PETRUS JOHANNES JOACHUM YSSEL
Peru Cellular: 005*-***-***-***
South Africa Cell +27-82-967-**** OR +27-72-595-****
************@*****.*** or ********@********.**.**
PROFILE
A highly experienced and qualified Health and Safety Advisor with an extensive history overseeing health, safety and environmental issues across a
wide range of industries including mining, construction(civil, earthworks, buildings and concentrator plants). Proven ability coaching all levels of
the organisation from senior management through to front line staff to promote a positive H&S culture and behaviour and to improve quality and risk
management procedures for the business.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Seeking a Health and Safety Advisor/ Consultant/ Manager position with an organisation that genuinely focuses on supporting the safety of their
staff. Interested in roles that require strong operational and strategic leadership to improve the prevention injuries, incidents and near misses in the
working place.
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Extensive knowledge and experience in H&S protocols, strict control on all Legal Requirements. Accurate submitting of documentation in
time, such as incident investigations and Samrass documentation to DME.
Confident trainer and facilitator leading events across a wide range of topics including hazard and risk management, incident
documentation and H&S strategy
Gather information for weekly/monthly meetings/ reports.
Appoint Safety Officers 2.17.1 and Safety Representatives 2.18.1. Ensure all occupants required to be appointed are signed off and
available. Regulations 7.4, 2.6.1, and 2.9.2
Have systems in place to identify and follow up all working places in the criteria of 30, 45, and 90 days inspections.
Ensure Method Statements and Risk Assessments are completed for all critical tasks. Have a system in place to discuss R/A’s with the
employees prior to the tasks being performed.
Display of Symbolic Signs on correct colour coding and enforcement of correct usage.
Safe work areas and safe traveling areas to be established.
Fall Protection plan must be available and in use.
Housekeeping always relevant.
Availability of PPE, control and proper use of it.
Comprehensive experience with chemical storage and management, noise and dust pollution standards
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages and bespoke software systems to support H&S requirements and MSD Sheets
specifications
Highly skilled managing H&S requirements for staff, contractors and sub contractors
Proven capability working in regulatory environments in addition to organising and managing H&S audits
Demonstrated ability leading Toolbox discussions and webinars with senior management to promote positive health and safety practices
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QUALIFICATIONS
NEBOSH International Certificate 2012 South Africa
National Diploma – Modern Safety, Health, Environment and Quality 2007 South Africa
International Risk Control Academy (IRCA)
National Diploma – Safety Health and Environmental Management (SAMTRAC) 1991 South Africa
National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA-CUM LAUDE) Certificate. No NTPSAM 08/04
COMSOC 1 & 2 1990 South Africa
International Certificate of Vaccination, Snake Advance Certificate, SEP Course Certificate,
Back to Basic Certificate (ORMS). Net Training Certificate, NEC Training Certificate.
Anglo American Corporation South Africa
Rescue Brigades man 1981 South Africa
Shift Boss Supervisory Development Programme
GM (18/06/1979), Blasting Certificate X16641, Red Ticket No A28329, 1979 South Africa
First Aid Certificate C.M/99/29323/G, Loss Control Management Certificate, in International Mine,
Safety Rating & Safety Supervision Certificate, Hydro Power Water Jetting Course
Chamber of Mines Vaal Reefs Approved
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Mets - Shaft Sinking Poderosa Proyecto - Lima (South America) Febr.2013 -Current
Safety Manager South
America
Relieving/ Acting Construction Manager
Responsibilities:
Support the development and delivery of the safety plan encompassing key management standards action plans to support staff, contractors
and sub-contractors
Coach and mentor line managers to support H&S procedures across the business
Facilitate training modules for staff on topics including hazard management, documentation for incidents and H&S
Provide technical advice and guidance on hazard, risk, incident management, occupational health, rehabilitation and general safety issues
Prepared weekly and monthly reports for head of departments
Actively participate in regular H&S meetings and committee events to review risks and minimise hazards
Achievements:
Developed and implemented a safety management system, liaising with the client to ensure protocols and good practices are met.
Successfully achieved secondary accreditation, overseeing ACC and health and safety audits
Positively impacted on the health and safety culture by gaining buy-in from supervisors and leaders across the business
Strive to achieve a zero tolerance target at all times.
Translating all procedures to Spanish
TWP Projects – Forzando Coal Mine & Wesizwe Bakubung Platinum Mine – Shaft Sinking Project Sept 2009 –February 2013 –E.O.C
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Chief Safety Officer South Africa
Responsibilities:
Support the development and delivery of the safety plan encompassing key management standards action plans to support staff, contractors
and sub-contractors
Coach and mentor line managers to support H&S procedures across the business
Facilitate training modules for staff on topics including hazard management, documentation for incidents and H&S
Provide technical advice and guidance on hazard, risk, incident management, occupational health, rehabilitation and general safety issues
Prepared weekly and monthly reports for head of departments
Actively participate in regular H&S meetings and committee events to review risks and minimise hazards
Achievements:
Developed and implemented a safety management system, liaising with the client to ensure protocols and good practices are met.
Successfully achieved secondary accreditation, overseeing ACC and health and safety audits
Positively impacted on the health and safety culture by gaining buy-in from supervisors and leaders across the business
Strive to achieve a zero tolerance target at all times.
BULELANI PROJECT Sept 2007 – Aug 2009
Health and Safety Coordinator/ Manager (Contract) South Africa
Responsibilities:
Provided health and safety services on the Anglo American housing project and upgrading the existing workers change houses and
accommodation facilities
Investigated all incidents and near misses, reporting findings with full recommendations for prevention and mitigation of risk
Coached and mentored operational managers to promote a focus on H&S practices and protocols
Developed and implemented training strategies on topics including health, safety, environment and injury management
Organised and oversaw workplace H&S audits, addressing remedial recommendations
Liaised with the health and safety manager and operations manager to develop the long-term strategy for H&S
Achievements:
Completed the project with adherence to H&S practise.
Initiated a number of Toolbox talks to engage managers and supervisors in hazard, incident and injury reporting processes
TULANIE TRUST PROJECT Feb 2007 – Sept 2007
Safety Manager South Africa
Responsibilities:
Managed the H&S requirements for all employees on site
Organised staff members yearly medical check-ups and induction training
Developed the strategic health and safety plan for the business adhering to South African legislation
Ensured environmental, building and OHSAS Act compliance was achieved, and council consent was obtained and maintained for waste
discharge
Consulted on security matters including building, parking and issues of personal threats
Achievements:
Developed and implemented all health and safety operating procedures
Instigated the fire scheme and waste management practices
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Petrus Johannes Joachum Yssel +27-82-967-**** or +27-72-595-****
TWP PROJECT SHAFT SINKING July 2006 – Feb 2007
Chief Safety Officer South Africa
Responsibilities:
Support the development and delivery of the safety plan encompassing key management standards action plans to support staff, contractors
and sub-contractors
Coach and mentor line managers to support H&S procedures across the business
Facilitate training modules for staff on topics including hazard management, documentation for incidents and H&S
Provide technical advice and guidance on hazard, risk, incident management, occupational health, rehabilitation and general safety issues
Prepared weekly and monthly reports for head of departments
Actively participate in regular H&S meetings and committee events to review risks and minimise hazards
Achievements:
Developed and implemented a safety management system, liaising with the client to ensure protocols and good practices are met.
Successfully achieved secondary accreditation, overseeing ACC and health and safety audits
Positively impacted on the health and safety culture by gaining buy-in from supervisors and leaders across the business
Strive to achieve a zero tolerance target at all times.
GRD MINPROC – CONSTRUCTION OF NEW CONCENTRATOR PLANT July 2005 – July 2006
Health, Safety and Environment Coordinator / Manager Democratic Republic of
Congo (Lubumbashi)
Responsibilities:
Organised and facilitated inductions and training for all new staff members and subcontractors
Conducted regular noise and dust surveys
Created, implemented and updated safety standards to accommodate a constantly changing environment and industry
Coordinated health, safety and environmental procedures to support more than 1000 staff
Contributed to tender meetings and project scopes to address safety requirements for clients
Achievements:
Implemented the Health and Safety security system, including policies, procedures, documentation and risk assessment to GRD Minproc
Standard
Managed toolbox talks across multiple sites
Achieved one lost time injury and a low incident rate on the project
TWP PROJECT SHAFT SINKING PAARDEKRAAL # May 2005 –
July 2005
Chief Safety Officer South Africa
Responsibilities:
Support the development and delivery of the safety plan encompassing key management standards action plans to support staff, contractors
and sub-contractors
Coach and mentor line managers to support H&S procedures across the business
Facilitate training modules for staff on topics including hazard management, documentation for incidents and H&S
Provide technical advice and guidance on hazard, risk, incident management, occupational health, rehabilitation and general safety issues
Prepared weekly and monthly reports for head of departments
Actively participate in regular H&S meetings and committee events to review risks and minimise hazards
Achievements:
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Developed and implemented a safety management system, liaising with the client to ensure protocols and good practices are met.
Successfully achieved secondary accreditation, overseeing ACC and health and safety audits
Positively impacted on the health and safety culture by gaining buy-in from supervisors and leaders across the business
Strive to achieve a zero tolerance target at all times.
ONGOING LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Additional Training:
• Anglo Platinum Causation Analysis Technique (Aicat) - International Risk Control Academy (IRCA)
• Accident/Incident Investigation - Employers & Manufacturers Association (EMA)
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) - International Risk Control Academy (IRCA)
• IRCA Training for Construction Supervisors (IRCON) - International Risk Control Academy (IRCA)
• Root Cause Analysis Technique (RCAT-tm) - International Risk Control Academy (IRCA)
LICENCES
• Code 8 South African Licence (Car and Trailer)
• International Licence
REFEREES
Company: METS Shaft Sinkers
Contact Person: Steve Lombard
Capacity: Construction/ Mine Manager
Contact Number: +27-833-***-*** Email: ******@************.**.**
Company: TWP Projects
Contact Person: Tony Anderson
Capacity: Construction/ Mine Manager
Contact Number: +27-825-**-**** Email: *********@***.**.**
Company: Bulelani Project Management (Anglo Platinum Projects):
Contact Person: Gavin Bernard
Capacity: Project Director
Contact Number: +27-82-067-**** Email: ************@***********.**.**
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