Overview
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Rangarirai Mazikana

Sierra Leone,Zimbabwe

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Compliance Manager -SHEQ AND SECURITY

Miro Forestry And Timber Products Company
08.2021 - Current
  • Manage the functions of environment, occupational health, safety, quality, and security, ensuring strict adherence to stakeholder requirements and surpassing minimum legal compliance standards
  • Implement a comprehensive SHEQ Programme, aligning with company policies, resulting in enhanced compliance with relevant regulations and industry best practices
  • Develop and execute risk assessments and mitigation plans for MFSL, contributing to a significant reduction in potential hazards
  • Spearhead incident investigations across the organization, leading to improved incident response and prevention strategies
  • Conduct rigorous safety audits and inspections, resulting in the identification and rectification of potential safety issues before escalation
  • Coordinate and implement a robust, risk-based emergency preparedness and response plan for MFSL, enhancing the company's resilience to unforeseen events
  • Champion the maintenance of the Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) Certification for the site, ensuring continued commitment to sustainable forestry practices
  • Implement the environmental management plan, guided by ESIA requirements, contributing to the organization's positive environmental impact
  • Represent the organization on government forums, influencing SHEQ aspects and staying ahead of regulatory changes
  • Direct the SHEQ Audit plan for Miro Sierra Leone, resulting in enhanced organizational preparedness and compliance
  • Provide valuable legal guidance to executives on country specific OHS laws, ensuring the organization's legal standing and SHEQ risk mitigation
  • Attend and efficiently coordinate the closure of customer concerns, fostering enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty
  • Develop and implement the ISO9001QMS Standard for Miro Sierra Leone Operations, starting with the Pole Treatment Plant, resulting in improved operational efficiency and quality standards
  • Supervise work systems, ensuring the company's products or services consistently meet the highest quality standards, leading to increased customer confidence
  • Actively participate in determining company policy related to FSC, IFC-PS, ILO guidelines, and relevant ISO standards, contributing to a robust corporate governance framework
  • Implement the SHEQ Training plan, resulting in an upskilled workforce and increased awareness of safety and quality practices
  • Train first aiders according to the program for MFSL, enhancing the organization's emergency response capabilities

Part time HSE Consultancy

Gamma Energies
10.2022 - Current
  • Conduct consultancy services on health, safety and environmental management issues for the Gamma Energies in Zimbabwe reporting to the Director
  • Ensure the development and implementation of a positive safety culture among workforce
  • Develop SHEQ training plan for service station employees
  • Conduct SHEQ compliance audits
  • Provide SHEQ legal advice to management with a view to attain compliance levels in line with the factories and works act and also as guided by ZERA guidelines for fuel distributors
  • Provide guidance on the relevant PPEs for employees

Group HSE Manager -Agriculture

Tongaat Hulett (Pvt) Limited
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Developed and coordinated an audit program that adequately met the requirements of the Agric Division
  • Identified SHE training needs within the division and liaised with the SHES Manager, line management, and the HR Division to devise appropriate training solutions
  • Ensured regular review of the Division’s emergency preparedness plan and diligently followed up on recommended improvement plans
  • Compiled comprehensive management reports for input into various reports, including Board SHE packs, Corporate SHE returns, and OPCO SHE packs
  • Analyzed BBI Reports and developed vital information that guided corrective action efforts by line management
  • Guided line management in interpreting and implementing SHE Legal requirements for the Division in addition to supervising all SHE staff within my division
  • Administered the legal permit and license profile, ensuring continuous compliance with the conditions on which permits were issued
  • Coordinated the division’s environmental impacts and risk assessment program and, with the support of line management, ensured effective implementation of all identified controls
  • Coordinated all scheduled SHE Meetings and facilitated incident investigation processes
  • Followed up on all non-conformities raised in various forms of assessment with relevant line management to ensure safe resolution and closure of the issues

SHE Manager

Hippo Valley Estate
06.2008 - 12.2018
  • Developed and implemented an Integrated Safety, Health, and Environmental Management System based on NOSA, OHSAS 18001/ISO45001, and ISO14001, ensuring comprehensive compliance
  • Implemented Food Safety Systems based on the Pro-Terra Standard, ensuring the highest standards in food safety
  • Represented the industry at water user board meetings and the Business Council for Sustainable Development of Zimbabwe Lowveld branch and the Nation at large
  • Represented the industry in the formulation of SAZ Standard on Hazardous Waste Management, contributing to industry-wide best practices
  • Communicated effectively with stakeholders, including regulatory authorities and suppliers, ensuring a collaborative and compliant approach
  • Prepared procedures, and working instructions, and ensured their effective implementation, contributing to standardized and efficient processes
  • Identified SHE projects, monitored progress, and evaluated project registers, ensuring successful and timely completion
  • Carried out SHE internal audit planning, preparation, and performance reporting, contributing to continuous improvement and adherence to safety standards
  • Produced site SHE monthly and quarterly reports for the corporate office and executives, providing transparent insights into safety and environmental performance
  • Led the SHE Division in conducting visibility walkabouts, actively engaging in on-site assessments, and promoting safety awareness

Part-Time ISO 45001 & EMS ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

Standard Association Of Zimbabwe (SAZ)
04.2006 - 12.2018
  • Conducted audits and inspections, presenting findings with clarity and precision for the following industry sector Mining and Quarrying, Base metal industry, metal fabrication industry, Forestry products, Food and Beverages Industry, Ethanol Production, and Agriculture industry
  • Applied auditing expertise across various sectors, including Mining and Quarrying, Base metal industry, metal fabrication industry, Forestry products, Food and Beverages Industry, Ethanol Production, and Agriculture industry
  • Audited clients for Certification applications and provided recommendations for certification, demonstrating a thorough understanding of certification processes

Acting Group Safety, Health and Environmental Coordinator

Anglo American Plc -Bindura Nickel Corporation
01.2008 - 05.2008
  • Led SHE monitoring efforts, overseeing Industrial hygiene aspects including sampling and analyzing results for the Group of companies under Bindura Nickel Corporation
  • Advised management on response protocols based on the analysis of SHE monitoring results, ensuring a proactive approach to issues
  • Spearheaded the successful development and implementation of an SHE management system across the 3 group companies, aligning with ISO14001/OHSAS18001 standards within 2 years of implementation
  • Implemented the incident investigation programme for the mines and smelter

Group Environmental Officer

Anglo American Plc -Bindura Nickel Corporation
08.2004 - 12.2007
  • Led environmental monitoring and evaluation efforts, overseeing sampling and analyzing results for the Group of companies under Bindura Nickel Corporation
  • Conducted Environmental Impact Assessments for small projects for the mine including the Hunters Road Mining Project as well as development of associated Environmental Management Plans
  • Advised management on response protocols based on the analysis of environmental monitoring results, ensuring a proactive approach to environmental issues
  • Spearheaded the successful development and implementation of an environmental management system across the 3 group companies, aligning with ISO14001/OHSAS18001 standards

Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Consultant

BUMIRA
01.2005 - 12.2018
  • Participated in Environmental Impact Assessments Projects
  • Conducted Mine closure plans as well as Environmental awareness training

Timeline

Part time HSE Consultancy

Gamma Energies
10.2022 - Current

Compliance Manager -SHEQ AND SECURITY

Miro Forestry And Timber Products Company
08.2021 - Current

Group HSE Manager -Agriculture

Tongaat Hulett (Pvt) Limited
01.2019 - 07.2021

SHE Manager

Hippo Valley Estate
06.2008 - 12.2018

Acting Group Safety, Health and Environmental Coordinator

Anglo American Plc -Bindura Nickel Corporation
01.2008 - 05.2008

Part-Time ISO 45001 & EMS ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

Standard Association Of Zimbabwe (SAZ)
04.2006 - 12.2018

Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Consultant

BUMIRA
01.2005 - 12.2018

Group Environmental Officer

Anglo American Plc -Bindura Nickel Corporation
08.2004 - 12.2007

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