Group Risk Consultant

• Apr 2023 - Present

Group Risk & Compliance Officer

• Dec 2021 - Dec 2022

1) Strategic role as part of HO senior management team: monitor and analyse department operations to ensure operations are efficient and effective, and quality standards are maintained. Assist the CEO with planning and initiatives geared towards operational efficiency and excellence. Work closely with other HODs to provide effective support to village managers and other staff. Review monthly village reports and provide guidance to village managers on items relevant to this portfolio. Attend management team meetings. Provide quarterly Compliance report for Board of Directors meetings. 2) Ensure group compliance to OH&S and relevant industry legislation. Keep appraised of any legislative changes and notify those responsible for implementation. 3) Managing head office administration. Ensure Policy Manuals are up to date and available on the server. Review and maintain OHS policy and effective implementation thereof. Ensure compliance of suppliers and contractors. Establishment of service level agreements, monitor service provider compliance. 4) Group Risk Management. Provide strategic risk management leadership. Develop organisational specific risk strategies and plans and mobilising resources to implement monitor and review accordingly. Manage the implementation of enterprise risk management framework, policy, and standards within the organisation (HO and sites). Driving best practice across risk management areas. Provide quarterly risk review reports to management and the Board of Directors. 5) Health and Safety and retirement industry compliance: conduct annual internal compliance audits including service provider contracts. Show less

SHEQ Practitioner

• Apr 2018 - Apr 2019

 Provide operational compliance support, plan and prepare for ISO 9001:2015 re-certification audit. Participate in business unit management reviews. Prepare tender bid submissions. Compile SHE Specifications and Service Level agreements for Hygiene Services and Hazardous Waste Removal. Prepare and submit information for the annual group compliance report. Audit and monitor organisational risks and areas of improvement against a given integrated management system. Business units in the group were in the following sectors: catering, full facilities management, secure care, food production, supplier management, construction of security systems, physical security, education, health care, construction of solar systems and fleet management. Facilitate and implement the SHEQ Management System according to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, and ISO 31000 requirements, SANS, legislative requirements and industry best practices. Communicate changes in Safety and Environmental legislation to management. Conduct risk assessments, establish corrective action and organisational Risks Registers. Identify Business Objectives taking into account the interests of all stakeholders. Provide in-house SHEQ training. Promote SHEQ awareness. Identify SHE training requirements. Ensure compulsory SHE training are scheduled and completed. SHEQ Document Control, compile and review according to changes in legislation and Industry Standards. Compile SHEQ policies, SOPs, SWIs, Safety files. Ensure all SHEQ records and documents in use are approved and registered and accessible for audit purposes.  Conduct food safety audits and monitor external micro-biological testing in kitchens. Maintain excellent relationships and communication with all stakeholders. Monitor and enforce contractor compliance. Assist with recruitment and coaching of new employees within the division. Assist and ensure all SHEQ appointments are made as required by legislation and ISO 9001 requirements. Show less

Internal Systems Auditor

• Feb 2015 - Mar 2018

 Integrated Management Systems review, design & facilitation, monitoring of food safety requirements and micro-biological testing in kitchens within the group of companies.  SHEQ IMS training and facilitation.  Site visit, audit planning & preparation. Integrated Management Systems auditing & monitoring, post audit & site visit report development.  Actively participate in the external audit process and to conduct activities that will promote the successful external certification of management systems within the African Global (ISO 9001).  SHEQ tender preparation and support, establishment of Service Level Agreements for Hygiene Services and Hazardous Waste Removal, compilation of SHE Specifications. Establishment of SHE files according to Service Provider requirements and support with implementation on site. SHE System data control, revision and approval of records, policies SWI's and SOP's. Hazard identification and risk assessment. Identification and support with of corrective action as and when required within the group of companies. Show less

Occupational Healht and Safety Officer

• Sep 2014 - Jan 2015

 NWU OHSMS Administrator, review, update, and control. Improve compliance with OHS legislation. Compile quarterly and annual executive OHS management reports. Conduct safety audits, ensure functional management and monitoring of risks. Conduct risk assessments, identify non-conformances, mitigate and ultimately avoid.  Conduct OHS incident management, report and investigate accidents. Establish root cause and implement corrective action as required. Attend SHE compliance meetings, train NWU employees in emergency procedures. Conduct fire drills.  Provide secretariat services, agenda, take minutes for the OHS committee, distribute approved agenda and minutes. Take care of logistical and catering arrangements. Compile Corrective Action List, follow up on outstanding actions, update and discuss with the IO OHS Manager and IO Director of Finances before distribution.  Manage the IO OHS Manager’s diary, schedule appointments, manage the filing system (electronic/hard copy), provide information as required and work harmoniously in collaboration with all stake holders. Financial administration, order stock and stationary, obtain quotations. Place requisitions, collate and verify invoices received. Compare to own records. Identify outstanding payments or queries with the responsible persons. Manage the following processes: application for approval of building plans. Application for Certificates of Occupancy (CoC’s). Application and installation of Fire Safety Compliance certificates. Establishment and installation of emergency equipment & Emergency Evacuation Plans.  Coordinate hazardous waste removal, ensure legal compliance with storage and waste removal requirements. Human resources, assist with recruitment, selection and training. Manage leave applications, conduct induction, assist with appraisal, ensure all SHE appointments are made. Show less

Senior Administrative Officer

• Jul 2012 - Aug 2014

 Office administration, report writing, OHS quarterly and annual executive management reports, OHS Management System Administrator, control, revise, implement, and maintain the OHS management system. Conduct filing, general correspondence, proofreading of documents and legal aprovement.  Provide secretariat services, agenda, take minutes for the IO OHS committee, distribute approved agenda and minutes. Take care of logistical and catering arrangements. Compile Corrective Action List, follow up on outstanding actions, update and discuss with the IO OHS Manager and IO Director of Finances before distribution.  Divisional financial administration, monthly financial reports, requisitions, follow-up on outstanding purchase requisitions and orders. Coordinate hazardous waste removal as and when required. Ensure legal compliance and manage financial cost of removal of hazardous waste. Audit and monitor health and safety on construction sites and offices. Conduct risk assessments, establish corrective actions, compile health and safety specifications for new projects, attend project meetings and monitor fire safety compliance. Manage the following processes: application for approval of building plans. Application for Certificates of Occupancy (CoC’s). Application and installation of Fire Safety Compliance certificates. Establishment and installation of emergency equipment & Emergency Evacuation Plans. Manage the IO OHS Manager’s diary, schedule appointments, manage the filing system (electronic/hard copy), provide information as required and work harmoniously in collaboration with all stake holders. Show less

Senior Administrative Assistant

• Nov 2010 - Jun 2012

 OHS Management System Administrator, IO OHS committee secretary. Attend infrastructure planning and construction site meetings. Co-ordinate, manage and ensure quality of work in the OHS division. Liaise with all stakeholders. Coordinate flow of correspondence, track and monitor outstanding actions. Prepare and analyse documents, conduct research into legislation to assist the OHS manager in the decision making process. Manage process of approval of building plans and application for Certificate of Occupancy. Construction safety, ensure fire safety compliance, conduct risk assessments, and compile health and safety specifications for new projects. Show less

Administrative Assistant

• Apr 2008 - Oct 2010

 Space management and data administration of all NWU buildings. Project management (e.g. new NWU corporate identity branding). Planning, office administration, record keeping, updating building plans, and approval of fire plans. Manage the application process for Occupancy Certificates for all new buildings.

Management Representative

• Jul 2007 - Mar 2008

 Train all driving license personnel to understand and know the requirements of the applicable Acts, Regulations and procedure manuals. Ensure that all the relevant personnel comply with the requirements of the relevant Acts and the minimum requirements as prescribed.  Monitor the activities and performance of the relevant personnel on a regular basis. Ensure the driving license Testing Centre complies with requirements of the relevant Acts and minimum requirements. Report any form of malpractice or violation of the above-mentioned to the Province for driving license testing centres. Ensure that all documentation kept at the Testing Centre is completed in full before any license or permit can be issued. Record keeping of all learner license test material. General staff training and development. Recruitment, selection, appraisal and coaching of new employees within the division. Show less

Examiner for Driving Licences

• Apr 2006 - Jun 2007

 Examine and test all applicants for learner’s and driver’s licenses according to the Road Traffic Act, Act 93 of 1996. Conduct renewal of driver license cards and test and issuing of professional driving permits. Provide general administration to the Testing Station Manager, provide support with regard to documentation drafting and updating such as status reports, compile policies, staff organograms, monthly statements, and so on).  Provide support with regard to internal and external training requests and requirements, take care of all logistical, accommodation and catering arrangements for the division. Human resources, liaise with all stake holders, provide support with the compilation of job descriptions and analyses, promotions, manage leave applications, and submit labour requests and so on. Show less

Administrative Assistant

• Jan 2000 - Mar 2006

 Office administration and support, effectively manage, update and maintain the Director of Public Safety’s diary and schedule appointments as requested. Provide support with regard to documentation drafting and documentation updating as well as general administrative, logistical and catering support for the Director’s meetings and committees.  Provide assistance for the department as required, and ensure a neat and tidy office and welcoming reception area. Effective and efficient management of the filing system (electronic/hard copy). Provide information or redirect queries as required and work harmoniously in collaboration with all stake holders.  Create and maintain records and a database for a contacts list and professional networks. Provide secretarial services, agenda and minutes taking for specific meetings and committees as requested by the Director. Distribute approved agenda and minutes to all stake holders.  Record keeping of all agendas and minutes as well as supporting documentation and strict management of document version control, including safe storage of all documents. Show less

Snr Administrative Clerk

• Oct 1994 - Mar 1997

 Issuing of face value documents, instructors, operators, roadworthiness, fitness, drivers and learner licenses, fishing, dogs and motor vehicle licenses.  Issuing of special / temporary permits, duplicate documents. Manage receipt of outstanding debts and payment of traffic fines.  Issuing of traffic registration numbers, licensing of motor vehicle dealer numbers, and reservation of motor vehicle registration numbers.  Keeping daily, monthly and quarterly reports. Follow cashbook and daily balancing procedures.  Weekly administration of warrants of arrest and incident reports.  Testing of applicants for learner and drivers’ licenses. Show less

Administrative Assistant

• Aug 1990 - May 1992

 Issuing of face value documents, instructors, operators, roadworthiness, fitness, drivers and learner licenses, fishing, dogs and motor vehicle licenses.  Issuing of special / temporary permits, duplicate documents. Manage receipt of outstanding debts and payment of traffic fines.  Issuing of traffic registration numbers, licensing of motor vehicle dealer numbers, and reservation of motor vehicle registration numbers.  Keeping daily, monthly and quarterly reports. Follow cashbook and daily balancing procedures.  Weekly administration of warrants of arrest and incident reports.  Testing of applicants for learner and drivers’ licenses. Show less