Nozipho Mbatha

Dedicated and results-driven professional with over 14 years of experience in the mining industry, specialising in Occupational Health and Safety, Administration, Payroll, and Systems Administration. Committed to promoting safe work environments, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting operational excellence through effective administration and strong organisational skills. Extensive experience with AngloGold Ashanti and Harmony Gold, having held positions of increasing responsibility.

A fast learner with strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills, working effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Health & Safety Legal Coordinator at Harmony Gold – Mine Waste Solutions Plant (2022-09 – Present)

• Draft legal appointments in accordance with mining legislation
• Report accidents and serious occurrences
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and legal requirements
• Maintain and improve the Occupational Health and Safety Management System
• Coordinate risk assessments, Codes of Practice, Managerial Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, Emergency Procedures, and document control
• Coordinate Plant Safety Meetings and Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings
• Maintain OHS documentation and records
• Support integrated Training and Development initiatives
• Liaise with management to promote a safe and productive work environment

Trainee Safety Officer (Acting) at Harmony Gold – Mine Waste Solutions Gold Plant (2025-01 – 2025-01)

• Perform Safety Officer duties when required
• Ensure employees use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to company standards
• Conduct workplace safety inspections and audits
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses
• Monitor compliance with Health and Safety standards and procedures
• Ensure workplace risk assessments are conducted and updated
• Ensure deviations from Health and Safety standards are corrected promptly
• Support supervisors with the review and implementation of Codes of Practice (COPs)
• Assist in setting and monitoring Health and Safety targets
• Monitor Health and Safety Representative reporting systems
• Promote Health and Safety awareness among employees
• Support the Four-Layer Risk Assessment System
• Maintain Health and Safety documentation on SharePoint
• Assist with employee training on legal requirements and risk assessment principles
• Analyse accident trends and recommend corrective actions
• Assist in drafting Codes of Practice and Emergency Procedures
• Assist with hazardous substance handling and storage procedures
• Monitor post-incident corrective actions and follow-up training
• Maintain records of Mine Standards, COPs, Exemptions, Special Instructions and Risk Assessments
• Participate in operational safety audits

Systems Administrator at Harmony Gold – Mine Waste Solutions Gold Plant (2017-02 – 2017-07)

• Managed operational systems and user administration
• Maintained system records and supported business operations
• Assisted users with system-related issues
• Ensured data integrity and system accuracy

Acting Assistant Human Resources Officer at AngloGold Ashanti – Vaal Reefs (2018-10 – 2019-02)

• Assisted with HR administration and employee records
• Supported recruitment and onboarding processes
• Maintained personnel documentation
• Assisted with employee relations and HR reporting

Data Capture Clerk at AngloGold Ashanti – Vaal Reefs (2016-07 – 2018-10)

• Captured and maintained employee and operational data
• Verified data accuracy and prepared reports
• Managed confidential records and documentation

Acting Payroll Administrator at AngloGold Ashanti – Vaal Reefs (2014-10 – 2016-07)

• Processed payroll information
• Managed employee payroll records
• Assisted with payroll queries and reporting
• Ensured payroll accuracy and compliance

Clerk Grade 1 at AngloGold Ashanti – Vaal Reefs (2011-08 – 2014-10)

• Performed general administrative duties
• Maintained filing systems and employee records
• Assisted with office administration and departmental support

Advanced Diploma in Safety Management – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2024 – 2026)

COMSOC 1, 2 & 3 / Safety Officer Diplomas in Occupational Health & Safety – Skillfull Accredited Occupational Health & Safety Training (2025 – 2025)

Diploma in Safety Management – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2024 – 2024)

Supervisory Leadership Development Programme in Leadership Development – Maccauvlei Learning Academy (2024 – 2024)

Higher Certificate in Economic and Management Sciences – University of South Africa (UNISA) (2020 – 2020)

A+ Certificate (Software & Hardware), Introduction to PC, N+ Certificate (Networking) in Information Technology – Vuselela FET College (2010 – 2010)

National Senior Certificate – Welsie High School (2009 – 2009)