or coordinating incident investigations, audits and corrective actions. Investigations must identify the underlying risks and determine whether existing controls are effective. Corrective actions must then be followed through to verified and sustainable close-out.

Contractor SHEQ management is another key responsibility. The successful candidate will coordinate contractor safety requirements and monitor compliance with applicable site standards.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating fire and emergency-response equipment, security-related SHE controls and occupational health and emergency medical equipment readiness.

The SHEQ Officer will analyse SHEQ trends and performance, identify material risks and escalate significant issues when necessary. The role will also contribute to continuous improvement of the integrated management system.

The position requires professional engagement with Foskor SHE representatives and specialist service providers during inspections, meetings, audits and follow-up activities.

Employee training will form part of the position, including training employees on applicable Codes of Practice (COPs) and safe work procedures.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing the Atmospheric Emission Licence (AEL), tracking compliance conditions, completing internal audits and preparing quarterly reports.

Another important responsibility is the implementation and maintenance of SHEQ management systems aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• National Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Management, Environmental Management, Quality Management, or a related SHEQ qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ SHEQ experience.
• Experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing or a similar high-risk environment.
• Training in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Internal Auditor and Implementation certifications will be advantageous.
• COMSOC 1 & 2, or an equivalent mining safety qualification.
• Professional registration with a recognised SHE professional body.
• Strong knowledge of South African SHEQ legislation.
• Knowledge of occupational hygiene requirements.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of NEMA and AQA requirements.
• Experience with Atmospheric Emission Licence (AEL) management.
• Strong report-writing and analytical abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Skills and Experience

This position requires more than basic administrative knowledge. The successful candidate should have practical experience working in an operational environment and should understand how safety and environmental requirements are implemented on site.

Experience with inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, corrective-action tracking, occupational hygiene, contractor management and legal compliance will be relevant to the position.

Knowledge of ISO management systems is also important because the role involves implementing and maintaining systems covering quality, environmental management and occupational health and safety.

Strong written communication skills are required because the position involves preparing reports, maintaining compliance documentation, recording findings and communicating corrective actions to relevant stakeholders.

The ability to communicate effectively with employees, contractors, managers and external service providers is also important.

How to Apply

• Applications for the SHEQ Officer (PG09) position should be submitted by email to: [email protected]
• Applicants should include certified copies of their qualifications with the application.
• The email subject line should clearly state: SHEQ Officer

Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all required documents are included before submitting the application.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 28 September 2026.

Applications should be submitted before the closing date to ensure consideration.

Employment Equity

Recruitment for this position will be conducted with the intention of progressing Idwala Industrial Holdings’ Employment Equity policy, targets and objectives.

The company reserves the right not to fill the position.

Important Information for Applicants

Before applying, candidates should carefully compare their qualifications and experience with the advertised requirements. Particular attention should be given to the minimum qualification, five years of SHEQ experience, relevant high-risk industry experience, ISO training, COMSOC qualifications, professional registration and knowledge of South African SHEQ legislation.

Candidates who meet the stated requirements should prepare their application and ensure that certified qualification copies are attached as requested.

The SHEQ Officer position is based at the Phalaborwa Magnetite Operation in Phalaborwa, Limpopo, and applicants should take the operational location and nature of the role into consideration before submitting an application.

Closing Date: 28 September 2026

Apply by email: [email protected]

Email Subject: SHEQ Officer