MINTEK

 

 

 

HEAD: SHEQ

Listing reference: minte_000413

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 May 2026

Position summary

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: SHEQ

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

 

Introduction

Mintek has an opportunity for a Head of SHEQ to lead the development and implementation of the SHEQ strategy in a complex, high-risk and multi-stakeholder environment. This role requires a leader with a proven track record of implementing SHEQ systems and processes end-to-end, including managing cross-functional dependencies.

 



 

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

  • Lead the SHEQ function with full accountability for delivery of SHEQ systems and processes across Mintek.
  • Enable and embed a culture of proactive safety and risk ownership by ensuring that SHEQ accountability is clearly owned by line functions.
  • Establish and enforce clear ownership and governance of SOPs across all divisions.
  • Facilitate and coordinate the development of Mintek’s emergency plan, as per national regulations and organisational standards.
  • Oversee the development and implementation the Radiation Protection Programme in line with regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee certification programmes with accountability for audit readiness and outcomes.
  • In collaboration with other assurance providers develop and implement a combined assurance plan.
  • Lead incident investigations and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
  • Ensure integrity, accuracy, and validation of SHEQ data, including incident reporting and statutory submissions.
  • Overall line management responsibility for the SHEQ function.
  • Create a SHEQ training framework to embed policies, standards, procedures.
  • Oversee the effective utilisation of the functional budget.

 

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field, underpinned by a strong technical foundation relevant to SHEQ in high-risk operational environments.
  • Relevant certifications.
  • 8 – 10 years’ experience, including at least 5 years implementing SHEQ systems.

 

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong planning and execution capability.
  • Strong understanding of the relevant legislations.
  • Experience with audits, risk assessments, and incident reporting.
  • Proven track record of implementing systems or processes end-to-end.

 

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