Job Title: EMS Specialist
Business Unit / Group Function: De Beers Group
Discipline: Sustainable Development
Location: Musina, South Africa
Reference Id: REF67441P
Experience / Work Type: Associate / Permanent Employee
Closing Date: 05 January 2025
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 believe they can do much more. We strive for our diamonds and business to make life brilliant for our people, customers, and the world around us.
Venetia Mine, part of De Beers Group Managed Operations, integrates mines, operations, and support functions in Canada and South Africa, shaping a safe and sustainable future for our stakeholders. For more details, visit 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. The role includes designing, evaluating, and managing emergency preparedness and response in line with global industry standards in Tailings Management, and meeting Anglo-American Social Way requirements. This position focuses on integrated emergency preparedness and response efforts for both surface and underground operations.
Key Performance Areas:
- Oversee operations and functionality of Emergency, Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Medical Services for Venetia Mine.
- Manage firefighting, rescue, and medical service requirements for Venetia Mine Airport to maintain Airport category status.
- Administer Emergency Systems Repair and Maintenance schedules and associated contracts.
- Ensure compliance with regulations for first-aid and firefighting equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Conduct risk assessments and audits for emergency and response systems, implementing necessary controls.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive emergency drill schedule in alignment with GISTM and ISO 14001/45001.
- Implement an emergency risk awareness program for employees and contractors.
- Audit emergency response systems and provide expert advice to address potential shortfalls.
- Collaborate with external Emergency, Fire, Rescue, and Medical institutions to maintain professional services.
- Update and revise training modules in coordination with the Skills Development Centre.
- Ensure emergency personnel are trained, assessed, and declared competent by qualified assessors and moderators.
- Audit building plans for compliance with SANS and fire regulations.
- Establish and maintain emergency response protocols and plans for surface and underground operations.
- Maintain service agreements and training for Proto Team members with Mines Rescue Services South Africa.
Qualifications
- Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Relevant qualifications in Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Emergency Medical Care specific to mining.
- Driver’s license code EC & PDP.
- Intermediate Life Support Paramedic (advantageous).
Role-Specific Knowledge and Experience:
- 5 years of management experience in emergency preparedness and response.
- Experience in underground Proto Team operations (advantageous).
- Expertise in surface and underground emergency response.
- In-depth knowledge of applicable mining regulations.
- Incident management training and experience in successfully handling incidents.
- Strong leadership, team-building, and relationship-management skills.
- Extensive experience in emergency documentation and preparedness.
Additional Information
Background Checks: Successful candidates will undergo background screening, which may include a criminal check, validation of qualifications, and medical examinations.
Values:
- Put Safety First: Address risks before proceeding with any activity to ensure Zero Harm.
- Be Passionate: Embrace the challenges and opportunities of our business.
- Pull Together: Leverage diversity to create strength through unity.
- Build Trust: Act with openness, honesty, and integrity.
- Show We Care: Consider the long-term consequences of our actions to contribute meaningfully.
- Shape the Future: Innovate and execute excellently to achieve demanding targets.
Eligibility Criteria: This role is open to all individuals, and we support employees requiring relocation.
Closing Date: 05 January 2025