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• Ensure compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including safety induction and training
• Promote and ensure adherence to the safety policy and procedures
• Keep management up to date and informed about legislative requirements regarding health and safety requirements
• Create safety procedures and develop training programmes to enhance safe working conditions
• Review and update emergency procedures as and when necessary
• Conduct site inspections and audits as required identifying and minimizing the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions
• Conduct workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
• Design and implement responses to the above mentioned HIRA’s
• Inspect the place of work to determine whether any machinery, plant, equipment, substance, appliances or process is liable to cause bodily injury to any person working in the place of work
• Investigate any accident, near-miss incident, dangerous occurrence or occupational disease that occurred in the place of work
• Design and implement responses to limit or prevent a recurrence thereof
• Compile and submit health and safety related reports to management and third parties as and when required
• Ensure compliance with legislative, by-law and permit requirements
• Keep management abreast of legislative changes and the implications for the company
• Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour as and when required i.e. regarding Sec 24 incidents
• Assist with maintaining ISO systems
• Responsible for monitoring contractors and venders working on SA Metal Group sites, to ensure that Health & Safety practices are applied and upheld at all times
  
  

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• National Diploma in Safety and/or Environmental Management or similar qualification
• Certificate in safety management (SHEMTRAC, SAMTRAC, NEBOSH IGC, etc)
• Computer Literacy in MS Office programmes
• Practical understanding of the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 & 9001
• 3-5 years’ experience in a production/manufacturing/engineering/construction environment in a full time health & safety role
• Extensive knowledge of the OHS Act & Regulations
• Registration with SAIOSH and SACPCMP advantageous
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
  
  

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Energetic, hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions
• Flexibility in terms of working hours
  
  

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment
  
  

• 07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday
• 07h30–16h00: Friday
• May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
  
  

The purpose of this role is to:
Be responsible for developing and implementing TCTA health and safety plans, enforcing policies, and evaluating practices and facilities to ensure compliance with legal guidelines.

THE KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS OF THE ROLE IN FOCUS, ARE
1. OHS Strategy, Policy, Procedure and Plan

• Advise on the development of the OHS Strategy for TCTA.
• Guiding and assisting OHS officers (responsible roles) in TCTA and on projects and operations.
• Develops and implements inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections.

2. Compliance to the OHS Act

• Ensuring the OHS appointments according to the Act.
• Ensuring the establishment and functioning of safety committees.
• Ensure that investigations and reporting of accidents and incidents

3. Monitor compliance by Contractors and TCTA

• Managing the strategic relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring the implementation of all relevant regulations and procedures according to the OHS Act.
• Review the proposed safety plans of contractors and internal safety officer.
• Auditing contractors against their accepted safety management plan. Resolve all issues related to new template set-up.

4.OHS Practice Development

• Ensuring the effectiveness of safety management programs, committees, and safety meetings.
• Ensure knowledge transfer to safety officers through regular planned interaction and mentoring programs.
• Implementing awareness programs based on current trends and leading indicators to promote a proactive safety culture

5. Incident Investigations

• Investigate and report on accidents and incident's
• Identify and ensure countermeasures are implemented to prevent reoccurrence.
• Prepare reports and present findings to the relevant Committees.

6. Financial management

• Develop an OHS budget and control the expenditure within the approved budget.

7. Governance and Reporting

• Monitoring and reporting on legislative and statutory compliance as defined by government.
• Promoting sound institutional OHS practices through effective planning, maintenance of operations and service standards, management of compliance and risk and participating in TCTA’s governance structures.
• Resolution of management action plans within the prescribed timelines.

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• B Degree/B Tech in Health and Safety or a related qualification.
• Registration as Charted Professional at SAIOSH
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience.
• Experience of OHS in a Project Environment.
• Experience in Contractor management in an OHS environment.
• Experience in OHS in a Business Office environment.
• Experience in facilitating on Senior management and Executive level

The company currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and attentive to detail Health and Safety Officer to join their team and drive company Health and Safety initiatives and programmes. This position requires someone who is energetic and able to work in a fast paced, pressurized environment and travel between branches. The successful candidate will:

• Ensure compliance with Company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards, including safety induction and training
• Promote and ensure adherence to the safety policy and procedures
• Keep management up to date and informed about legislative requirements regarding health and safety requirements
• Create safety procedures and develop training programmes to enhance safe working conditions
• Review and update emergency procedures as and when necessary
• Conduct site inspections and audits as required identifying and minimizing the risk to company and employees
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes and identify corrective and preventative actions
• Conduct workplace Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments
• Design and implement responses to the above mentioned HIRA’s
• Inspect the place of work to determine whether any machinery, plant, equipment, substance, appliances or process is liable to cause bodily injury to any person working in the place of work
• Investigate any accident, near-miss incident, dangerous occurrence or occupational disease that occurred in the place of work
• Design and implement responses to limit or prevent a recurrence thereof
• Compile and submit health and safety related reports to management and third parties as and when required
• Ensure compliance with legislative, by-law and permit requirements
• Keep management abreast of legislative changes and the implications for the company
• Liaise with Department of Employment and Labour as and when required i.e. regarding Sec 24 incidents
• Assist with maintaining ISO systems
• Responsible for monitoring contractors and venders working on SA Metal Group sites, to ensure that Health & Safety practices are applied and upheld at all times

Qualifying Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• National Diploma in Safety and/or Environmental Management or similar qualification
• Certificate in safety management (SHEMTRAC, SAMTRAC, NEBOSH IGC, etc)
• Computer Literacy in MS Office programmes
• Practical understanding of the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 & 9001
• 3-5 years’ experience in a production/manufacturing/engineering/construction environment in a full time health & safety role
• Extensive knowledge of the OHS Act & Regulations
• Registration with SAIOSH and SACPCMP advantageous
• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Qualifying Attributes

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to organize and plan carefully
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Energetic, hard-working and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging conditions
• Flexibility in terms of working hours

Other Information:

Reports to: Group Health & Safety Manager as well as Engineering Divisional Directors (16.2 appointees)

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Funeral cover
• Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

• 07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday
• 07h30–16h00: Friday
• May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary : We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 30

To assist and operate under supervision in providing operational support on the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risk Management Framework across main campuses and areas of operations where the bank does business within South African jurisdiction. This role assists the OHS Specialist in ensuring that business is undertaken in a compliant manner to avoid operational losses, fines, penalties, or reputational damage to the organisation and enables competitive advantage.

• National Diploma or degree in Safety Management, Risk Management, or related field.

• 2-3 years - The role requires a Junior expert in Occupational Health and Safety with profound knowledge of the full dimensions of the field, but deep expertise in the relevant area of specialisation.
• Regulatory environment savvy, with the proven ability to influence all levels of employees across multiple countries and business areas to effectively implement compliance frameworks.

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• MHR is urgently looking for an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner to work at a company in Secunda in Mpumalanga. This is a permanent position.
• Working hours - Monday to Friday 07 : 30 - 16 : 30.
• No benefits only 20 Workdays of leave per annum with compulsory leave over December holidays (approximately 8 days)
• Must be willing to travel to other branches (Sasolburg and Kusile) from time to time. Sleepover might be required once or twice

Requirements

• Occupational Health Nursing Degree / Diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least 4 years’ experience in occupational health
• Certificate in Spirometry and Audiometry
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (OHNP qualification)
• Experience in customer and employee relations / management
• Must be results orientated and have a drive for improvement / renewal
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Professional image and positive attitude
• Dispensing license / course in dispensing an advantage
• Valid driver’s license
• Managing Occupational Health Programmes including medical surveillance and biological monitoring
• Enhance working relationships and performance management in the clinic
• Improve existing clinic processes and procedures
• Client Relations Management to ensure client satisfaction through seamless service delivery, valuable reporting, prompt response, minimal loss of productivity and reduced turnaround times
• Ensure effective document control and record keeping
• Ensure proper maintenance and improvement of clinics systems and equipment
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of clinic
• Ensure quality and standards are maintained and improved where necessary
• Ensure compliance with the latest regulations and legislation and company policies

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading avocado experts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

Westfalia Fruit Estate, situated in Limpopo, Tzaneen, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced: Occupational Health Nurse

Purpose of the role:

To promote and protect the health, safety, and well-being of employees by delivering comprehensive occupational health services, including primary health care, workplace injury and illness management, and health and safety program implementation, in compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat work-related and non-work-related conditions.
• Conduct medical surveillance and chronic disease management.
• Manage incapacity and disability cases and escalate IODs appropriately
• Identify and manage workplace hazards.
• Coordinate Health Risk Assessments and support compliance with hearing conservation and health programs.
• Plan and support health awareness campaigns and peer educator training.
• Attend to first aid and medical emergencies promptly.
• Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are maintained.
• Report and manage IOD-related incidents effectively.
• Maintain accurate patient records and reports (monthly/quarterly).
• Manage medical inventory and equipment calibration.
• Perform audits, inspections, and follow-up on findings
• Participate in training and continuous professional development aligned with a personal development plan.

Education:

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing Sciences (required)
• B.Tech in Occupational Health Nursing (required)
• B.Tech in Occupational Health Nursing (required)
• Valid SANC registration (required)
• Certificates in Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision Screening, HCT (advantageous)
• Dispensing License (advantageous)
• SAMTRAC or similar occupational safety qualification (advantageous)
• Valid Driver’s License (advantageous)

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ nursing experience
• Experience in occupational health services is highly beneficial

Behavioural Competencies:

Knowledge:

• Understanding of OHS Act, COID Act, BCEA, and POPIA
• Workplace hazards, illnesses, and injury management
• Occupational health regulations and safe work procedures

Skills:

• Advanced computer literacy
• Critical thinking and time management
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• High attention to patient confidentiality
• Ability to lead, coordinate, and work under pressure
• Team player with a professional work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment to continuous improvement

The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package, which comprises a provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid, and an option to structure an annual bonus.

Interested and qualified internal applicants should forward their applications (including a detailed copy of the CV) to for the attention Orifha Luvhengo.

Closing date for applications will be 13 May 2025

NB: Should you not receive correspondence 13 June 2025, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

We are looking for Occupational Health Nurses for Both Cape Town and Gauteng

• Developing and implementing health and safety programs
• Documenting all employee injuries and illnesses within the workplace
• Observing and assessing the work environment for potential dangers and hazards
• Treating injuries and illnesses for employees, including follow-ups and referrals
• Overseeing and implementing emergency and disaster preparedness programs and planning
• Serving as a gatekeeper for healthcare services, including rehabilitation and disability matters
• Counselling employees on physical and mental health issues and guiding them toward community resources and/or employee assistance programs
• Monitoring the health status of employees
• Conducting research on the effects of hazardous work conditions or workplace exposures, which may include gathering data and reporting findings to the employer
• A degree /diploma in General Nursing.
• A diploma in Midwifery.
• Licensed to dispense medication as per legislation.
• A degree or diploma in Occupational Health.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as a general nurse and Occupational health nurse specialist.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Presentation skills
• Registered with SASOHN (as an audiologist)
• Basic Life Support course for Healthcare Providers.
• HIV/AIDS counseling certificate

Please email your updated and detailed cv + copies of SANC Receipt + copies of all qualifications to

JHB Office:

CPT Office:

An exciting full-day opportunity exists for an Occupational Health Nurse to work in an Occupational Health Clinic in Mossel Bay. (40 hours per week)

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing quality occupational and primary healthcare services to meet and exceed customer expectations and requirements.

Location: Coast West Region, Mossel Bay

An exciting full-day opportunity exists for an Occupational Health Nurse in Mossel Bay. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering quality occupational and primary healthcare services.

• Work in an onsite clinic offering occupational and primary health care services, including IOD management.
• Manage client contracts onsite.
• Develop and implement occupational health programs.
• Meet targets set in occupational health and quality programs.
• Fulfill quality audit requirements for the site.
• Initiate and manage health projects onsite.
• Work effectively within a team.
• Deliver high-quality healthcare services.
• Complete administrative tasks promptly.
• Adhere to professional and quality standards of Life Health Solutions and the client.

• Current registration as a Nurse with the SANC.
• Additional qualification in Occupational Health.
• Preferred qualifications include Audiometry, Spirometry, and Vision Screening.
• Dispensing qualification is preferred.
• Competence in basic computer skills, administration, employee relations, and communication.
• Results-oriented candidates with initiative and ability to deliver quality outputs while reducing costs are preferred.
• Competent in emergency first aid for medical emergencies.
• Own transport.
• Proof of updated Covid-19 vaccination.

• Clinical excellence
• Problem-solving, analysis, and judgment
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing skills
• Business insight
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships and networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal and written communication skills

Application email:

Closing date: Monday, June 30, 2025

Internal applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their line manager prior to applying. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are looking for Occupational Health Nurses for both Eastern Cape and KwaZulu Natal regions.Responsibilities : Developing and implementing health and safety programs.Documenting all employee injuries and illnesses within the workplace.Observing and assessing the work environment for potential dangers and hazards.Treating injuries and illnesses for employees, including follow-ups and referrals.Overseeing and implementing emergency and disaster preparedness programs and planning.Serving as a gatekeeper for healthcare services, including rehabilitation and disability matters.Counselling employees on physical and mental health issues and guiding them toward community resources and / or employee assistance programs.Monitoring the health status of employees.Conducting research on the effects of hazardous work conditions or workplace exposures, which may include gathering data and reporting findings to the employer.Minimum Requirements : A degree / diploma in General Nursing.A diploma in Midwifery.Licensed to dispense medication as per legislation.A degree or diploma in Occupational Health.Registered with the South African Nursing Council as a general nurse and Occupational health nurse specialist.Basic computer literacy.Presentation skills.Registered with SASOHN (as an audiologist).Basic Life Support course for Healthcare Providers.HIV / AIDS counseling certificate.Please email your updated and detailed CV along with copies of SANC Receipt and all qualifications to : JHB Office :

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Occupational Health Nurse • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal