• Reference Number : refs/020537
• Directorate : Occupational Health and Safety
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R308 154.00 - R362 994.00
• Enquiries : Dr. Tafaune 011 923 2108

Requirements :

• A Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent NQF level 6 qualification with 360 credits in Environmental Health / Safety Management qualification. At least 3 – 5 years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety setting in Private or Public Sector. Relevant registration with a professional body e.g. SAIOH. A valid driver’s licence and Computer literacy (Ms Office, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and backgrounds. Sound Organization skills. Good telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills. Investigative & report writing skills. Must be able to work under pressure and to take initiative. Ability to organize and plan. Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993. Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997; Directive on the determination of Leave of Absence in the Public Service 2009 as amended; Compensation of Occupational Disease Act 130 of 1993; Employee Health Wellness Framework 2008 as well as HIV & AIDS and STI National Health Strategic plan 2012 – 2016. Knowledge of Labour relations Act 103 of 1994; Ottawa charter for Health promotion 21 of 1986 and Minimum Information and Security Standards (MISS). Quality assurance, National Core Standards, Health and Safety and Infection Control principles. Applicant should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance as an inherent job requirement.

Duties :

• Provide a Comprehensive Occupational Safety Services as required by OHS Act no 85 of 1993, COID Act no. 130 of 1993.Coordinate safety, environment and risk training. Ensure that all staff have access to OHS policies, assist with the investigation of health and safety incidents and conduct health safety Inspection. Coordinate the establishment of and functioning of the Health and Safety Committee. Ensure and maintain proper record keeping. Collaborate with other areas of specialisation within the department to ensure departmental programmes are aligned with the relevant legislation. To ensure safety statistics are captured, analyzed, interpreted and reported. Implement and monitor adherence to National Core/ Ideal Hospital and other Health standards and norms. Submission of weekly reports on risks and interventions on the allocated Functional Business Unit. Compile monthly reports. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, quarterly reviews and final assessment).

Notes :

• Applications can be hand delivered to Human Resource Office, Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital Applications may also be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled, signed and completed in accordance with 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 updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. The information on the new Z83 must correspond 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 of which one must be immediate supervisor, 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). The recommended candidates may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. TPTH 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 are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital

Closing Date : 24-05-2024

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.