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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: MHS123/2025
  Office of the Chief Director: Metro Health Services
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
A Valid (Code B/EB) drivers’ licence.
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience in applying legislation and policies related to Occupational Health and Safety, Health Care Waste Management and Environmental Health.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate three-year National Diploma or degree.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Ensure WCGHW -METRO facilities comply with relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Health Care Waste Management requirements, legislation, codes of practice, standards, and norms. Investigate, report on, and assist with resolving Occupational Health and Safety and Health Care Waste incidents at facilities, manage and facilitate Occupational Health and Safety and Health Care Waste Management training at WCGHW – Metro facilities. Promote Occupational Health and Safety and Health Care Waste awareness at WCGH- Metro facilities and maintain a Health Care Waste Management database and develop reports. Development of policies, standard operating procedures, norms, and standards. Conducting site visits and inspections. Compilation of reports and reports writing and collating information and maintaining databases.
 
Enquiries:
Mrs. N Raymond, tel. no. (021) 815 8896
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from the date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Project Management, Research, Policy Development and Practical knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to Occupational Health and Safety and Health Care Waste Management. Good organizational, interpersonal, leadership, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills and attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Computer literacy and thorough knowledge of computer systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team within the parameters of matrix management to ensure good quality Healthcare in the Institution, understanding healthcare legislation and related legal and ethical healthcare practices.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 376 413 - R443 403 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
3/7/2025 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: 3/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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