Danita Van Niekerk
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Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SHEQ Officer
PG Bison (Pty) Ltd
11.2021 - 12.2023
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Reduced incident rates through effective risk assessments and hazard identification processes.
- Developed comprehensive SHEQ policies and procedures, resulting in improved compliance with regulatory standards.
- Streamlined internal communication channels for reporting incidents and near misses, leading to quicker response times and resolutions.
- Increased employee engagement in safety initiatives by providing tailored training programs and resources.
- Conducted thorough investigations of accidents, pinpointing root causes and implementing preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent approach to SHEQ management across the organization.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring ongoing organizational compliance.
- Established strong relationships with external stakeholders such as regulators, suppliers, contractors, and community representatives for effective collaboration on SHEQ matters.
- Evaluated operational processes for potential hazards, recommending improvements for optimal safety conditions.
- Managed waste disposal systems efficiently, reducing environmental impact while complying with applicable regulations.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for enhancement in existing SHEQ practices and procedures.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Prepared detailed reports on incident findings for senior leadership review, driving strategic decision-making around SHEQ practices.
- Provided coaching and mentorship to junior staff members on various aspects of health, safety, environment, and quality management principles.
- Oversaw contractor activities on site to ensure adherence to established SHEQ guidelines during project execution phases.
- Developed emergency response plans tailored to specific site requirements, ensuring preparedness for potential crisis situations.
- Managed overall Safety Administration for legal compliance purposes.
Trainee SHEQ Officer
TWK Agriculture (Pty) Ltd
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Conducted in-house Safety Induction training for all employees on an annual basis as well as contractors.
- Assisted in developing and implementing safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Conducted supervised audits on certain departments to ensure legal compliance.
- Analyzing potential risks within the business and developing strategies to mitigate to exposure.
- Organized and facilitated various in-house and external Safety Trainings.
- Prepared detailed reports on incident findings for senior leadership review, driving strategic decision-making around SHEQ practices.
- Conducted thorough investigations of accidents, pinpointing root causes and implementing preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.
- Managed all Safety Administration to ensure legal compliance.
- Oversaw contractor activities to ensure adherence to established SHEQ guidelines.
- Developed emergency response plans.
HR Trainee
TWK Agriculture (Pty) Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Improved HR processes by streamlining employee onboarding and orientation procedures.
- Assisted in reducing employee turnover by conducting thorough exit interviews and providing constructive feedback to management.
- Enhanced communication within the department by organizing team-building activities and workshops.
- Streamlined recruitment efforts, utilizing social media platforms for job postings and candidate sourcing.
- Maintained accurate employee records, ensuring timely updates to personal information, employment status, and benefits enrollment.
- Participated in the development of HR policies, staying compliant with current employment laws and regulations.
- Facilitated employee training programs, coordinating schedules and securing appropriate resources for successful sessions.
- Conducted regular audits of personnel files to ensure completeness and accuracy for compliance purposes.
- Managed internship and bursary programs, coordinating placements with various departments while mentoring interns throughout their experience.
- Contributed to talent acquisition strategies by participating in job fairs, networking events, or online recruiting campaigns.
- Consulted with supervisor to identify company needs and preferred employee qualifications.
- Answered phone and performed clerical duties to assist human resources department.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Informed applicants about job conditions and benefits.
- Contacted references and performed background checks.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for newspapers and online postings.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Education
National Diploma: Safety Management - Occupational Health And Safety
University of South Africa
South Africa12.2021
Higher Certificate: Economic Management & Sciences - Business Management
University of South Africa
South Africa01.2019
High School Diploma -
Piet Retief Highschool
Piet Retief, Mpumalanga, South Africa12.2016
Skills
- Incident Investigation
- Hazard Identification
- Emergency response planning
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Analytical thinking
- Computer literacy
- Training Coordination
- Presentation Creation
- Information Management
- Office Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Presenting with confidence.
- Introduction to SAMTRAC
- 16.2 Legal Liability Training
- Working at Heights and Stacking and Storage
- First Aid L1 (Expired)
- Basic Fire Fighting (Expired)
- Root Cause Analysis
Languages
Afrikaans
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
SHEQ Officer
PG Bison (Pty) Ltd
11.2021 - 12.2023
Trainee SHEQ Officer
TWK Agriculture (Pty) Ltd
01.2019 - 10.2021
HR Trainee
TWK Agriculture (Pty) Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2019
National Diploma: Safety Management - Occupational Health And Safety
University of South Africa
Higher Certificate: Economic Management & Sciences - Business Management
University of South Africa
High School Diploma -
Piet Retief Highschool
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