Administrative Assistant OHS

Matimba Mathebula

Kempton Park, Gauteng 072-***-**** / 068-***-**** ************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Results-driven Occupational Health, Safety & Environmental (OHSE) Professional with a solid record of improving workplace safety, ensuring compliance with OHS legislation, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in risk assessment, safety audits, incident investigation, and policy development. Recognized for fostering a strong safety culture, enhancing compliance scores, and reducing incidents across administrative and construction environments.

Core Competencies:

- Safety Audits & Compliance Monitoring

- Risk Assessment & Mitigation

- Incident Investigation & Reporting

- Policy & Procedure Development

- Environmental & Waste Management

- SHEQ Training & Induction Facilitation

- Contractor & Stakeholder Engagement

- Report Writing & Data Analysis

Professional Experience

OHSE Administrative Assistant – PSiRA

Mar 2024 – Present

- Developed and implemented key SHE/OHS policies (Risk Assessment, HIV & AIDS, Substance Abuse, Environmental & Waste Management).

- Facilitated safety inductions, awareness campaigns, and evacuation drills, improving emergency preparedness.

- Conducted regular inspections and compiled detailed SHE minutes and compliance reports.

- Assisted in investigations and updated incident and risk registers to maintain compliance.

OHSE Consultant Representative – Selahle Consultancy & Projects (Pty) Ltd

Jul 2023 – Jan 2024

- Conducted weekly site inspections to enforce OHS compliance and PPE adherence.

- Supervised environmental and hygiene standards on sewer refurbishment projects.

- Investigated incidents, prepared comprehensive reports, and drove corrective actions.

- Collaborated with contractors and engineers to align safety objectives with project goals.

Junior ETD Administrator – Networx for Career Development

Jun 2022 – Jul 2023

- Managed SETA compliance records and learner attendance documentation.

- Coordinated learnership placements with host employers.

- Assisted in payroll processing, assessments, and general office administration.

- Supported learners through proactive communication and mentorship.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Safety Management – University of South Africa, 2023

National Diploma in Safety Management – University of South Africa, 2019

Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety – College SA, 2016

End-User Computing Certificate – Sukuma Training Academy, 2016

Professional Certifications

- Legal Liability Training – NOSA

- First Aid Level 1

- Perform Basic Firefighting

- Mentoring & Coaching – Networx for Career Development

- Full Safe-Build Series – Master Builders (20 CPD points)

- Apply Good Manufacturing Practices as part of Food Safety System (SAQA 120403 – Awaiting Certificate)

Key Project

Vaal Sewer Refurbishment – Department of Water & Sanitation

- Conducted safety inspections and compliance assessments.

- Produced weekly/monthly reports and presented findings to management.

- Recommended actionable improvements that enhanced contractor safety compliance.

Languages

English Xitsonga Sepedi isiZulu Tshivenda

References

Fhatuwani Mudau – OHS Officer, PSiRA 012-***-**** / 067-***-**** *********.*****@*****.**.**

Palesa Nhlanganiso – Supervisor, Selahle Consultancy 072-***-**** ********************@*****.***

Protencia Mhlambi – Supervisor, Networx 074-***-****

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