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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO96/2024
  Assurance, Head Office, Cape Town
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
A valid (Code B/EB) driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout the Western Cape.
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience in occupational health and safety management.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate three-year National Diploma or Degree/ (NQF Level 6) qualification in health and safety management or related field.
 
Enquiries:
Dr Z Sonday, email: Zahida.Sonday@westerncape.gov.za
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisation skills. Excellent writing and grammatical skills, such as editing and formulating of documents. Ability to function independently and with confidence. Good team building skills within and outside the Occupational Health and Safety, Quality Assurance Component and Directorate Assurance. Client and task orientated. A sound knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act 85 of 1993 and relevant regulations. A sound knowledge of Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Disease Act 130 of 1993. Ability to efficiently operate computer programmes such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and E-mail.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Promotion of a safe health care environment through monitoring and management of the occupational health and safety risks within the district. Workplace Health Risk Assessments (HRA), hazardous chemical agents’ inventory, monitoring and evaluation. Oversee district and facilities compliance with relevant occupational health and safety requirements, legislation, codes of practice, standards, and norms. Establish and co-ordinate the activities of the local Health and Safety Committees. Ensure compliance with legally required appointments in terms of the OHS Act. Education and training within areas of control. Develop staff literacy and expertise on Occupational Health and Safety principles, practices and guidelines within the district and the facilities. Health and safety promotion. Ensure effective administration of the occupational health and safety activities. Continuous Professional Development. Maintain scientific, regulatory, and business knowledge appropriate to the profession.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 376 413- R 443 403 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
11/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 11/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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