Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner

City of Cape Town; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 532 000 - 561 000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner to perform medical surveillance and facilitate compliance with occupational health policies. Candidates are expected to have a BTech in Occupational Health Nursing and relevant experience in conducting various health assessments. This position offers a competitive salary aligned with public service opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of relevant experience in occupational health.
• Certification in occupational health disciplines for audiometry and spirometry.
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Valid code B driver's license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical surveillance and examinations.
• Coordinate and perform risk-based pre-employment medical evaluations.
• Conduct onsite health risk assessments and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with stakeholders to promote occupational health services.

Skills

Audiometry

Spirometry

Vision testing

Occupational health legislation

Computer literacy

Education

BTech in Occupational Health Nursing

Job description

Job opportunity

Corporate services

• Human resources Occupational health nurse practitioner Basic salary : R532 737 TO R560139 per annum
• Ref no : CS193 / 25
• Various Requirements : BTech in occupational health nursingFour (4) to five (5) years’ relevant experience in occupational health including experience doing audiometry, spirometry, vision testing and conducting medicalsCertification in occupational health disciplines for audiometry and spirometryStrong knowledge of occupational health legislation and compliance requirementsRegistered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) (Valid OH qualification must appear on SANC receipt)SASOHN registration as an AudiometristComputer literacyValid code B driver’s licence (advantageous) and reliable transport.

Key performance areas : Perform medical surveillance and examinations to identify occupational health-related diseases within the City of Cape Town to ensure compliance with relevant OHS policies and related legislationCoordinate and perform risk-based pre-employment medical evaluations according to the employee job descriptions, job performance requirements and relevant legislation to determine employee suitabilityPerform specialised tests including vision testing, audiometry, spirometry and biological monitoring, in line with inherent job requirements of employeesCoordinate, implement and maintain an audiometry programme as part of the hearing conservation programmeMaintain accurate and confidential health records and informationCoordinate ill-health incapacity case management in compliance with relevant legislation and policiesConduct onsite health risk assessments to establish an exposure profile and ensure adequate medical surveillance in compliance with the terms of relevant legislationLiaise with internal and external stakeholders to promote and provide occupational health servicesIdentify and prioritise areas of research and participate in research programmes to keep abreast with the latest occupational health trendsSupervise administrative and cleaning staff.

Please apply online at www.capetown.gov.za / careers (external applicants) or via the SAP Portal (internal applicants) unless otherwise stated. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Cape Town, you are consenting to the use of your personal information provided as part of your application and / or Recruitment process for Recruitment and Selection purposes. In addition, you may be required to undergo, including but not limited to, Criminal and Security Checks, Personal Verification, and Lifestyle Audits, throughout your recruitment process and / or subsequent employment. Closing date : 28 November 2025

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all communications.Certified copies of qualifications must be available on request.Copies of supporting documents will not be returned.Kindly note that applications will not be acknowledged in writing.