Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

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

Add to calendar 02/03/2025 15:45 02/03/2025 16:30 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?
CTICC1 Africa/Johannesburg