• Reference Number : REFS/023306
• Directorate : Human Resource Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R325 101 per annum(level 7) plus benefits
• Enquiries : Ms. G.S Mbokazi Tel No 011 628 9012 / Mr V.M Maiwashe Tel No 011 628 9119

Requirements :

• Grade 12 certificate, an appropriate recognized National Diploma / Degree in Safety Management. Must have a SAMTRAC certificate. 3 years of experience in the Occupational Health and Safety field. Registered with the SAIOSH professional bodies will be an added advantage. The candidate must have extensive knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act 85 of 1993, Public Finance Management Act 1 of 1999, Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1993, Disaster Management Act 57 of 2002, and the EHW strategic Framework. The candidate must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A valid driver’s license is essential.

Duties :

• Coordinate, monitor, advise and render health and safety administration. Monitor OHS compliance. Conduct OHS inspections and audits. Facilitate prompt response and resolution of all faults identified. Monitor compliance with OHS requirements within the department. Coordinate OHS trainings and awareness programmes within the department. Monitor the functionality of the OHS Committee. Ensure compliance with emergency equipment. Prepare and implement the emergency/evacuation drills in the Department. Liaise with facilities management to conduct building inspections. Attend to IOD matters and develop an incident register. Facilitate and coordinate the development of occupational health and safety policies, procedures and guidelines. Ability to supervise staff.

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications, please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior to appointment. 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. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. The Medical Supplies Depot 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 Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Medical Supplies Depot

Closing Date : 30-09-2025

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.