Melcollen Ditlhake

Role Overview: Responsible for developing and implementing the risk management framework at Barplants Mine, ensuring operational, financial, environmental and safety risks are identified, assessed and effectively mitigated. Supports leadership in strengthening internal controls, ensuring regulatory compliance and embedding a proactive risk culture aligned with mining legislation and corporate governance standards. Key Duties: ➤ Develop and maintain risk management frameworks, policies and procedures aligned with mining industry and governance standards. ➤ Identify and assess operational, financial, environmental and safety risks across mining activities and project phases. ➤ Facilitate Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment processes and structured risk workshops with operational teams. ➤ Maintain a comprehensive site risk register and monitor implementation of mitigation strategies. ➤ Monitor effectiveness of critical risk controls through inspections, audits and performance reviews. ➤ Support line management in implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures. ➤ Investigate incidents and near misses, determine root causes and recommend corrective actions. ➤ Prepare and present risk reports and dashboards to senior management, risk committees and regulatory bodies. ➤ Track key risk indicators and escalate material risks to leadership. ➤ Ensure compliance with legal, environmental and industry-specific risk requirements. ➤ Contribute to internal and external audits and ensure resolution of findings. ➤ Promote a culture of risk awareness through training and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Role Overview: Responsible for leading enterprise risk management initiatives, providing OHSE consulting services, and fostering a culture of risk awareness and accountability across client organisations. Supports clients in aligning safety, health, environmental, quality, and risk management processes with legal and industry standards. Key Duties: ➤ Coordinate and facilitate client functional risk assessment workshops, developing comprehensive risk profiles aligned with business objectives. ➤ Support first-line managers in leveraging ERM systems to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across operational, safety, and environmental domains. ➤ Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including first- and second-line teams and senior management. ➤ Promote a culture of risk awareness and accountability throughout client organisations. ➤ Provide ongoing monitoring and oversight of outsourced risk functions, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. ➤ Recommend practical solutions and corrective actions to resolve safety issues, implement process improvements, and introduce preventative measures. ➤ Facilitate open communication channels through ERM systems to ensure risk-related information is effectively shared organisation-wide. ➤ Review environmental aspects and impact registers for Thungela Goedehoop Colliery, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. ➤ Conduct consulting engagements assisting clients to develop and implement OHSEQR procedures aligned with legal and other applicable requirements. ➤ Perform external OHSEQ consultancy work across various companies, providing advisory support on risk, safety, and compliance matters. ➤ Prepare and present risk reports to operational teams, management forums, client representatives, and committees as required.

Role Overview: Leads Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality compliance across mining operations, driving ISO standards implementation, risk management processes, and safety culture improvements. Key Duties: ➤ Ensure full compliance with OHS Act 85 of 1993, Mine Health and Safety Act No.29 of 1996, and related regulations, implementing statutory requirements across all operations. ➤ Develop, review, and maintain SHEQ documentation, including safety policies, procedures, risk assessments, and audits, ensuring alignment with ISO 45001, 14001, and 9001 standards. ➤ Lead risk identification, operational risk management (ORM), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and ICAM/RCAT incident investigations, driving continuous improvement and mitigation of hazards. ➤ Coordinate with contractors, employees, and management to enforce safety standards, ensure proper inductions, and promote a zero-harm culture. ➤ Monitor operational risks and implement corrective actions, ensuring proactive management of hazards and improvement of workforce competence in risk mitigation. ➤ Prepare and present monthly safety performance reports, identifying trends, gaps, and areas for improvement, and advising senior management on mitigation strategies. Achievements: ➤ Maintained 100% regulatory compliance across all projects, achieving zero non-conformances during audits. ➤ Strengthened risk management processes, reducing high-risk incidents and near misses.

Role Overview: Managed mining site safety operations, ensuring compliance with legislation, contractor management, and implementation of Total Safety Culture across all operations. Key Duties: ➤ Facilitate comprehensive incident investigations using ICAM and RCAT methodologies, ensuring accurate root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. ➤ Assist management in developing, reviewing, and implementing safety procedures, codes of practice, standards, and policies to enhance operational compliance. ➤ Maintain updated legal registers, track statutory requirements, and ensure all subcontractors comply with health and safety obligations. ➤ Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks to reinforce safety standards, monitor employee adherence, and ensure continuous improvement. ➤ Monitor, review, and update job hazard analyses, identifying potential risks, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure safe execution of major work phases. ➤ Provide guidance and coaching to site personnel on safety standards, emergency response, and operational compliance. Achievements: ➤ Successfully implemented the Total Safety Culture system, improving workforce compliance and engagement in safety initiatives. ➤ Streamlined reporting and documentation, achieving readiness for regulatory inspections.

Role Overview: Managed safety and SHEQ compliance for large-scale coal processing infrastructure projects, ensuring operational safety, regulatory compliance, and ISO management systems implementation. Key Duties: ➤ Implement ISO 45001:2018, 14001:2015, and 9001:2015 management systems across projects, including audits, compliance checks, and documentation review. ➤ Develop and maintain comprehensive safety reports, proposals, and project documentation for the Safety Manager and Chief Safety Officer. ➤ Conduct risk assessments, task risk management, and operational audits, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of hazards. ➤ Liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure all safety requirements are met and continuous compliance is maintained. ➤ Monitor, evaluate, and enforce safety compliance across departments, ensuring subcontractors and employees meet statutory and company standards. ➤ Facilitate safety inductions, emergency drills, and training programmes to improve operational safety awareness. Achievements: ➤ Delivered multi-million rand infrastructure projects with zero major incidents. ➤ Improved reporting and risk assessment procedures, enhancing operational safety culture.

Role Overview: Coordinated and supported health, safety, environment, and quality (SHEQ) programmes for the academy, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations. Key Duties: ➤ Assisted in the development, implementation, and monitoring of SHEQ policies and procedures across academy operations. ➤ Conducted risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits to ensure adherence to OHS Act 85 of 1993 and related legislation. ➤ Coordinated training programmes, safety awareness campaigns, and toolbox talks for staff and learners. ➤ Maintained accurate SHEQ records, reports, and compliance documentation for regulatory and internal review. ➤ Provided guidance and support to staff and management on safety practices, risk mitigation, and operational compliance. Achievements: ➤ Successfully implemented safety and risk management practices in a remote learning environment. ➤ Enhanced safety awareness among staff and learners, promoting a culture of zero-harm.

Role Overview: Oversaw health, safety, and environmental compliance for mining projects, ensuring adherence to legislative, regulatory, and company requirements. Key Duties: ➤ Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits for underground, surface, and environmental operations, identifying risks and implementing mitigation measures. (HSEQ Management, Risk Management) ➤ Lead quarterly safety drills and emergency preparedness exercises with cross-functional teams, improving operational readiness and response time. (Project Safety Oversight) ➤ Review contractor safety files, PPE compliance, and operational documentation to ensure full adherence to statutory and ISO standards. (ISO Management Systems & Auditing) ➤ Engage with stakeholders and regulatory authorities to maintain transparent communication and ensure compliance with contractual safety requirements. (Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement) Achievements: ➤ Reduced operational safety risks and near misses through proactive risk management. ➤ Enhanced collaboration with stakeholders, improving project safety outcomes.

Role Overview: Completed a structured learnership programme focused on occupational health, safety, and environmental management in mining and mineral operations. Key Duties: ➤ Participated in hands-on occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) training programmes, developing foundational industry knowledge. ➤ Conducted site inspections and early entry examinations to identify potential hazards and ensure safe work conditions. ➤ Assisted with stope and development practical tasks, including explosive control, blasting, initiating, and cleaning, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols. ➤ Supported emergency response activities and recommended corrective actions to enhance safety performance. ➤ Contributed to drafting and reviewing internal risk assessment processes to improve workplace safety standards. Achievements: ➤ Successfully completed all practical and theoretical components of the learnership programme. ➤ Developed strong foundational skills in SHEQ management, risk assessment, and incident investigation.

ole Overview: Supported development and implementation of occupational health and safety programmes, audits, and incident management across municipal operations. Key Duties: ➤ Assist in the development, implementation, and auditing of H&S plans to ensure compliance with OHS Act 85 of 1993. (HSEQ Management, ISO Management Systems & Auditing) ➤ Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. (Risk Management & Incident Investigation) ➤ Coordinate with contractors and internal teams to maintain safety standards and compliance across projects. (Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement, Project Safety Oversight) ➤ Develop and facilitate training programmes to improve safety awareness and competency among employees. (Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement) ➤ Maintain and manage accurate safety records, reports, and documentation to ensure compliance and regulatory readiness. (HSEQ Management, ISO Management Systems & Auditing) Achievements: ➤ Implemented Total Safety Culture initiatives, significantly improving site-wide safety compliance and awareness. ➤ Reduced workplace incidents by introducing proactive safety monitoring and training.

Units: ➤ Unit IA: Managing Health and Safety ➤ Unit IB: Hazardous Agents in the Workplace ➤ Unit IC: Workplace and Work Equipment Safety ➤ Unit DNI: Application of Health and Safety Theory and Practice