Simphiwe Mthokozisi Khumalo
Ezulwini,MA
Summary
A goal-oriented individual with strong work ethics, a very reliable and punctual person, and good at both working as a team and individually. Seeking a position where I can use my skill set and experience to contribute to the company's success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Officer
Nkhabanhle Investment (Ubombo Sugar Crop Removal Contractor)
Big Bend
06.2023 - Current
- Ensured that all employees had proper personal protective equipment available at their workstations.
- Developed tools used to evaluate effectiveness of existing safety initiatives.
- Consulted with medical professionals regarding employee injuries sustained while on duty.
- Issued clear warnings to violators, outlining infractions, penalties and remediation steps.
- Supported internal and external auditing teams conducting impartial compliance reviews.
- Conducted safety briefings to inform teams of safety hazards.
- Investigated, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Developed and implemented compliance policies and procedures.
- Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
- Analyzed data from audits and inspections to identify trends in unsafe working conditions or behaviors.
- Supervised safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
- Facilitate SHEQ monthly meetings.
- Provided training on safe work practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials handling and other topics related to occupational health and safety.
- Educated staff members on proper use of personal protective equipment.
Maintenance Supervisor
FTM Garments Swaziland Pty Ltd
Nhlangano
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Plan maintenance schedules.
- Solid waste management.
- Quotations and purchasing of materials.
- Daily report compilation and submission to senior management.
Assistant Hydrologist (graduate Trainee)
Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy- Department of
Mbabane
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
- Stream gauging
- Water analysis (Chemicals, physical and microbiology parameters).
- Use of software to monitor river flows.
- Data presentation
- Meetings with stakeholders.
- Assisting public and organizations on river flows history.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management And Water Resources
University of Eswatini
Skills
- Communication skills
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Working at height and confined spaces
- Decision making
- Microsoft
- Incident investigation
- Environmental testing
- Analytical skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety training
- Safety audits
- Policy development
Languages
Siswati
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- Working at height and confined spaces, Allison, 2025.
- ISO 45001, Allison, 2025
- First Aid level 1, Nosa, 2024.
References
Ms Sihle Nxumalo
University of Eswatini
Lecturer
sanxumalo@uniswa.sz
26876311608
Mr Green-Thompson Spencer
Department of water affairs
Senior Hydrologist
greenthompsons@gmail.com
26879555624
Mr Sibusiso Nxumalo
Nkhabanhle Investment
Managing Director
nkhabanhle19@gmail.com
26876444167
Timeline
Safety Officer
Nkhabanhle Investment (Ubombo Sugar Crop Removal Contractor)
06.2023 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
FTM Garments Swaziland Pty Ltd
09.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Hydrologist (graduate Trainee)
Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy- Department of
04.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management And Water Resources
University of Eswatini