Occupational Health Manager - ER24

ER24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Occupational Health Manager to lead the Occupational Health Clinic. The ideal candidate will manage health services, promote employee wellness, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation. A Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing and a minimum of 5 years in a related environment are required.

Qualifications

• 5 years proven experience in an Occupational Health Clinic environment.
• Experience within an administrative role in an Occupational Health and wellness environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and administer policies and procedures of the Occupational Health Clinic.
• Manage the Occupational Health Clinic and advise staff regarding the services provided.
• Promote and perform effective medical assistance to employees.

Skills

Ability to adapt to on demand requests

Attention to detail

Excellent time management skills

Proven experience in liaising with stakeholders

Analytical and problem solving skills

Education

Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office suites (MS Office, Word, Excel)

SharePoint system

Job description

Job title : Occupational Health Manager - ER24

Job Location : Western Cape, Stellenbosch Deadline : September 01, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Plan, develop and administer policies and procedures of the Occupational Health Clinic.

Manage resources to meet the Occupational Health and Safety objectives of the company.

Provide care to employees that leads to promotion, protection and restoration of the employee's health within a safe working environment.

Comply with statutory requirements and Company policies and procedures

Administration duties

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION :

A Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing

DESIRED EDUCATION :

A Diploma in Nursing Education and Management

Certification in Audiometry

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE :

At least 5 years proven experience in an Occupational Health Clinic environment

DESIRED EXPERIENCE :

5 years experience within an administrative role within an Occupational Health and wellness environment

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Ensure OHP's completion and follow-up of pre-placement medical examinations complying with relevant legislation, environmental job demands and physical ability to perform work

Manage the Occupational Health Clinic and act as a resource and advisor to staff regarding the health care services that are provided to employees.

Evaluate performance, counsel and coach Occupational Health clinic staff as necessary.

Promote, supervise and perform prompt and effective medical assistance to employees in acute and chronic situations.

Investigate illness and injury episodes and trends to determine health and safety needs of the Employees.

Communication of information to the Head of the Health and Safety department as well as the Employee Relations Manager for future programme development.

Wellness development and management and conduct a health promotion programme on a regular basis.

Supervise the development and maintenance of accurate medical records and medical reports in order to track employee health, illness and wellness.

Promote Employee Assistance Programme

Manage and maintain drug registers medicine permit and WCC documentation etc.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Ability to adapt to on demand requests

Attention to detail

Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise work

Microsoft Office suites (MS Office, Word and Excel)

Proven experience in liaising with internal and external stakeholders

SharePoint system

Project and program Administration skills

Analytical and problem solving skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Closing date : 08 / 08 / 2025

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