About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Senior Occupational Health and Safety Officer to join their Head Office team in Pretoria. This pivotal position plays a vital role in safeguarding the health and safety of employees across the public service sector. By implementing and monitoring occupational health and safety policies, this role directly contributes to creating a safer working environment, thereby enhancing the overall well-being of the community.
As a Senior Occupational Health and Safety Officer, you will be at the forefront of ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, particularly the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Your expertise will not only help mitigate workplace hazards but also empower employees through training and communication of safety procedures. This position is essential for fostering a culture of safety and health within the public service, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about occupational safety.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of South Africans through various initiatives and programs. With a commitment to excellence in public service, the department focuses on ensuring that health services are accessible, equitable, and of high quality. Working here means being part of a team that strives to enhance public health outcomes and create a safer environment for all citizens. As a member of this department, you will contribute to meaningful change that impacts the lives of many.
What You’ll Do
- Secure approval for occupational health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with OHS requirements.
- Implement policies to manage employee performance and facilitate skills development.
- Communicate health and safety policies to all staff members effectively.
- Coordinate training sessions for appointed statutory appointments.
- Conduct regular workplace inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Monitor the effectiveness of existing health and safety policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain the Occupational Health and Safety Committee as mandated by legislation.
- Coordinate employee awareness programs on health and safety standard operating procedures.
- Assess and ensure the maintenance of electrical and machinery equipment.
- Conduct Hazard Identification Risk Assessments in the workplace.
- Compile investigation reports for near misses, occupational diseases, and injuries on duty.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Environmental Health, Occupational Safety Management, or a relevant qualification.
- A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an Occupational Health and Safety environment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Familiarity with relevant public service legislation and policies such as PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and more.
- Registration with professional bodies (SAIOSH/SAIOH/HPCSA) will be advantageous.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow the application instructions below.
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Requirements
The successful candidate should have Grade 12 Certificate plus a National Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7 in Environmental Health/ Occupational Safety Management or relevant qualification.A minimum of 2 - 3 years’ experience in OHS environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Skills: Problem Solving.
Negotiation.
Decision making, Resilience.
Self-Motivation.
Verbal communication & written communications.
Interpersonal skills.
Customer service.
Knowledge: Relevant Public Service Legislation.
GDSACR and GPG policies.
Project management.
PFMA, Treasury Regulation, PSA, PSR, etc.
Change Management.
Report writing.
Facilitation skills.
Research Methodologies.
Employee Health and Wellness related.
Registration with professional bodies (SAIOSH/SAIOH/ HPCSA).
Job Duties
Secure approval of Occupational health and safety policies, procedures in line with the Occupational health and safety act (OHS) requirements and safety guidelines and the OHS standards.Implement policies and procedures pertaining to occupational health and safety (OHS) to ensure that employees’ performance is managed and monitored and skills development take place.
Communicating the approved policies, systems and procedures to employees.
Coordinate training for all appointed statutory appointments.
Conduct workplace inspections.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of policies, procedures that are in place.
Monitor Statutory appointments are in place.
Establish Occupational health and safety (OHS) Committee as per the legislation.
Uphold the stipulations of the Act through the performance of health and safety committee.
Coordinate awarenesses to employees on SOPs of OHS.
Assess maintenance of electrical and machinery equipment.
Conduct workplace Hazard Identification Risk Assessment.
Coordinate SHERQ training needs.
Coordinate SHERQ risk register.
Monitor and evaluate disaster departments.
Develop minutes for OHS Meeting.
Develop action plan from the meeting.
Injury on Duty Knowledge and understanding of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA), Conduct investigation of reported near misses, occupational diseases and injury on duty.
Compile an investigation preliminary report and finalization of the cases reported.
