Medical Inspector – Pretoria – Department Of Health

About the Role

The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Inspector to join their team at the Head Office in Pretoria. This critical role is instrumental in ensuring the health and safety of mine employees across South Africa, particularly in the mining sector. By resolving disputes regarding medical unfitness and managing various health-related statistics, you will play a pivotal role in advocating for the well-being of workers in an industry that is vital to our economy. Your efforts will directly influence the quality of life for many individuals and their families, making this position deeply meaningful within the public service landscape.

As a Medical Inspector, you will engage with various stakeholders, including compensation houses and health organizations, to ensure that the health needs of mine employees are met effectively. Your expertise will also contribute to the development of policies that address occupational health challenges, ultimately enhancing safety standards in South Africa’s mining industry. This position not only offers a chance to grow professionally but also to make a lasting impact on community health and safety, reinforcing the importance of public health in our society.

About the Department

The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of all South Africans. It plays a vital role in shaping health policies and implementing programs that address both immediate and long-term health challenges facing the nation. Working within this department means being part of a mission that prioritizes the well-being of individuals, families, and communities across the country. The work done here is essential for fostering a healthier South Africa, ensuring that everyone has access to quality healthcare services.

What You’ll Do

• Resolve disputes regarding medical unfitness findings for mine employees through the appeals process.
• Collect and analyze data from medical reports related to occupational health.
• Coordinate the quality assurance process for receiving and archiving medical records of mine closure employees.
• Participate in investigations of mine health and safety accidents, providing input in occupational medicine.
• Collaborate with compensation houses on matters related to employee compensation.
• Offer specialist advice on HIV/AIDS and TB issues relevant to the mining industry.
• Manage the Directorate, overseeing its operations and strategic direction.

What You’ll Need

• An appropriate MBCHB degree and a postgraduate qualification in Occupational Medicine (NQF 08).
• Registration with the HPCSA and a valid driver’s license.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in senior or middle management within Occupational Health/Medicine.
• Knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act and related occupational health regulations.
• Familiarity with both local and international legislation concerning the mining sector.
• Skills in management, strategic development, policy creation, networking, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong communication, project management, and general management abilities.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email [email protected].