Occupational Health Nursing Practitioner

Libstar; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Amaro Foods is seeking a dynamic Occupational Health Nurse to manage the onsite Health Clinic and drive the company’s health and safety initiatives. You will lead medical surveillance, health education, vaccinations, and COID administration while coordinating with EHS teams.

Ideal candidates hold an Occupational Health Nursing qualification and SANC registration, with 3–4 years of OH experience, and a strong command of MS Office for reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Nurse with current SANC registration and annual practising certificate.
• Occupational Health Nursing degree or diploma, registered as an additional qualification with SANC.
• Dispensing course and authorisation to dispense medication (Section 56 of the Nursing Act 33 of 2005).
• Valid occupational audiometry certificate from an accredited provider.
• Valid spirometry certificate.
• Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (CPR) certificates.
• 3-4 years of occupational health experience.
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and its regulations, COIDA 130 of 1993 and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
• Computer literate (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Treatment of minor ailments with unscheduled medication.
• Management and implementation of the company's biological monitoring and medical surveillance program.
• Assist with the development of a basic health education programme for workers.
• Liaise with suppliers for maintenance and calibration of medical equipment annually.
• Perform health evaluations.
• Referral of individuals to a medical practitioner for further evaluation if required.
• Attendance at the EHS meetings.
• Development and implementation of the company hearing conservation program.
• COID administration.
• Assist with medical assessments in cases of incapacity related to ill health or injury.
• Administration of vaccinations.
• Prepare and attend audits as required.
• Receipt of sick notes and arrange follow-ups if necessary.

Skills

Registered Nurse (SANC)

Occupational health

Auditing & compliance

MS Office

Education

Occupational Health Nursing degree or diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, customer centric individual to join the EHS Central Team at Amaro Foods.

Purpose

Management of the Occupational Health Clinic at Amaro Foods

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTPUTS

• Treatment of minor ailments with unscheduled medication
• Management and implementation of the company's biological monitoring and medical surveillance program
• Assist with the development of a basic health education programme for workers
• Liaise with suppliers for maintenance and calibration of medical equipment annually
• Perform health evaluations
• Referral of individuals to a medical practitioner for further evaluation if required
• Attendance at the EHS meetings
• Development and implementation of the company hearing conservation program
• COID administration
• Assist with medical assessments in cases of incapacity related to ill health or injury
• Administration of vaccinations
• Prepare and attend audits as required
• Receipt of sick notes and arrange follow-ups if necessary

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Registered Professional Nurse with current SANC registration and annual practising certificate
• Occupational Health Nursing degree or diploma, registered as an additional qualification with SANC
• Dispensing course and authorisation to dispense medication (Section 56 of the Nursing Act 33 of 2005)
• Valid occupational audiometry certificate from an accredited provider
• Valid spirometry certificate
• Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (CPR) certificates
• 3-4 years of occupational health experience
• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and its regulations (including the Hazardous Chemical Agents, Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and Ergonomics Regulations), COIDA 130 of 1993 and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Computer literate (MS Office)

ADVANTAGEOUS

• FMCG or food manufacturing industry experience
• Knowledge of food safety requirements (e.g. R638, FSSC 22000) and audit experience
• Ergonomics training and Risk Assessments
• Membership of SASOHN
• Valid driver's license