About the Role
The Health and Safety Officer position at Madadeni Provincial Hospital is a pivotal role that ensures the safety and well-being of all staff members and visitors. Situated in the vibrant town of Madadeni, this position is essential for maintaining a secure environment in one of our key public health facilities. As part of the Department of Health, you will work daily to identify risks, implement safety protocols, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This role is significant not only for the hospital’s operations but also for the wider community, as it directly contributes to the overall health and safety standards within the public service sector.
In your capacity as a Health and Safety Officer, you will play a crucial part in developing training programs and manuals that promote a culture of safety. Your efforts will help establish a safe environment where patients and staff can thrive, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who rely on hospital services. This position is not just a job; it is an opportunity to be at the forefront of health and safety in a critical sector, positively impacting the community in Madadeni and beyond.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing quality healthcare to all South Africans. Its mission is to promote health, prevent illness, and ensure access to essential health services. Working within this department means being part of a dedicated team focused on improving the health outcomes of the population. By joining the Department of Health, you will contribute to initiatives that save lives and enhance the quality of care provided to communities across the region.
What You’ll Do
- Identify and assess potential hazards that could lead to accidents or injuries within the hospital.
- Report incidents related to safety, such as damage or loss, to the Occupational Health and Safety Manager.
- Assist in developing and implementing health and safety training and orientation programs.
- Participate in safety audits to ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Collaborate with the Occupational Health team on health concerns such as TB and Hepatitis B.
- Organize and conduct disaster drills to prepare staff for emergency situations.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed by employees and service providers.
- Monitor compliance with health and safety regulations and standards.
What You’ll Need
- A Degree or National Diploma in Environmental Health or Safety Management.
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a safety-related role.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to Occupational Health and Safety.
- Skills in identifying, controlling, and monitoring workplace hazards.
- Proficiency in computer literacy for reporting and documentation purposes.
- Experience in conducting accident investigations and managing disaster response plans.
How to Apply
All applications can be submitted through hand delivery or courier to the HR Recruitment Office at Madadeni Hospital or via email as instructed below.
Requirements
Degree / National Diploma in Environmental Health or Safety Management.Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Safety.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies required: Knowledge of relevant legislations pertaining to Occupational Health and Safety.
Identification, control, elimination and monitoring of hazards.
Health education and administration of the services.
181 Knowledge of computer literacy.
Accident investigation.
Disaster management.
Job Duties
Identification of potential situation that could lead to injury/disability/death of staff member/visitor.Proper damage or loss, internal disaster, medico-legal claim and reporting thereof to the Occupational health and safety manager.
Ensuring the delegate management and administrative functions are carried out timely and correctly in order for health and safety to function in the institution.
Assisting in development and compilation of manuals, policies and protocol that will be included in the rolling out of the health and safety training, orientation and induction programmes.
Participate in safety audits for the institution in compliance with the occupational health and safety Act,85 of 1993.
Assisting the occupational health and safety manager in ensuring that buildings, construction, plants, and machinery meet and maintain compliance certificates that are regulated by the occupational health and safety Act, 85 of 1993 and its regulation.
Organise and record the Disaster drills.
Ensure that all employees and service providers within the hospital complies with the required safety protocols.
Ensure that people, patients, staff and the building are safe and Hospital is legally compliant, OHSD, norms and standards, DOH requirements, conduct workplace inspections, PPE management, ergonomics and staff safety.
Liaise with occupational Health team on T.
B, Hep B radiation monitoring etc.
Ensure fire safety and emergency preparedness.
Ensure Infection Control and patient safety support, i.
e heater qudity, ventilation, waste management, contractor safety.
Conduct training and awareness on Health and Safety.
Implement monitoring and quality improvement.
ENQURIE : Mr.
T.
D Ndaba Tel No: (034) 328 8014
