QHSE Manager - Mining

To develop, implement, and maintain quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems to ensure mining and exploration operations comply with legal, regulatory, and company standards while promoting a safe and sustainable work culture across our joint ventures.

Key Responsibilities Health & Safety

• Develop and enforce Ajlan & Bros Mining group wide and site specific HSE policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and safety inspections across mining, exploration, and processing areas.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure consistent standards are applied across operations.
• Organise regular safety training and emergency drills for mine employees and contractors.
• Monitor and manage environmental impacts of mining and exploration operations (dust, noise, water, waste, emissions).
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, local laws, and sustainability targets.
• Coordinate rehabilitation, waste management, and biodiversity protection programmes.

Quality

• Implement quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) in mining operations.
• Audit suppliers, contractors, and internal processes to ensure operational excellence.
• Develop KPIs and monitor performance against company standards.

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain up to date knowledge of mining safety, environmental, and quality legislation.
• Prepare and submit HSE performance reports to regulators and company leadership.
• Maintain incident logs, safety statistics, and environmental monitoring records.
• Promote a "Zero Harm" culture across all teams and departments.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to supervisors and employees on QHSE matters.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety committees, and leadership safety walks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent HSE certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' QHSE experience in the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Knowledge of mining legislation, international standards, and best practices.
• Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and training facilitation skills.
• Driving License.