• Reference Number : REFS/050084
• Directorate : Mental Health Programmes
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R413 121.00 – R683 808.00 as per OSD per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms Tshidi Seomana – 063 608 7490

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the HPCSA as an Environment Health Practitioner • Registration with the HPCSA as an Environmental Health Practitioner• At least one (1) year experience in Environmental Health sphere will be an added advantage • One-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Environmental Health Practitioner in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa • A valid driver’s license is required. Knowledge of mental health legislations and post related legal and ethical practices, PFMA and Public Service Act and Regulations • Technical and practical knowledge of Environmental Health services, legislative and policy frameworks related to environmental health • Good communication, interpersonal, computer literacy, • Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary context • Analytic thinking, independent decision making and problem-solving skills.

Duties :

• Conduct health surveillance of premises within the scope of practice of an Environmental Health Practitioner. Conduct regular assessments, monitoring of premises, provide recommendations and facilitate corrective actions for legal compliance of NGO’s (Mental Health facilities) and other facilities as identified. Conduct sampling (water, food, milk, swabs etc.) to ensure compliance. To do regular inspection of food premises to ensure compliance with minimum health requirements concerning structural, food handling, storage or keeping, preparation and transportation of food. Monitor health care risk waste in facilities, including general waste. Monitor the removal and disposal of waste in terms of the frequency and hygienic methods of collection, removal and disposal including sufficiency of refuse receptacles. Ensure that all reports are submitted, and all administrative requirements are met. Provide supportive functions to all related Environmental health aspects. Ensure legal compliance to Environmental Health Legislation. Monitoring and management of Occupational Health and Safety Compliance, including conducting of Emergency preparedness in close collaboration of the Occupational Health and Safety unit. Conduct outbreak response investigations and training for staff on OHS, HCW, Food safety, Health and Hygiene and other related issues. Conduct campaigns and awareness on Environmental Health topics and other as specified in the health calendar. Ensure adherence to Occupational Health and Safety regulations by conducting Evacuation drills. Work closely with the City of Tshwane Municipality for compliance purposes. Ensure the elimination of unsatisfactory sanitary conditions, overgrowth conditions and overcrowding in Health Care Facilities. Awareness of the Mental health development, strategies and policies. Support the NGOs with compliance to the guidelines on the licensing of NGOs as stipulated in the Mental Health Care Act 0f 2002.

Notes :

• Applications must be submitted to First Floor Reception; Tshwane District Health Services, 3319 Fedsure Forum Building, Cnr Lillian Ngoyi and Pretorius Street PRETORIA; 0001. between 07h30 – 16h00 or can apply online at Gauteng professional job Centre (https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za) Applications must be submitted on a new Z83 form, which is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents In terms of DPSA circular no 19 of 2022. Failure to do so will results in disqualification of the application. A fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recent updated CV. NO copies of qualification or other attachments must be included on application (Z83 and CV only). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of Identity Document, Qualifications, candidates will also be required to submit proof of relevant documents to Human Resources unit before or on the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Shortlisted Candidates will be subjected to Medical Surveillance, Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – Verification (Reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity Act; therefore, all the appointments will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity targets of the of the institution. -PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. -SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE SUBJECTED TO MEDICAL ASSESSMENT.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tshwane District Health Services

Closing Date : 26-06-2026

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.