SHEQ PERSONNEL

VIMBAI TARUVINGA

SHEQ Professional

Harare, Zimbabwe

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Personal lnformation

Nationality: Zimbabwean

Driver's License: Class 4

Gender: Female

Date of Birth: 18 August 1990

Languages: English and Shona

Summary

Results-driven SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) professional with extensive experience in project management and compliance. Recognized for developing and implementing comprehensive SHEQ policies, procedures, and guidelines across diverse projects. Proven track record of ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements, conducting thorough audits, and delivering targeted training programs. Expertise encompasses proficient risk assessments, implementation of OHSAS, QMS, and EMS standards, and effective environmental management systems. Holds a Bachelor of Science Honors degree in Geography and Environmental Studies, showcasing academic qualifications in the field. Committed to cultivating a safe and environmentally responsible work environment. Seeking an opportunity to leverage extensive skills and knowledge in SHEQ management to drive organizational success and facilitate the successful implementation of OHSAS, QMS, and EMS systems.

Areas of Expertise

Safety Management Health Management: Environmental Management Compliance and Regulatory

Affairs

Incident Investigation and

Root Cause Analysis

Training and Education

Emergency Preparedness

and Response

Stakeholder Engagement Auditing and Compliance

Monitoring

Technological Proficiencies

Microsoft Office, i.e. Word, Excel,

PowerPoint and Outlook

Skills

Meticulous attention to detail

Key achievements

Led the successful implementation and development of the Safety, Health, and Environmental Management System (SHEMS) across multiple departments, including Plant and Transport, Engineering, Human Resources, Finance, and Administration. This resulted in the company obtaining SAZ certification for ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007. Played a key role in providing and coordinating comprehensive SHE training programs for the Head Office staff, ensuring a strong understanding of safety, health, and environmental practices throughout the organization.

Conducted thorough accident and incident investigations, employing effective root cause analysis techniques to identify underlying factors and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Demonstrated expertise in carrying out comprehensive risk and impact assessments, identifying potential hazards and evaluating their potential consequences. Utilized this information to develop and implement appropriate control measures, mitigating risks and ensuring a safer working environment.

Work Experience

Effective team player

Self-driven and works under minor

supervision

Motivation to learn

Adapts easily to a new environment

Ability to work well under pressure

Goal oriented

Planning and time management

Communication and problem-solving

Initiative and proactive

Deadline driven

2023-08 -

current

2016-06 -

2019-12

COMMINGLE ENTERPRISES

Consultant SHEQ Officer

Duties and responsibilities-:

Provided expert advisory services to clients on SHE issues, ensuring compliance with relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations. Conducted thorough risk assessments, including baseline, issue-based, and task- specific assessments, to identify and mitigate potential hazards and risks. Delivered specialized SHE training and education programs to clients' management and employees, promoting awareness and ensuring proper implementation of SHE practices.

Conducted audits and inspections of clients' operations to assess compliance with SHE standards and regulations, providing detailed reports and corrective action plans.

Developed and delivered SHE performance metrics and reports to clients, providing insights into safety, health, and environmental performance and areas for improvement.

Stayed up-to-date with emerging trends and best practices in the field of SHE and transport, incorporating innovative approaches into clients' strategies and systems.

Metallon Management Services, Zimbabwe

Metallon Group Projects SHEQ Officer

Duties and responsibilities-:

Projects

Masimba Construction

Rebranding of REDAN Service Station to

PUMA (05/15 - 07/15)

Snake Park, Kuwadzana, White House

Service stations)

UNKI MIne Project – Rehabilitation and

Railing of ROM SILO (07/15 - 09/15)

Norton & Kadoma Toll Plaza & -

Construction of Toll Plazas (06/13-

12/13)

Budiriro Housing Projects - Construction

of Housing Units (01/14 -02/15)

NESTLE Harare Factory - Extension of

Egron Tower (03/15 -05/15)

Baldmin Projects Zimbabwe

Mazowe Mine Project - Construction

of a Gold Processing Plant (2011/15

-05/206)

Metallon Management Services,

Zimbabwe

Management of Metallon Projects

Site( Shamva, Arcturus, Mazowe)

(06/2016 -current)

Murray and Roberts Construction

Zimbabwe

ZIMPLATS SELOUS Project,

Zimbabwe (Construction of 42m tall

Silo) (12/11 t- 06/12 0

Other qualifications

Post Graduate Diploma in Project

Management (PMZ)

Certificate in Occupational Safety

Health and Environmental

Management Course (OSHEMAC)

Part 1&2

Certificate in Basic Industrial First

Aid Training course (Red Cross)

Certificate in Basic Fire Fighting

Certificate in Root Cause Analysis

(Kaizen Business Consultancy)

Certificate in Internal Auditing

ISO14001 & OSHAS 18001 (Ironwod

Consultancy)

Certificate in Implementation and

Development of ISO14001:2004 &

OHSAS18001:2007 (Kaizen

Business Consultancy)

Certificate in Emergency Preparedness

and Response (YOPKA

Consultancy)

Certificate in Setting of Objectives

and Targets (ISOCARE

Consultancy)

2015-11 -

2016-05

2013-06 -

2015-07

2011-11 -

2012-06

Develop and implement comprehensive SHEQ policies, procedures, and guidelines for projects within the Metallon Group, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Ensure that all employees and contractors involved in the projects comply with Metallon Gold's minimum safety, environmental, and occupational health standards.

Coordinate and conduct audits of the projects' Environmental Management System (EMS 14001:2004), ensuring compliance and identifying areas for improvement.

Develop and deliver SHEQ awareness training programs for employees and contractors, promoting a strong safety culture and environmental stewardship. Provide specialized training to key employees on job-specific and operational procedures, enhancing their understanding and adherence to SHEQ protocols. Prepare and submit weekly and monthly SHEQ reports, providing accurate and comprehensive data on safety, health, environment, and quality performance. Coordinate internal audits to assess compliance with OHSAS and EMS standards, identifying non-conformities and implementing corrective actions. Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant environmental, safety, health, and quality legislation, standards, and regulations. Coordinate and track progress on OHSAS and EMS programs, ensuring timely completion of objectives and continuous improvement initiatives. Carry out monitoring programs and deliver SHEQ trainings onsite, fostering a safe and environmentally responsible work environment. Senior SHE Officer

Baldmin Projects Zimbabwe

Duties and responsibilities-:

Developed Baldmin's SHEQ policy, procedures, site-specific method statements, and risk assessments, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Ensured compliance with Metallon Gold's minimum safety, environmental, and occupational health standards for all employees and contractors at the Sands Project.

Coordinated and audited the Mazowe Mine EMS 14001:2004, ensuring effective environmental management system implementation and compliance.

Developed and conducted OHSAS and EMS awareness training programs for employees, including contractors, fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

Provided training to key employees on job-specific and operational procedures, ensuring their understanding and adherence to safety protocols. Prepared and submitted weekly and monthly SHE reports, providing comprehensive insights into safety, health, and environmental performance. Coordinated internal audits for OHSAS and EMS, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

Monitored compliance with environment, safety, and health legislation, proactively addressing any gaps and ensuring legal requirements were met. Coordinated progress on OHSAS and EMS programs, tracking milestones, and ensuring timely completion of objectives.

Conducted monitoring programs and delivered SHE trainings onsite, promoting continuous improvement and enhancing safety awareness among employees.

SHE Officer

Masimba Construction

Duties and responsibilities-:

Successfully provided advisory services to senior management and line managers on SHE issues, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations throughout all company operations.

Developed SHE policies and procedures and implemented and reviewed them to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.

Conducted risk/impact assessments, including baseline, issue-based, and task-specific risk assessments, to identify and mitigate potential hazards and environmental impacts.

Provided SHE training to line management, interpreting and implementing the SHE policies and procedures, and ensuring adherence to them. Developed and maintained auditable systems for OHSAS 18001 and EMS 14001, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental management standards.

Actively participated as a site representative for the development and implementation of ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 management systems. Implemented systems to evaluate the effectiveness of engineering control measures, ensuring the safety of workers and minimizing environmental risks. Developed hazardous waste management plans, waste management procedures, policy manuals, and systems management procedures to ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials. Junior SHE Officer

Murray and Roberts Construction Zimbabwe

Assisted in developing and implementing SHE policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

References Education

Available upon request. 2016 Bachelor of Science Honors degree in Geography and Environmental Studies

Midlands State University

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