Mphastoli Saul

Experienced Practice Safety Lead – Global Leadership with extensive SHEQ, HSE and safety leadership experience across the mining, construction and manufacturing industries. Most recently employed by South32 Group from September 2022 to 29 May 2026, where I was responsible for managing and controlling critical safety risks associated with entanglement, crushing and machine guarding through strategic safety planning, comprehensive risk assessments, training, inspections, audits and the implementation of effective risk controls. Prior to South32 Group, I spent approximately nine years with Zimco Group South Africa as Group SHEQ Manager, providing SHEQ leadership and strategic guidance across Zimco Africa's operations.

I advised operational leaders on a broad range of SHEQ matters, supported compliance and continuous improvement initiatives, and developed and implemented effective systems to identify, assess and manage organisational risks. I bring proven leadership, analytical, design and problem-solving capabilities, with a strong commitment to maintaining high SHEQ standards and developing practical safety solutions. I specialise in conducting comprehensive risk assessments, identifying critical hazards and recommending effective controls to eliminate, reduce and manage workplace risks.

Earlier in my career, I held senior HSE leadership positions with Wetback Contracts (Pty) Ltd as Principal HSE Manager and LafargeHolcim as National HSE Manager, further strengthening my experience across complex operational environments. I hold a Master of Management specialising in SHE Management from the University of Southern Queensland, Australia, supported by extensive practical experience in safety leadership, risk management, compliance, operational assurance and organisational SHEQ improvement.

Practice Safety Lead Global Leadership - South 32 Group

(2022-09 - 2026-05)

• Develop and implement a strategic approach to assessing Group-wide risks associated with crushing hazards involving cherry pickers, mobile machinery and other equipment, as well as entanglement risks associated with conveyor belt systems across Africa, America and Australia, with the objective of preventing fatal workplace incidents.
• Conduct global deep-dive assessments across operations and relevant functional areas to verify that minimum requirements are met, identify improvement opportunities and report assurance findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to operational and functional leaders, including Projects, Greenfields and Supply, on the effective application and management of fatal risk controls.
• Provide subject matter expertise and technical support during incident investigations across the Group.
• Review the quality and effectiveness of incident investigations and provide feedback and recommendations to strengthen investigation processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the Group Stewardship Programme through field-based stewardship verifications, assessments and reporting on findings and improvement actions.
• Monitor developments, emerging technologies and leading practices within the external technical and safety environment, providing strategic advice to South32 leadership on their potential application and opportunities to reduce risk across Group operations.
• Participate in industry forums, technical workgroups and regulatory body initiatives, representing the South32 Group and contributing to industry safety standards and leading practices.
• Provide global benchmarking, technical expertise and leading-practice guidance to the South32 Group within the relevant area of expertise.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Group's safety vision, plans and strategy, with particular focus on identifying and embedding safety opportunities within Greenfield projects across short-, medium- and long-term horizons.

Group HSE Manager - Zimco Group South Africa

(2016-04 - 2022-03)

• Formulate, implement and maintain the Group SHEQ Management Strategy in alignment with Board directives, providing regular progress reports and strategic updates to the CEO.
• Ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Management System across the organisation.
• Oversee occupational medical examinations for employees and contractors, including regular monitoring of blood lead levels and other occupational health indicators.
• Support and coordinate employee health and wellness initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable occupational health standards, legislation and organisational procedures.
• Ensure appropriate occupational health screenings and employee health monitoring programmes are conducted to facilitate the early identification and management of potential occupational diseases.
• Ensure Occupational Health Risk Assessments and Occupational Hygiene surveys are conducted at appropriate intervals and in accordance with identified risk requirements.
• Monitor Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) to ensure identified controls are implemented effectively and within agreed timeframes.
• Compile comprehensive monthly SHEQ performance statistics and present findings, trends and key risk indicators to Executive Committee meetings and the ECOBAT Board via video conference.
• Lead and oversee SHEQ incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and providing guidance to management on the implementation and monitoring of corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate and oversee HSE training programmes across multiple companies, ensuring training requirements are aligned with organisational risks, legal requirements and operational needs.
• Conduct SHEQ internal audits and coordinate external HSE legal compliance audits, as well as SHEQ certification audits with DQS.
• Chair Group SHEQ meetings, facilitating the presentation and review of company-level SHEQ statistics, performance trends, significant risks and improvement initiatives by senior SHEQ Managers.
• Ensure the effective implementation, maintenance and regular auditing of the Quality Management System (QMS) to promote customer satisfaction, conformity and compliance with applicable legislation and organisational requirements.
• Establish strategic objectives, policies and guiding principles for the overall Quality Management System and ensure alignment with business strategy.
• Lead QMS planning activities by identifying and addressing risks and opportunities, establishing quality objectives and managing required organisational changes.
• Maintain a strong customer-focused approach across quality management processes, ensuring customer requirements and satisfaction remain key performance priorities.
• Ensure that QMS roles, responsibilities and authorities are clearly defined, assigned and understood throughout the organisation.
• Ensure non-conforming outputs are identified, controlled and appropriately managed to prevent unintended use or delivery to customers.
• Plan and facilitate regular Management Review Meetings to evaluate the suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the QMS and ensure continued alignment with organisational strategy and objectives.
• Ensure the effective implementation, maintenance and regular auditing of the Environmental Management System (EMS) across the Group, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001, applicable environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Drive the continuous improvement of environmental management systems across Zimco Group operations in alignment with ISO 14001 requirements and organisational objectives.
• Oversee and monitor ambient air quality, dust fallout and stack emission monitoring programmes to ensure compliance with applicable environmental legislation and permit requirements.
• Ensure all environmental permits and licences are maintained and remain compliant with applicable conditions, including Air Quality, Water Quality, Hazardous Waste and Waste Management permits.
• Lead the identification and evaluation of environmental aspects associated with organisational activities, products and services, including the assessment of related environmental impacts.
• Ensure environmental responsibilities and duties are assigned to appropriately trained, qualified and competent employees.
• Liaise with relevant government departments and regulatory authorities and ensure timely submission of required environmental reports, notifications and compliance documentation.
• Lead internal Environmental Management System audits and coordinate environmental legal compliance audits to verify conformity with ISO 14001 requirements, legislation and applicable regulatory obligations.
• Chair Environmental Management System Management Review Meetings, ensuring environmental performance, risks, compliance requirements and improvement opportunities are reviewed and aligned with top-management strategy.

Principal HSE Manager - Wetback Contracts Pty Ltd

(2015-11 - 2016-04)

• Develop and drive the implementation of the HSE Strategy across all Wetback project sites, workshops and operational facilities.
• Review and update HSE policies, procedures and standards, ensuring effective implementation in accordance with company requirements and applicable legislation.
• Lead the implementation of OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 management system requirements, commencing with comprehensive HSE system gap assessments and development of improvement plans.
• Design and implement comprehensive Road Safety initiatives covering employee and contractor transportation to and from project sites, as well as vehicle and pedestrian safety within operational premises.
• Develop and maintain HSE procedures, including HIRA methodologies, and ensure that all personnel involved in risk assessment processes are appropriately trained and understand their responsibilities.
• Compile and maintain comprehensive HSE files in accordance with Alstom EHS directives and project requirements, particularly for the Medupi and Kusile Eskom projects.
• Lead HSE incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions established, with investigation reports submitted to Alstom HSE Management for review, comment and approval.
• Train and coach site management and relevant personnel on HIRA processes, occupational health and safety requirements and applicable legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• Establish HSE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Site HSE Managers and monitor performance to ensure compliance with the company HSE Strategy, project requirements and legal obligations.
• Conduct comprehensive HSE audits across project sites to verify compliance with Alstom requirements, Wetback contractual obligations, project-specific standards and applicable legislation.
• Compile and analyse monthly HSE performance reports, presenting key statistics, trends, risks, incidents and improvement actions to senior management.
• Ensure all legally required Occupational Hygiene surveys and assessments are conducted within prescribed timeframes and that identified recommendations and corrective actions are effectively implemented and monitored to completion.

National SHE Manager - Lafargeholcim SA

(2008-02 - 2015-10)

• Provide strategic HSE support to the General Manager: Mining (Aggregates) and Business Unit General Manager: Ready-Mix Concrete (CEO South Africa).
• Coordinate and oversee the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) function and programmes across both the Aggregates Mining and Ready-Mix Concrete divisions.
• Develop and maintain a strong Safety, Health and Environment culture across the divisions by promoting employee engagement, accountability, risk awareness and continuous improvement.
• Prepare and manage comprehensive Construction Safety Files for Ready-Mix Concrete plant projects, ensuring site supervisors and relevant employees are trained and competent in maintaining client-specific safety requirements and documentation.
• Conduct regular HSE audits and inspections across project and operational sites to verify compliance with construction regulations, company standards, management systems and applicable legislation.
• Lead and drive divisional HSE initiatives, including Road Safety programmes covering heavy equipment, trucks and operational vehicles.
• Coordinate and ensure the effective implementation of Group Safety, Health and Environmental policies, standards, procedures and best practices across the divisions, including the Group Road Safety Standard.
• Lead the investigation and management of road traffic incidents and accidents, ensuring root causes are identified and appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Coordinate and drive the CARE Programme across the divisions, ensuring effective implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate risk assessments and provide technical guidance on the analysis of serious events, injuries, near misses, deviations and other safety-related incidents.
• Lead and provide guidance on incident investigations, ensuring effective root cause analysis is conducted for serious events, near misses and Lost Time Injuries/Accidents.
• Validate serious event and Lost Time Accident reports and lead incident review processes to ensure lessons learned are identified and communicated.
• Ensure agreed corrective and preventive actions effectively address identified risks and are implemented within the required timeframes across the divisions.
• Evaluate safety conditions, plant installations, equipment and workplace ergonomics to identify opportunities to reduce the frequency and severity of risks affecting employees, contractors and subcontractors within Ready-Mix and Quarry operations.
• Develop and implement competency, training and continuous development programmes for Regional Safety Resources, supported by clearly defined HSE KPIs and performance measures.
• Compile and present timely monthly HSE performance reports to Aggregate Mining and Ready-Mix Executive Committees, highlighting key statistics, trends, incidents, risks, audit findings and improvement actions.
• Monitor progress against HSE improvement plans, targets, training schedules, audit findings and site inspection actions, ensuring accountability and timely close-out.
• Lead the development and review of HSE instructions, policies, standards, rules and procedures, ensuring they are practical, clearly understood and designed to enable work to be performed safely.
• Participate in Executive Committee meetings relating to Health and Safety and actively lead and participate in Business Unit Safety Steering Committee meetings.
• Coordinate mandatory Health and Safety Committee meetings with Business Unit Managers, ensuring effective implementation and monitoring of Group Health and Safety standards.
• Develop and maintain an effective HSE data and document management system, ensuring safety records, reports, certifications and supporting documentation are accurately maintained, accessible, securely archived and regularly updated.
• Conduct legal and regulatory compliance surveys and ensure operational management is kept informed of current and newly introduced HSE legislation, regulations and requirements.
• Ensure HSE reporting, communication and escalation processes are effectively managed and that critical information is communicated accurately and timeously to Divisional, Business Unit Executive Committees and management.
• Oversee the safe maintenance and inspection of plant and structural infrastructure, ensuring structural integrity requirements are identified, monitored and addressed.
• Ensure appropriate processes are established and maintained to secure all required statutory compliance certifications, registrations, listings, approvals, licences and authorisations in accordance with applicable legislation, regulations and standards.

EHS Manager - Johnson Matthey SA

(2007-03 - 2008-01)

• Provide strategic EHS leadership and support to the Johnson Matthey Managing Director/CEO, ensuring the development and implementation of a sustainable EHS management system aligned with applicable legislation and Johnson Matthey Group requirements.
• Lead the EHS function as Head of Department, managing and providing direction to the Environmental Specialist, Health Specialist and Safety Specialist.
• Manage the annual EHS budget, ensuring effective allocation and control of resources in support of site EHS objectives and strategic priorities.
• Develop, communicate, implement and maintain site-specific EHS policies, standards and procedures in accordance with Johnson Matthey Group EHS requirements, guidance notes and applicable legislation.
• Develop and implement the site EHS Strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with all applicable statutory, regulatory and Group requirements.
• Proactively identify EHS risks and requirements through comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) processes and ensure appropriate control measures are developed, implemented and monitored.
• Establish and coordinate an effective EHS audit programme, determining audit requirements and ensuring regular assessments are conducted to verify compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all site and Group EHS reporting is completed accurately and within required timeframes, providing management with relevant performance information, trends and areas requiring attention.
• Conduct regular site inspections, including daily EHS compliance inspections, to identify deviations from legislation, policies, procedures and standards and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain and continuously improve the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and assess the business requirements and justification for obtaining and maintaining OHSAS 18001 certification.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee EHS training programmes, ensuring employees and relevant personnel receive appropriate training based on identified risks, legal requirements and operational needs.
• Plan, coordinate and control EHS monitoring programmes, ensuring required environmental, occupational health and safety measurements are conducted, documented, analysed and reported in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Monitor EHS performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen compliance, risk management and overall EHS performance across the site.

SHE Manager - ABB Automation SA

(2004-10 - 2007-02)

• Provide SHEQ support to the SHEQ Manager and Director for the Automation Technologies (AT) Division, delivering effective and efficient SHEQ services across all departments at the Alrode site.
• Lead the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of Safety and Environmental Management Systems in accordance with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements.
• Conduct Health, Safety and Environmental Management System audits to verify compliance with international standards, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Mine Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Develop and deliver Safety and Environmental Management System training programmes, ensuring employees understand their responsibilities, procedures and applicable compliance requirements.
• Drive the implementation of ABB's Health and Safety Management System at the Alrode site, with a strong focus on achieving full implementation by the end of 2004.
• Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety and Occupational Health and Safety requirements across all nine AT Division sites.
• Develop and implement legal appointment processes and compile the required documentation to strengthen contractor safety management and statutory compliance.
• Coordinate and support the development and implementation of contractor SHEQ management requirements across multiple operational sites.
• Deliver project management training to 130 Project Managers, supporting consistent project management practices and improved operational capability.
• Key Achievement: Successfully implemented the OHSAS 18001 Safety Management System and achieved SABS accreditation, contributing to a significant reduction in reported injuries from approximately 23 per month to approximately 6 per month.

Risk Controller - SAPPI Enstra Mill

(2003-05 - 2004-09)

• Develop and implement statutory Legal Appointments in accordance with applicable occupational health and safety legislation and organisational requirements.
• Implement and maintain an effective incident investigation system in collaboration with the SHEQ team, ensuring incidents are investigated, root causes identified and corrective actions implemented.
• Establish and develop the Health and Safety Representative Committee, facilitating employee participation and consultation on workplace health and safety matters.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) to establish effective controls for identified hazards and risks.
• Develop and deliver theoretical training on Safe Work Procedures and Planned Task Observation (PTO) programmes, assessing employee competence and formally confirming competency where the required knowledge and skills have been demonstrated.
• Lead workplace housekeeping inspections and coordinate scheduled internal Health and Safety audits to identify non-conformances and drive corrective actions.
• Conduct Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) observations during manual work activities, identifying unsafe behaviours and conditions and promoting positive safety practices.
• Develop and implement Safety Officer inspection programmes, establishing structured inspection requirements to monitor workplace conditions, identify hazards and ensure timely corrective action.

Principal Safety Officer: SHERQ; In Maintenance Department: Synthol Plant; Fireman and HSE Representative: Fire Department, Sasol Secunda - Sasol Secunda

(1992-11 - 2003-03)

Principal Safety Officer: National Fireman: Maintenance Operator:

• Implement and manage the comprehensive Emergency Management System for Sasol Nitro, Secunda, including planning and leading emergency drills, simulations and mock emergency exercises.
• Develop and deliver Health and Safety Induction programmes for Sasol Nitro employees and contractors, ensuring personnel understand site-specific safety requirements and procedures.
• Implement and maintain the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) system across operations.
• Develop and implement Task Analyses and Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) to establish effective controls for identified operational hazards and risks.
• Facilitate HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) Studies to identify process hazards, assess operational risks and support the implementation of appropriate safeguards.
• Serve as a nominated leader in the implementation of the SHERQ Integrated Management System.
• Compile and manage statutory Legal Appointments in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• Lead incident investigations, identify root causes and provide guidance to operational teams on the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Compile and present Health and Safety reports, including safety statistics, trends, incidents and performance information.
• Respond to and control various chemical, gas and industrial fires across Sasol operations, as well as grass and external fires in proximity to operational facilities.
• Provide first aid, emergency rescue and initial medical assistance to injured personnel and individuals exposed to hazardous gases, including ammonia, cyanide and other chemical substances.
• Inspect, service and maintain firefighting equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire hoses and fire hydrants across Sasol Two and Sasol Three operational areas.
• Perform standby and emergency support duties during confined-space activities, monitoring atmospheric conditions for oxygen deficiency and the potential presence or ingress of hazardous gases.
• Plan and lead emergency drills and mock emergency exercises across various plants within the Sasol Secunda operation.
• Perform plant maintenance activities during scheduled shutdowns, including flange preparation, cleaning and installation of flange gaskets on process pipelines.
• Conduct confined-space maintenance activities, including the cleaning of hoppers, reactors and associated plant equipment during maintenance shutdowns.
• Replace and maintain various types of valves and flange gaskets as required during plant maintenance activities.
• Work alongside mechanical artisans to conduct pipeline pressure testing prior to installation and commissioning.
• Assist with the marking and updating of isometric drawings to maintain accurate records of pipelines, mechanical valves, pressure relief valves and process media, supporting the planning of pressure testing and X-ray inspections for pipeline wall thickness.
• Assist with shutdown planning, particularly for the Synthol Plant, ensuring required valves, pipelines, flange gaskets and associated maintenance materials are identified and prepared in advance.
• Conduct post-shutdown leak inspections during dry runs and steam testing to verify the correct installation and integrity of valves, flanges and gaskets.
• Perform routine lubrication and maintenance of pumps and gearboxes, ensuring grease and oil levels are maintained in accordance with equipment requirements.
• Support safe and efficient plant maintenance activities while adhering to operational, maintenance and safety procedures.

Master of Management - SHE Management - University of Southern Queensland (2010)

BTECH Degree - Safety Management - University of South Africa (2005)

National Safety Diploma - Vaal Traingle University (1999)