Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 325 000 - 383 000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Pretoria is seeking a qualified Safety Management professional. The successful candidate will implement safety strategies, manage risk assessments, and ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation. Required qualifications include an NQF level 6 qualification and experience in the field. Strong skills in communication, decision making, and teamwork are essential for this role, making it ideal for those passionate about workplace safety and health.

Qualifications

• Registration with relevant professional bodies for Occupational Health and Safety.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Health, Safety, Environment.
• Knowledge of various Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Administer and implement SHER strategy and plan.
• Administer and implement risk management assessment and control.
• Manage human, finance, and other resources.

Skills

Concern for others

Creative thinking

Citizen Service Orientation

Decision making

Diversity citizenship

Computer literacy (MS Word)

Communication (verbal and written)

Budgeting and financial management

Problem solving and decision making

Communication and information management

Team leadership

Education

NQF level 6 qualification in Safety Management or related field

Job description

Job Location : Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Application Deadline : February 02, 2026

• R325 101 – R382 959 per annum.
• The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
• CENTRE : National Office: Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS

• An NQF level 6 qualification as recognized by SAQA in Safety Management/ Environmental Management/Occupational Health and Safety
• Registration with the relevant professional bodies for Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner/Occupational Health Hygienist/South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH)/South African Institute for Occupational Hygienist (SAIOH)/ South African Nursing Council for Occupational Health Practitioners
• A minimum of 2 years’ functional experience in Safety, Health Environment, Risk and Quality management environment
• Knowledge on Health and Wellness Integrated Strategic Framework in the Public Service
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Basic Condition of Employment Act (BCEA), Employment Equity Act (EEA), Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA), National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Safety at Sports and Recreational Events Act (SASREA), Disaster Management Act, DPSA Strategic Framework on Employee Health and Wellness (EHW)
• Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service statutory frameworks: Financial Management and regulatory framework/guidelines, the Public Service Act, the Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, Departmental Financial Instructions, the Public Finance Management Act, Government initiatives and decisions
• Knowledge of Departmental policies, SHER management standards and guidelines and data analysis
• Ability to integrate with the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) team of specialists. Skills and Competencies: Concern of others; Creative thinking; Citizen Service Orientation; Decision making; Diversity citizenship; Computer literacy (MS Word)
• Communication (verbal and written) skills; Budgeting and financial management; Problem solving and decision making; Communication and information management; Team leadership.

DUTIES

Key Performance Areas:

• Administer and implement SHER strategy and plan
• Administer and implement risk management assessment and control
• Administer and implement health and safety services
• Administer and implement environmental management services
• Manage human, finance and other resources