• Reference Number : refs/042637
• Directorate : Nursing
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 476 367,00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Mr M Mayekiso - Tel No: (011) 489 0897 / 6

Requirements :

• Matric or Grade 12 qualification, a basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse, (Diploma or Degree) in Midwifery, post basic qualification (Degree or Diploma) in Occupational Health Nursing Science with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with SANC in Occupational Health Nursing Science. Current registration with South African Nursing Council plus registration with SOSHA. A minimum of 4 years appropriate / recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Competencies: knowledge of legal prescripts that regulate nursing and health services. Strong leadership and supervisory skills. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and able to display management skills. Computer literacy i.e. (Ms Word, PowerPoint). Conflict resolution and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Extensive knowledge in all relevant OHS legislation and Ideal Hospital Realization and Maintenance Framework. COIDA processes, Department of Labour, and Compensation Fund. Customer service (Batho Pele Principles). Report writing skills. Guidelines on COIDA. Planning, organizing and demonstration of empathy and advocacy skills towards clients. Employees will be required to work shifts.

Duties :

• Operationalize and evaluate quality of Occupational Health Nursing Service rendered for employees as directed by Professional scope of practice and set Nursing standards within a professional / legal framework. Identify workplace hazards, conduct health assessments, and provide immediate care for work-related injuries / illnesses. Create and implement health promotion, wellness, and safety education programs for employees. Ensures the workplace adheres to health and safety legislations and regulations. Develop strategies to control identified hazards and reduce workplace injuries and illnesses. Conduct pre-employment, periodic and exit medical examinations, including physical, vision / hearing, and other screening. Administer vaccinations such as flu shots to employees. Assist with workers compensation cases and manage the case progression for injured employees. Accurate documentation / record keeping skills. Design employee medical surveillance programs together with Occupational Medicine Practitioner based on health risk assessment outcomes. Develop and implement Occupational Health Services (OHS) for employees. Work collaboratively with other professionals as a leader and member of the Occupational Health and Safety team. Ensure accurate recording and reporting of statistics on all Occupational related incidents. Participate in Hazard risk Assessment Identification and OHS Annual Audit at the Hospital. Occupational Health Nursing and refer to Occupational Medical Practitioner in cases that need to consult further. Continuously liaise with stakeholders to ensure efficient Occupational Health Nursing care for all medical emergencies and specialist referrals to optimize health restoration of employees. Manage resources effectively in the Occupational Health Clinic. Compile, analyse and submit monthly reports to Assistant Director: OHS and nursing Management for compliance purposes for the Hospital. Advocate for the awareness of employees in terms of workplace hazards and Occupational stressors. Be active in research and self-development. Supervise the subordinate nursing professionals at the Occupational Health Clinic. Attend compulsory OHS Committee meetings. Develop protocols and SOPs for the effective implementation of OHS. Support the outputs of occupational Health and Safety Department towards compliance with the OHS and COID Act, hence meeting the Operational plan objectives and targets.

Notes :

• Application should be submitted strictly online (on a PDF Format only). Only online applications will be considered. Please use the reference as the subject. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 25-03-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.