Occupational Health Nurse

Tongaat Hulett; oThongathi; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African company is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to provide high-quality health care services and manage health-related programs. Key responsibilities include conducting annual screenings, responding to medical incidents, and maintaining health records. Candidates must have an Occupational Health Degree and a minimum of five years’ experience in an occupational setting. A valid medical license and registration with SANC are essential. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on employee health.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in an occupational setting.
• Strong admin background and proficient in MS Office.
• Matured individual with good problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Occupational and Primary Health Care Services.
• Conduct annual medical screenings.
• Attend and respond to medical incidents.

Skills

Occupational Health Care

Medication Dispensing

Health Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Education

Grade 12, Diploma or Occupational Health Degree

Certification: Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision Screening

Valid Dispensing Medical License

Registered with SANC

Job description

VACANCY

OPERATION: MAIDSTONE MILL

JOB TITLE: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE

GRADE: C4

REPORTS TO : SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT (SHE) MANAGER

Roles And Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Occupational and Primary Health Care Services to Tongaat Hulett Employees
• To maintain confidentiality of health information in accordance with professional codes and statutes
• Dispense medication to patients according to the Medicine and Substance related Act of 1965.
• Conduct and manage the Company’s surveillance programme
• Coordination & conducting of annual medicals e.g., occupational screenings such as Vision Screening, Spirometry and Audiometry testing.
• Attend and respond to on-site medical incidents and follow up with external medical service providers.
• Attend SHE committee meetings
• Monthly reporting of Health stats to Corporate office
• Assess and manage Chronic Diseases
• Safe keeping of clinic records
• Undertake clinic administration and report writing
• Conduct Occupational Health medical assessments and consulting with company Dr where required
• Maintain Safety, Health and Environment programme at the clinic.
• Implement and review Health Risk assessments
• Distribution of monthly Health talks to promote health at all levels of the operation
• Provide MSDS/Chemical training to relevant employees
• Inspect and compile reports for sanitation, plant hygiene and amenities for personal hygiene
• Partake in Emergency drills
• Organise and lead wellness and health awareness programmes
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Grade 12, Diploma or Occupational Health Degree.
• Certification: Audiometry, Spirometry and Vision Screening are essential.
• Valid Dispensing medical license
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) with full indemnity
• Minimum of five years’ experience on occupational setting, comprehensive exposure in an Occupational Health Service
• Able to assess, treat and manage PHC
• Drivers Licence Code 8 (code B)
• Strong admin background and proficient in the use of a computer to compile reports, create orders & update stats (MS Office proficiency).
• Good problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Matured, with excellent communication skills and basic understanding of IsiZulu.
  
  

Closing date: 06 August 2025

Applications must be sent to: https://www.tongaat.com/south-africa-vacancies/