Operations Manager Human Resources

GODFREY CHEMHERE

Harare, Zimbabwe Contact (s): +263*********/ +263*********

Email address: *************@*****.***

QHSE Professional

Professional Summary

A strategic business leader with a track record of successfully advancing Environmental and Social Governance, Integrated Management Systems, encouraging ongoing development and the attainment of sustainable zero harm, public health, risk, quality assurance, sound corporate governance, and the advancement of moral business practices. Competent at building cooperative relationships, representing the company on a variety of forums, and promoting constructive organizational culture change. Proven ability to create and carry out policies and procedures, manage staff competency and awareness, and promote ongoing development in the area of employee welfare. Core Competences and Skills

- Stakeholder Relationship Management - Environmental and Social Governance

- Data Analysis & Reporting - Auditing of Management Systems

- Budget Analysis and Tracking - Security Awareness

- Ability to engage and inspire others - Quality Control

- Population, Health and Environment specialist - Research and Development

- Contractor Management - Portfolio Management

- Monitoring and Evaluation - Training and Evaluation

- Innovative and Strategic - Business Planning Specialist

- Complex Problem Solving - Time management

Professional Experience

Hilmax Engineering

Integrated Management Systems Coordinator January 2021 – Dec 2024

- Made sure that the executive team received monthly reports on the commitment impact, diversity, equity, inclusion, and other Key Performance indicators and eligibility requirements.

- Coordinated, entered, and, to the executive's satisfaction, reported on the yearly integrated data collection (ESG, climate, business integrity, development impact, and diversity, equity and inclusion).

- Made sure that data collection and reporting on areas of specialization (ESG) were consistent and synergistic.

- Established a compliance obligation tracking system to monitor the organization's adherence to all laws and regulations.

- Ensured all incidents are recorded, thoroughly examined to identify the underlying reasons, and that all corrective and preventative measures are identified, prioritised, and implemented.

- Supervised the creation of yearly and other reports on the organization's analysis and monitoring.

- Hired right contractors to carry out hard and soft facilities management services.

- Facilitated the execution of the firm's Sustainability Strategy and policies.

- Coordinated the collection, analysis, and assessment of sustainability data, as well as the reaction processes.

- Encouraged the creation of performance measures and metrics for sustainability reporting.

- Maintained IMS regulations, monitored IMS and security expenditures, and budgets.

- Created and implemented a security policy and security procedures for all security personnel in the organisation.

- Created and implemented Building and facilities management policy to enable proper maintenance of company facilities.

- Introduced weekly vehicle inspections for all company vehicles including contractors.

- Introduced various security measures including vehicle tracking, surveillance cameras and alarms on the company premises as well as tinted vehicle glasses.

- Ensured risk level and risk reduction measures are periodically reassessed, at a minimum with each change of an activity or a process.

- Provided safe and secure working environment for occupants and staff

- Introduced all level security awareness, from executives to low-level employees.

- Ensured buildings operate within a set budget.

- Ensured the evaluation and selection of contractors and suppliers takes into account their HSEQ performance, their capacity to implement an HSE policy that complies with the entity policy, and their ability to manage the risks associated with the activities covered by the contract.

- Compiled and ensured that reports meet applicable regulatory standards and organisational frameworks.

- Provided coordination and compilation of all functions and business units' reporting work streams within the company.

- Facilitated and organised training and capacity building on sustainability-related topics.

- Created and implemented a wellness policy and program to improve worker health, cut down on sick days, and boost output by 14%.

- Implemented programmes to control waste, encourage the use of renewable resources, and lower energy and water consumption. This involved putting in place eco-friendly procedures, waste management initiatives, and energy-efficient technologies.

- Made sure the company conforms with environmental laws and guidelines, which included creating sustainability reports that show the company's performance in areas like waste management, water use, and greenhouse gas emissions

- Ensured the presence of emergency plans, well-trained staff, and appropriate equipment for handling such circumstances readily available.

- Planning for information relations, communications, and behavioural interventions was demonstrated.

- Proven proficiency in written and verbal editing and production skills resulted in the creation of precise content and information for various print and electronic media, meeting the needs of all parties involved.

- Proficiency in cultivating and advocating cooperative relationships.

- Demonstrated capacity for creative problem-solving and proactive problem-solving.

- Showed a thorough awareness of population, health, and environmental management by making sure that none of the staff members had any public health conditions that might pose a risk to the general public.

- Demonstrated aptitude for organisation and analysis, along with a dedication to excellence and customer focus. Outstanding interpersonal abilities, tact, judgement, and diplomacy.

- Developed protocols for takeover and handover to ensure a seamless transition of all business operations.

- Led the quality control program that saw a 5% boost in profitability due to a decrease in customer complaints and reworks.

- Promoted HSEQ policy implementation and periodically evaluates its effectiveness through audits, inspections, and monitoring.

- Served as the organization's chief administrator and keeper of the Integrated Management Systems.

- Successfully launched a training and awareness program that increased worker competence, awareness, and engagement while also achieving high-quality service delivery.

- Implemented effective change management strategy in organisational restructuring to enhance organisational performance and growth.

Hilmax Engineering

Safety Health Environment & Quality Officer (SHEQ Officer) (Hilmax Engineering- Zimplats Contracts) January 2017 – December 2020

- Maintained continuous improvement of the company’s IMS.

- Achieved sustainable zero harm with 0 Lost Time Injuries during my tenure.

- Resolved employee disgruntlement through engagement and counselling.

- Planned IMS objectives and achieved our goals.

- Enforced risk level and risk reduction measures are periodically reassessed, at a minimum with each change of an activity or a process.

- Encouraged the HSEQ policy implementation and periodically evaluates its effectiveness through audits, inspections, and monitoring.

- Supported other business functions, making sure there is a seamless and sufficient flow of information within the organisation.

- Equipped all employees with knowledge of how to maneuver within the IMS while accomplishing day to day objectives through daily pre-shift safety talks.

- Attended meetings on behalf of the Company's SHEQ department - Management meetings, Technical meetings, Steering Committee meetings (weekly, monthly, quarterly).

- Investigated the root cause of SHEQ complaints put forward by staff members, customers, clients and contractors and report the results to the SHEQ Manager.

- Established the company’s medical compliance tracker for all employees.

- Coordinated and participated in the investigation of incidents, accidents and near misses.

- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly SHEQ reports, statistics and presentations related to SHEQ performance. Summary of other roles

SHE Assistant Golden Valley Mine Aug 2015 - Oct 2016

District Environmental Officer Chegutu Rural District Council July 2013 – July 2014 Education

Executive Masters in Business Administration (EMBA), Midlands State University (MSU), 2022

Master of Science in Safety Health and Environmental Management (MSHEM), Midlands State University (MSU), 2021.

Bachelor of Environmental Science in Natural Resources Management (BES), Bindura University of Science Education (BUSE), 2015.

Occupational Safety Health and Environmental Management Course (OSHEMAC), National Social Security Authority (NSSA), 2017

Training and Professional Development

Lead Auditing - IMS ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 - Amosa Institute of Occupational Health and Safety.

Class 4 Drivers License

Knowledge of International Standards

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System

ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System

ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management System

ISO 45003:2021 Occupational health and safety management — Psychological health and safety at work — Guidelines for managing psychosocial risks.

ISO 22000:2018 Food safety management systems

ISO 19011:2018 Guidelines for auditing management systems.

ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management – Guidelines.

ISO 55001:2014 Asset management — Management systems

ISO IWA48:2024 Framework for implementing environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles Membership and Professional Affiliation

Zimbabwe Institute of Occupational Safety and Health – Member Status (MSZIOSH – 2018 to date Availability

As soon as possible

References

Lincoln S. Gorogodo Stellar Nyirongo

Operations Engineer Human Resources Manager

Zimplats - SMC Concentrator Hilmax Engineering (Pvt) Ltd Makwiro Road, Selous, Zimbabwe Bay 5 cnr Hermes/ Melbourne Road Southerton

Tel: +263 682*-*****-**, +263 772 513 906-9 Tel: +263 772 134 610-3 Mobile: +263-***-***-*** Mobile: +263-***-***-***

*******.********@********.*** *******@******.**.** Ali Cassim Humphrey Chingono

Projects Manager SHEQ Officer – Ngezi Concentrator Hilmax Engineering, Harare Zimplats, Mhondoro – Ngezi Mobile: +263-***-***-*** Mobile: +263-***-***-***

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