Gabe Van Den Berg
About Gabe Van Den Berg
Gabe Van Den Berg is a seasoned manager in health, safety, and environmental practices, currently serving as Manager HSE at Tronox since 2013. He has held various managerial roles at notable companies such as BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto, gaining extensive experience across diverse minerals and chemicals.
Current Role at Tronox
Gabe Van Den Berg has been serving as the Manager of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) at Tronox since 2013. In this role, he oversees the implementation of health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. His responsibilities include managing risk assessments and promoting a culture of safety within the organization. With over a decade of experience in this position, he plays a crucial role in maintaining operational safety standards.
Previous Experience at BHP Billiton
Before joining Tronox, Gabe Van Den Berg worked at BHP Billiton as the Manager of Health, Safety, Environment, and Community (HSEC) from 2010 to 2012. During his two-year tenure in the Nickel West division, he was responsible for developing and implementing safety programs and ensuring regulatory compliance. His work contributed to the overall safety performance of the operations.
Experience at Rio Tinto
Gabe Van Den Berg has extensive experience with Rio Tinto, where he held multiple managerial positions. He served as the Manager of Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality at Palabora Mining Company from 2001 to 2005 and later as the Manager of Health, Safety & Environment at Argyle from 2005 to 2008. He also worked as the Manager of Production Process at Argyle from 2008 to 2010. His roles involved overseeing safety protocols and environmental compliance across various mining operations.
Educational Background
Gabe Van Den Berg studied at the University of Pretoria, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honors (BSc Hons) in Physics from 1987 to 1991. He also attended Wonderboom for his earlier education. His academic background in physics supports his analytical skills in managing complex health and safety issues in the mining sector.
Diverse Industry Experience
Gabe Van Den Berg has worked with a wide range of minerals and chemicals throughout his career, including Titanium Dioxide, Diamonds, Copper, Uranium, Zirconium, Vermiculite, Sulphuric Acid, Iron, and Nickel. His extensive experience spans both open cast and underground mining operations, where he has managed health, safety, and environmental aspects effectively. Additionally, he possesses a broad skill set in downstream processing plant operations.