Occupational Health Nurse

Westfalia Fruit; Tzaneen; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Occupational Health Nurse to enhance employee health and safety through comprehensive health services. This role involves diagnosing conditions, managing workplace hazards, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting workplace wellness and managing health risks, contributing to a safer work environment. Join a dynamic team committed to continuous improvement and employee well-being, where your expertise will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Provident fund

Insured benefits

Medical aid

Annual bonus option

Qualifications

• 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in occupational health services.
• Knowledge of OHS Act, COID Act, BCEA, and POPIA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat work-related and non-work-related conditions.
• Conduct medical surveillance and manage workplace hazards.
• Plan health awareness campaigns and coordinate training.

Skills

Advanced computer literacy

Critical thinking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Patient confidentiality

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or Degree in Nursing Sciences

B.Tech in Occupational Health Nursing

Valid SANC registration

Certificates in Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision Screening, HCT

Dispensing License

SAMTRAC or similar occupational safety qualification

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.

With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading avocado experts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

Westfalia Fruit Estate, situated in Limpopo, Tzaneen, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced: Occupational Health Nurse

Purpose of the role:

To promote and protect the health, safety, and well-being of employees by delivering comprehensive occupational health services, including primary health care, workplace injury and illness management, and health and safety program implementation, in compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat work-related and non-work-related conditions.
• Conduct medical surveillance and chronic disease management.
• Manage incapacity and disability cases and escalate IODs appropriately
• Identify and manage workplace hazards.
• Coordinate Health Risk Assessments and support compliance with hearing conservation and health programs.
• Plan and support health awareness campaigns and peer educator training.
• Attend to first aid and medical emergencies promptly.
• Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are maintained.
• Report and manage IOD-related incidents effectively.
• Maintain accurate patient records and reports (monthly/quarterly).
• Manage medical inventory and equipment calibration.
• Perform audits, inspections, and follow-up on findings
• Participate in training and continuous professional development aligned with a personal development plan.

Education:

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing Sciences (required)
• B.Tech in Occupational Health Nursing (required)
• B.Tech in Occupational Health Nursing (required)
• Valid SANC registration (required)
• Certificates in Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision Screening, HCT (advantageous)
• Dispensing License (advantageous)
• SAMTRAC or similar occupational safety qualification (advantageous)
• Valid Driver’s License (advantageous)

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ nursing experience
• Experience in occupational health services is highly beneficial

Behavioural Competencies:

Knowledge:

• Understanding of OHS Act, COID Act, BCEA, and POPIA
• Workplace hazards, illnesses, and injury management
• Occupational health regulations and safe work procedures

Skills:

• Advanced computer literacy
• Critical thinking and time management
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• High attention to patient confidentiality
• Ability to lead, coordinate, and work under pressure
• Team player with a professional work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment to continuous improvement

The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package, which comprises a provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid, and an option to structure an annual bonus.

Interested and qualified internal applicants should forward their applications (including a detailed copy of the CV) to [e-mail] for the attention Orifha Luvhengo.

Closing date for applications will be 13 May 2025

NB: Should you not receive correspondence 13 June 2025, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.