Leon Kharuxab
Windhoek
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven HSE Management Practitioner with over 17 years of experience in developing, implementing, and managing health, safety, and environmental programs across various industries, including construction, manufacturing, transport & logistics, production, maintenance & services and oil and gas. Proven track record of enhancing workplace safety, compliance with regulations, and reducing incidents through strategic planning and risk management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Environmental Health and Safety Practitioner
MTC Namibia
Windhoek
01.2023 - Current
To oversee and ensure compliance with all relevant national and international environmental health and safety laws and regulations. To continually evaluate ecological aspects within the organization to minimize negative impacts and prevent any conditions that could harm the health or safety of the community, employees, or the environment. By implementing proactive measures to control potential hazards, mitigate risks, and ensure the safeguarding and well-being of the high-risk field workers.
SHEQ Manager
Tongaat Hulett Namibia
Walvisbay
03.2015 - 03.2021
To develop, coordinate, and ensure implementation, and maintenance of all relevant health, safety, environmental, risk, quality, and food safety management systems within the company.
To ensure compliance with applicable legislative requirements and international standards. Responsible for External & Internal auditing and training needs analysis.
Liaising with State Authorities and all outsources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health, Safety And Environment
University of Africa
Zambia04-2024
Skills
Risk/Impact assessment Skills, Audits and Inspections, Report Writing, Leadership Skills, Conflict Resolution, Technical Proficiency
Affiliations
- Proprietor of Eastwood Civil & Constructions investment cc.
- Have interest in community development projects.
- Preacher of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
- Off-road driving, Hunting, and fishing
Languages
Khoe- khoe
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Afrikaans
Proficient (C2)
C2
Accomplishments
- NOSA Five Star achievement 2018
- Second place Award in Tongaat Group / NOSA Integrated Management system / 2018
- Integration of EMS ISO 14 000:2015 / 2017
- Integration of FSMS ISO 22 000:2018 / 2017
- Integration of OSH ISO 45 000:2018 / 2017
Certification
o Certified HSE Practitioner
Combine ISO 45001-2018 & ISO 14001:2015 Management systems implementation & Internal Auditor - NOSA
o Climbing equipment inspector certification – Gravity
o Fall protection plan developer certification – Gravity
o Fall arrest and basic rescue Technician certification - Gravity
o SAMTRAC/ IOSH - NOSA
o National Preventative health & safety Diploma – Adonai College
o Certificate in Fire Safety - NEBOSH
o International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety for OSH Professionals- NEBOSH
Timeline
Environmental Health and Safety Practitioner
MTC Namibia
01.2023 - Current
SHEQ Manager
Tongaat Hulett Namibia
03.2015 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health, Safety And Environment
University of Africa
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