EMS Specialist

Company Description
-De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future. Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support function in the De Beers Group producer counties of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners. www.debeersgroup.com.

Job Description
-The EMS Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating all operational functions of the Fire, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services and to design, evaluate and manage Emergency Preparedness and Response in line with the Global industry standard in Tailings Management as well as meet the requirements of the Anglo American Social Way. This role furthermore focuses on integrated emergency preparedness and response efforts between Surface and Underground Operations.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. Manage operations and functionality of overall Emergency, Fire, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services for Venetia Mine.
2. Manage Venetia Mine Airport requirements regarding firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services to meet the requirements and maintain Airport category status.
3. Manage Emergency systems Repair and Maintenance schedule and manage associated contracts.
4. Manage first-aid equipment inspection and maintenance according to schedule and ensure compliance to regulation.
5. Manage first line firefighting and emergency response equipment inspection and maintenance according to schedule and ensure compliance to SABS standards.
6. Ensure Emergency and response risk assessments are conducted to ensure adequate controls can be implemented.
7. Ensure Emergency and response audits are conducted according to schedule.
8. Develop and maintain a comprehensive emergency and response drill schedule in line with the GISTM and ISO 14001/45001 requirements.
9. Ensure that an emergency risk awareness program is in place to sensitise employees and contractors to emergency events.
10. Ensure that audits on systems, procedures, Codes of Practice and equipment are done to identify short falls and to prevent potential emergencies and provide expert advice.
11. Ensure that liaison with Emergency, Fire, Rescue and Medical institutions is sound in order to render a professional service continuously.
12. Liaise with the Skills Development Centre to update existing training modules when needed.
13. Ensure that all Emergency personnel are trained and assessed by qualified and registered assessors and moderators and are declared competent.
14. Ensure that existing and new building plans have been audited with respect to compliance to SANS and fire regulations.
15. Ensure that the Mine is equipped to, as far as reasonably practicable, manage any identified emergency situation that may occur.
16. Ensure that Surface and Underground Operations have established and intrenched emergency response protocols and plans in place.
17. Maintain service agreement and training of Proto Team members with Mines Rescue Services South Africa.

Qualifications

1. Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent
2. Relevant qualifications in Emergency Preparedness and Response and Emergency Medical Care relevant to Mining.
3. Driver’s license code EC & PDP
4. Intermediate Life Support Paramedic. (Advantageous)

Role Specific Knowledge and Experience:

1. 5 years Management experience in emergency preparedness and response.
2. Underground Proto Team experience. (Advantageous)
3. Experience in surface and underground emergency preparedness and response.
4. An in-depth knowledge and understanding applicable Mining regulations.
5. Knowledge, understanding and training in incident management.
6. Experience of successfully handling incidents (‘incident command’).
7. Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to build positive working relationships with a diverse workforce.
8. Extensive experience in emergency preparedness and emergency documentation.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check, validation of qualifications and medicals.

Additional Information

Values

1. Put Safety First – We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.
2. Be Passionate – We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.
3. Pull Together – Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.
4. Build Trust – We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish.
5. Show we Care – The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.
6. Shape the Future – We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.

Eligibility Criteria

This role is open to all individuals and we will support employees who might need to relocate.

Closing date: 05 January 2025