Fire Prevention Assistant at Anglo American

Job Description:

As Fire Prevention Assistantyou will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Adhere to all health and safety requirements and promote good housekeeping to create a controlled risk environment for the team.
• Discuss violations and unsafe conditions with the section’s representative, provide recommendations, and give instructions on fire safety practices.
• Perform other inspection and safety duties as required for client facilities.
• Attend training classes to stay updated on fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections and follow-ups to ensure corrective actions are taken for any violations found.

Performance and Delivery

Fire Prevention and Maintenance

• Assist the Fire Prevention Officer in preventing and extinguishing fires at the business unit quickly and with minimal damage.
• Equip firefighting equipment with substances and appliances to prevent and minimise property damage and ensure the safety of employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Assist the Fire Prevention Officer in organising and conducting emergency drills, including fire drills, to oversee and assess evacuation and emergency response procedures.

Fire Equipment Inspections

• Inspect new and existing buildings and structures to ensure compliance with applicable fire standards, code of Practices and regulations (etc.).
• Conduct daily inspections, maintenance and tests of firefighting equipment (fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire detection and suppression systems), which are well executed and comply with applicable Codes of Practice.
• Conduct inspections of firebreaks, emergency escape routes, evacuation plans, and emergency assembly points in all buildings, structures, and related working environments.
• Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes of practice and regulations.
• Assist the Fire Prevention Officer in maintaining fire prevention records and reports.
• Provide information to assist with reports for inspections performed, standard violations, and recommendations for eliminating fire hazards.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Recommend corrective actions to supervisors and coworkers to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and fire prevention and maintenance program guidelines.
• Respond to mine emergencies promptly when necessary.
• Perform other duties and assignments as instructed by the Fire Prevention Officer.
• This role is in the SHEPS & Contractor Management (SHEPS&CM) at a Band S5 level reporting to the Section Manager Fire Prevention.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / N3 Technical
• Registered with the South African Qualification and Certification Committee (SAQCC).
• Fire Prevention & Risk Assessment Certificate, or a Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) Certificate,
• Fire Fighter 1 & 2 Certificates
• Hazmat Awareness and Operations Certificate
• First Aid Level 3 Certificate
• Basic Ambulance Assistance Certificate (Advantageous)
• SA Drivers License

Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in fire prevention and maintenance (Advantage).
• Basic knowledge of applicable business communication.
• Company policies and procedures.
• Fire-fighting equipment and procedures.
• Safety policies and procedures.

Closing Date:

• 24 July, 2025