Moitheri Maripane
SHEQ Coordinator – Environmental
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About
Dedicated Environmental Coordinator with over 6 years of experience in environmental monitoring, compliance, and sustainable resource management within South Africa's mining sector (Opencast, Underground, and processing). Proven track record in site inspections, internal audits, and environmental impact assessments, ensuring compliance with national legislation (NEMA, NWA, MPRDA). Skilled in implementing and maintaining Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001:15), IWWMPs, RSIPs, and WCDM plans, with strong expertise in risk management and rehabilitation projects.
Recognised for analytical and technical reporting skills, delivering sustainable solutions under pressure and meeting strict regulatory deadlines. Collaborative in engaging government authorities, community stakeholders, and industry partners to drive ecological stewardship and advance South Africa's long-term sustainability goals.
Experience
SHEQ Coordinator - Environmental - Samancor Chrome - Eastern Chrome Mines
(2018)
- Assist the Environmental Superintendent in planning, coordinating, and executing departmental projects.
- Ensure adherence to South African environmental laws and regulations (NEMA, NWA, MPRDA, Air Quality Act, Waste Act).
- Oversee environmental auditing and reporting processes to maintain legislative compliance and environmental standards.
- Monitor licence conditions and permits and prepare compliance reports for submission to authorities and stakeholders.
- Assist operational line-management in managing environmental risks, incidents and compliance issues.
- Supported the maintenance and upgrade of the ISO 14001 system from the 2004 to the 2015 version.
- Engage with the operational team to develop action plans/corrective actions required to close out non-conformances.
- Reduced environmental risks by assessing and controlling significant environmental aspects of the operation unit in the environment.
- Maintain the IMS and EBMS systems.
- Facilitate site inspection, audits, site environmental campaigns and awareness.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Environmental Management - University of Free State, Bloemfontein Campus, SA (2026)
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) - Integrated Water Management - University of Free State, Bloemfontein Campus, SA (2025)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Water and Sanitation - University of Limpopo, Turfloop Campus, SA (2012)
Engineering Apprenticeship - Mechanical Fitter (Red Seal) - Khuphuka Training and Development Centre (2014 - 2017)
