Derek Venter

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Risk and HSEQ Compliance Manager @ Asgard HSE Solutions
Gauteng, South Africa
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Gauteng, South Africa, South Africa
About Derek Venter

I am an accomplished Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professional with a distinguished career marked by exceptional achievements and a deep passion for sustainable practices and risk management. Over the years, I have made significant contributions to various industries, showcasing my commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.My journey in the EHS field began at BayerCropscience, where I served as a Waste Treatment Plant Supervisor. There, I managed waste incineration and developed a strong interest in environmental issues, igniting my dedication to the principles of Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) discipline.I am committed to professional development, holding certifications including the prestigious SAMTRAC (Safety Management Training Course). At BayerCropscience, I played a pivotal role in implementing the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) program, demonstrating my dedication to international standards.During my tenure at AVI Group (Bakers Biscuits), I excelled as the head of the SHE department, harmonizing systems across multiple sites and aligning them with the "Alexander Forbes Risk Management Program." My career continued to ascend when I led the Unilever-Boksburg SHE Team, gaining valuable experience that inspired me to establish my consulting venture.As a Risk Controller at Distell-Springs, I thrived in a dynamic environment, overseeing various aspects of risk management, compliance, and safety. Notable achievements include implementing the ISO 14001 system, championing best practices, and managing complex construction projects with zero fatalities.My career journey reflects a relentless pursuit of safety, compliance, and operational excellence. With my extensive experience, certifications, and a proven track record, I am well-equipped to contribute as a dedicated EHS leader in any organization seeking expertise in sustainable practices and risk management.

Derek Venter's Current Company Details
Asgard HSE Solutions

Asgard Hse Solutions

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Risk and HSEQ Compliance Manager
Gauteng, South Africa
Website:
aasgardhse.co.za
Employees:
2
Derek Venter Work Experience Details
  • Asgard Hse Solutions
    Risk And Hseq Compliance Manager
    Asgard Hse Solutions
    Gauteng, South Africa
  • Asgard Hse Solutions
    Risk & Hseq Compliance Manager
    Asgard Hse Solutions Sep 2023 - Present
    South Africa
    Develop & implement Safety, Health & Environmental systems forContractor, Contractor compliance on projects, implementation of ISOsystems and SHERQ related training. Risk AssessmentFire Compliancefor office & other buildings.Accident & IncidentInvestigations.Developing Fall Protection Plans.Registered SACPCMPmember Construction Health & Safety Manager.
  • Distell
    Risk Manager
    Distell Apr 2010 - Aug 2017
    Gauteng, South Africa
    ● Sustain Corporate Risk standards.● MARSH Risk system & Audits- Risk Control- OHS Compliance- Emergency Preparedness- Fire Defence- Security Control- Motor Fleet● Ensure compliance with the OHS Act● Maintain the Risk Assessments are kept up to date.● Maintain working relationship with DoL inspectors.● Report risk and security matters directly to General Manager● Security functions oversee● Investigating injuries and losses● Preventative maintenance inspection.● Monthly Risk Reports● Renewal of Permits● Major Hazardous Installation (MHI) ● Participating as a HACCP team member● Control emergency committee and team● Comm to the Ekurhuleni emergency department● Dev a behavioral safety culture.● Safety training● Report to National Risk Manager● Control of Risk Budget- Fire Defense- Security Services- Security Expenses● Controlling of all contractors of HSE requirements● Ensure compliance of Contractors during the construction phase of the plant.● Maintain CCTV surveillance system● ASIB inspections carried out.● Maintain fire detection system● Ensuring OH clinic is run effectively and all COIDA's reported in time.● Oversee the Safety Officers duties carried out.● Oversee pest control system ● Implementation ISO 14001 system ● Empowering Excellence - Best Management Practices E2- Team Work Implementation- Focus Improvement Implementation- 5S (Champion)- Visual Management ● Member of the SST (Site Steering Committee) ● A3 Problem Solving● Improve audit rating 2010 - 72% to a 95% ratingon the Alexander Forbes (MARSH) audit format.● Successfully installed a safety culture on the site.● Reduced hand injuries on the bottle site by 15%● Expansion and upgrading of the plant. Construction with zero fatality and 100% contractor compliance.● Construction of the new Fermentation plant and tanks with zero fatality and 100%contractor compliance.● Installation of production line 4, 5, 6, & 7Reporting Organogram:General Manager
  • Unilever
    Environment, Health And Safety Manager
    Unilever Aug 2008 - Aug 2010
    South Africa
    Responsibilities:● Maintain a Working Relationship with the local Health Department● Control of the Safety Equipment● Maintain OHSAS 18001 & ISO 14001 system compliance● 3rd Party Waste Removal● Risk Analysis● Loss Prevention & Security (53 Guards reporting)● Monthly OHS & EPR stats● SHE Management Planning for factory of ± 600 staff● OHS act Literate - Staff program● HACCP Studies and control● HAZOP Studies on Management of Change in processes.● Major Hazardous Installation Safety Process & Operational Control● Cross site audits inter-house HSE● Client & Subcontractor audits● 3 MHI on the site: Ammonia, Hydrogen & Hexane Plants● Railway Safety System Development● Develop Behavioral Safety Culture.● Renewal of all the legal permits for the site● Leasing with Local Authorities● Internal SHE Training to all permanent staff & contractors● Auditing of the current system● Incident Investigation● Auditing of the 3rd Party Suppliers● Process Safety & Operational Discipline● Maintain HACPP standards within the production facilities● Maintain and control the Corporate Risk Management system and standards.10● Corporate & Regional AuditsAchievements:● OSCAR Award for achieving an "A" grading on both the OSHAS 18001 & ISO 14001 management systems.● Successful implementation of the DuPont "Behavioural Safety system.● Environmental rehabilitation of boiler ash dumping ground on the external border of the factory.
  • National Brands Ltd
    Risk Compliance Manager
    National Brands Ltd Apr 2006 - Aug 2009
    South Africa
    ● Maintain OHSAS 18001 & ISO 14001 system compliance● 3rd Party Waste Removal● Risk Management System● Loss Prevention & Security● Monthly OS & EPR stats● OHS act Literate● Develop Behavioral Safety Culture.● Renewal of all the legal permits for the site● Leasing with Local Authorities● Auditing of the current system● Incident Investigation● Auditing of the 3rd Party Suppliers● Process Safety & Operational Discipline● Maintain HACPP standards within the production facilities● Maintain and control the Corporate Risk Management system and standards.● CRM AuditsAchievements:● Successfully implemented CRM standards at Denny's mushroom plant Krugersdorp● Increased risk audit rating with 10% for Corporate Risk Management audits.Reporting Organogram:12 General ManagerQuality Manager Engineering ManagerSHEQ Coordinator
  • Bayer Cropscience Vegetable Seeds
    Environment, Health And Safety Manager
    Bayer Cropscience Vegetable Seeds May 1996 - Apr 2006
    South Africa
    ● Controls & Supervises the Waste Treatment Plant● S.H.E. Representative for the Environmental Department● Maintain a Working Relationship with the local Health DepartmentControl of the Safety Equipment● Stand in for SHEQ Leader● 3rd Party Waste Removal● Risk Analysis● Loss Prevention & Security● OHS act Literate● Renewal of all the legal permits for the site● Leasing with Local Authorities● Implementation of OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001● Incident Investigation13 Achievements:● Successfully assisted with the implementation of:- OHSAS 18001- ISO 14001- ISO 9001● First audit certification on all three systems.Reporting Organogram:Factory ManagerSHEQ Leader Engineering Manager

Derek Venter Education Details

  • Pmi.Sa
    Production Management
  • High School Springs Technical
    High School Springs Technical
    Health & Safety Management

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Derek Venter attended Pmi.sa, High School Springs Technical.

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