Directorate: Quality Assurance
SALARY : Grade 1: R237.00 per hour
Grade 2: R277.00 per hour
Grade 3: R324.00 per hour
CENTRE : Ekurhuleni Health District
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate with a degree/National Diploma qualifications in
Environmental Health. Certificate in Occupational Health Management,
Occupational Health and Hygiene Legislation, as well as OSHAS 1800/1, ISO
9000 SHEMTRAC/SAMTRAC, will be an added advantage. Grade 1: Less
than 10 years relevant experience is required after registration with HPCSA as
an Environmental Health Practitioner. Grade 2: At least 10 years, but less than
20 years relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an
Environmental Health Practitioner. Grade 3: 20 years and more relevant
experience after registration with HPCSA as an Environmental Health
Practitioner. Registered with the South African Institute for Occupational
Hygiene (SAIOH) as Occupational technologist, Assistant or Occupational
Hygienist or at the HPCSA in a related specialty field. At least 1-year relevant
experience in OH monitoring, OH risk assessment, occupational health case
investigations, project management and the implementation of OSHAS
18000/1 series, preferably within the health care environment. In-depth
knowledge in the prevention of occupational disease and ventilation
requirements within the healthcare environment. Good interpersonal relations,
communication, leadership, analytical and linguistic attributes. A valid driver’s
license is essential.
DUTIES : Monitoring and evaluation of Sub-District facilities on the Norms and Standards
(self-assessments, baseline validation and post baseline). Managing training
and retraining of facility staff on new developments related to Norms and
Standards and Ideal Clinics preparation of facilities for audits, that will be
conducted by Provincial and Office of Health Standards Compliance. Provision
of guidance and information on the implementation of health standards and
relevant inspection tools validate and complete inspection reports and
recommendations. Assist with the development of policies, Standard Operating
Procedures and Protocols. Assist clinics/facilities with the development and
implementation of Quality Improvement Plans. Conduct inspections and reinspections visits to Sub-Districts health facilities. Participate in training and
contribute to development and evaluation. Perform all other duties delegated
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by the Supervisor/Manager. Provide guidelines to staff and clients in terms of
SHERQ programs. Assist in reviewing and compiling OHRM guidelines
(SOPs)for the planning and implementation of OHRM training and
Occupational Hygiene monitoring programmes and determined trends.
ENQUIRIES : Ms B. Peloagae Tel No: (011) 876 -1717
APPLICATIONS : should be hand delivered to Ekurhuleni Health District at 40 Catlin Street,
Germiston, 1400 or posted to The Human Resource Manager, Private Bag
X1005, Germiston, 1400.
NOTE : No S&T claims and resettlement allowance will be paid. Applications must be
submitted on a new Z.83 form and must be completed in full, obtainable from
any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za.
Applicants should register their application forms on the specific register books
according to the reference number as per advert. Failure to do so your
application forms will not be considered. According to Department of Public
Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not
required to submit copies of qualifications and other related documents on
application but must submit the Z.83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only
shortlisted candidates will be required /requested to submit certified copies of
qualifications and other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the
interview. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the
closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –
Verification (Reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification,
criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment
verification). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical
surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act
5/1993. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment equity
profile will be taken into consideration.
CLOSING DATE : 26 May 2023