EHS Consultant - MHI Risk Engineers
(2025-09)
- Providing compliance driven systems and documentation
- Providing compliance strategy
- Providing compliance solutions
- Providing audit guidance and systems
EHS Divisional Lead - PepsiCo South Africa - Cape Town, South Africa
(2021-07 - 2025-05)
- Lead the EHS agenda across 13 manufacturing sites and 22 depots, ensuring compliance with PepsiCo global standards and local legislation.
- Oversee EHS performance for a fleet of 1,266 vehicles, implementing programs that reduce risk and improve driver safety.
- Lead contact and intermediary for Sedex, IBL and SMETA
- Drive EHS cultural maturity by mentoring site-based teams and leading Level 1 & 2 incident investigations.
- Develop and track KPIs across business units; present findings monthly to senior management.
- Plan and execute Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the division's EHS function, including budgeting.
- Liaise with SSA central EHS leadership to align and execute strategic safety initiatives.
- Ensuring legal compliance and leading project compliance on new business and legal developments.
EHS Specialist - Sasko Ladysmith Bakery - Ladysmith, South Africa
(2018-06 - 2021-06)
- Owned and executed EHS strategy for the bakery site, including environmental improvements and legal compliance.
- Facilitated and implemented risk assessments across site operations.
- Conducted safety training and daily toolbox talks, leading to a measurable reduction in incidents.
- Oversaw PPE procurement, clinic operations, and contractor compliance.
- Managed EHS budget and ensured monthly sustainability reporting.
EHS Manager (Contract) - GVJ Electrical / Eskom PG Sites - Various South African Sites
(2015-11 - 2018-03)
- Managed EHS operations across multiple high-risk Eskom sites during upgrade projects.
- Issued work and access permits in hazardous areas and reviewed lifting and safety plans.
- Chaired safety meetings and led regular audits, maintaining compliance with Eskom and legal requirements.
- Delivered weekly safety stats and reports to Project Management.
- Supervised site training, PPE supply, and risk reduction strategies during shutdowns.
EHS / Site / QC Manager (Contract) - Siemens SA Petro Chem - Various South African Sites
(2013-11 - 2015-07)
- Directed all site safety, quality, and operational activities for Siemens/Eskom projects.
- Led compliance inspections, risk assessments, and safety briefings.
- Oversaw production planning and budget control, ensuring alignment with timelines.
- Interfaced between Siemens and Eskom project leadership for safety and quality performance.
EHS Manager (Contract) - ACTOM ME/APC (Xstrata Lion 2)
(2013-05 - 2013-11)
- Managed EHS operations across multiple high-risk processing upgrades.
- Issued work and access permits in hazardous areas and reviewed lifting and safety plans.
- Chaired safety meetings and led regular audits, maintaining compliance with Eskom and legal requirements.
- Delivered weekly safety stats and reports to Site Management.
- Supervised site training, PPE supply, and risk reduction strategies during shutdowns.
- Coordinated multi-faceted contractor works including 80-500ton crane lifts
Hygiene specialist, progressed to EHS trainee (June 2010) - CMIJV at ESKOM Ingula Power Station
(2009-08 - 2013-05)
- Ensured compliance and safety of employees working below ground.
- Supervised departmental safety compliance daily
- Implemented and revised safety procedures and practices
- Investigation of incidents involving safety and health
