Jaco Pieterse
Head of Mining and Metals TMA dss+
Jaco Pieterse has extensive Operations Management and Consulting experience (+18 years).
The last 5 years Jaco has led and managed complex programs in the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa with a specific focus on Operational Excellence and Operational Risk Management engagements.
Prior to that Jaco fulfilled Senior line and Advisory roles in the Mining & Metals industry. During this time, he led a large variety of turn-around interventions and has been responsible for a range of green & brown fields projects, with extensive commissioning experience.
He has gained invaluable experience in a Business Development, Change Management and Lean Six Sigma capacity and has in addition managed large Production facilities.
2025 Agenda Sessions
Why are we not reaching zero harm targets?
- What are the inherent risks associated with mining operations that make achieving Zero Harm particularly challenging?
- How can technology support with achieving zero harm goals?
- How can artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies be leveraged to optimize Health and safety?
- How can workers be empowered to take ownership of their safety and report hazards without fear of reprisal?
Monday 03 February 15:45 - 16:30 CTICC1
Tech & Innovation Hub
- What are the inherent risks associated with mining operations that make achieving Zero Harm particularly challenging?
- How can technology support with achieving zero harm goals?
- How can artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies be leveraged to optimize Health and safety?
- How can workers be empowered to take ownership of their safety and report hazards without fear of reprisal?