Occupational Health Plant Operator
Resume:
CONTACT DETAILS
samkelisodhliwayo@gmail.
com
Block 42/1360, P.O. Box
Mpopoma, Bulawayo
Zimbabwe
PERSONAL DETAILS
Gender:
Female
Date of Birth:
Nationality:
Zimbabwean
Driver's License:
Clean Class 4
Languages:
Ndebele, English, Shona
SKILLS &
COMPETENCIES
Occupational Health &
Safety Compliance
Risk Assessment & Hazard
Identification
Environmental Monitoring
SHE Policy Implementation
Waste Management &
Pollution Control
Safety Auditing & Incident
Investigation
PPE Management & Health
Surveillance
Emergency Response
Planning
Training & Awareness
Campaigns
Data Interpretation &
Compliance Reporting
Regulatory Liaison (EMA,
NSSA, Ministry of Mines)
Plant Operations &
Metallurgical Testing
Samkeliso Dhliwayo
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Detail-oriented and safety-conscious Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience in mineral processing, SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) compliance, and risk management. Demonstrates a strong understanding of environmental legislation, waste management, and hazard control with a track record of supporting zero-incident workplaces. Adept in data analysis, compliance documentation, and promoting employee well-being through proactive safety training and monitoring. Ready to contribute to organizations committed to health and environmental excellence.
WORK EXPERIENCE
SHE Officer Jun 2022 - Present
Homeguard Services, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Conduct weekly safety audits and risk assessments at PPC Factory.
Develop and enforce SHE policies aligned with ISO standards. Design and deliver safety induction training to over 100 contract workers.
Monitor PPE usage compliance and coordinate reissuance. Investigate incidents and produce corrective action reports. Lead environmental monitoring efforts including ambient dust sampling.
Coordinate employee medical surveillance and wellness programs.
Maintain SHE records including inspections, trainings, and incidents.
Support community-based environmental awareness initiatives. Mill Manager Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
Farvic Stamp Mill, Colleen Bawn, Gwanda, Zimbabwe
Managed day-to-day stamp mill operations, leading a team of 25+ staff. Oversaw gold extraction through mechanical and VAT leach processes. Prepared monthly reports for EMA and Ministry of Mines. Ensured full NSSA registration of employees.
Monitored compliance with environmental and hazardous substance laws.
Rehabilitated used leach tanks and conducted water sample testing. Led workplace safety briefings and hazardous materials training. Handled budgeting and financial reporting for milling operations Plant Operator Nov 2016 - May 2017
Golden Quarry, Shurugwi, Zimbabwe
Operated mineral processing equipment and optimized ore recovery. PROFESSIONAL
ATTRIBUTES
Detail-Oriented
Analytical Thinker
Resilient
Proactive
Team Player
Strong Work Ethic
INTERESTS/HOBBIES
Reading Environmental
Research
Occupational Safety
Advocacy
Community Health
Engagement
Safety & Compliance
Blogging
Attending SHE Conferences
Environmental
Documentary Viewing
REFERENCES
Ms S. Moyo
SHE Practitioner – PPC Cement,
Bulawayo Factory
Mr P.Mapiye
Contract Manger – Homeguard
Services
Mr O. Nyoni
Mine Manager – Turk Mine
Mr L. Pullen
Director – Farvic Stamp Mill
+263-**-***-**** +263 77
830 0042
Executed leaching, separation, and chemical handling with safety compliance.
Maintained daily production logs and participated in safety drills. Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot process inefficiencies. Promoted environmentally responsible waste disposal and spill control. Supported monthly safety inspections and audits.
Junior Plant Operator Sep 2015 - Nov 2016
Thathile Investments T/A Turk Mine, MATABELELAND NORTH Assisted in ball milling, CIP processes, and dump retreatment activities. Operated Knelson-Deswik fine grind mills to increase mineral yield. Monitored slime dam activities and ensured waste compliance. Prepared metallurgical samples and conducted safety inductions. Participated in plant efficiency improvement initiatives. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in 2022 - Present Environmental Science
Lupane State University, Zimbabwe
Diploma In Mineral Processing And 2012 - 2014
Extractive Metallurgy
Zimbabwe School Of Mines
CERTIFICATIONS
NEBOSH International Diploma in 2022
Occupational Health and Safety
Management Professionals - SHEilds UK
NEBOSH Certificate in Workplace Health 2022
and Safety Principles (International)
NEBOSH Certificate in Controlling 2022
Workplace Safety Issues (International)
NEBOSH Certificate in Controlling 2022
Workplace Health Issues (International)
OSHEMAC Certificate – NSSA Zimbabwe 2022
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