Occupational Health Nursing Practitioner

Tronox; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Tronox is seeking an on-site Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care, manage emergency response, pre-employment checks and wellness programs at a large facility in the Western Cape. The role focuses on health surveillance, medical evaluations, and maintaining medical records while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate is a registered nurse practitioner with relevant occupational health qualifications, Audiometry and Spirometry certificates,

Qualifications

• Registered professional nurse practitioner with appropriate qualifications.
• Mandatory SANC registration and SASOHN membership.
• Two years of occupational health nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily occupational health services on site.
• Perform medical surveillance and health assessments (audiometry, spirometry, vision, hearing tests).
• Assist with health promotion, TB/HIV/AIDS awareness, and compliance with MHSA.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team player

Work under pressure

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

B.Tech Occupational Health Nursing or certificate

SANC registration & SASOHN membership

Dispensing licence

Audiometry & Spirometry cert.

Audiometrist registration

Primary Health Care & Family Planning diploma (advantage)

2 years occupational health nursing experience

Mining experience (advantage)

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

About Tronox

Tronox is the world's leading vertically integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and other materials that add brightness and durability to products you encounter every day. We are 5,700 people strong, located across six continents and unified by a strong set of values that guide us in our work. At our mines and manufacturing plants, labs and offices, we responsibly transform the earth's resources into products and opportunities that enhance lives. Our vision is to shape a sustainable, thriving world through enriched and refined minerals.

About the Role

This position provides a general occupational health service on site to comply with company procedures. Takes the accountability for provision of emergency response, treatment service, pre-employment medical checks, health surveillance, health promotion, risk assessments and company approved testing. Manages occupational health programs at a large facility or business sector which includes case management, injury treatment, medical evaluations and wellness programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily primary health care services.


• Perform Medical Surveillance - vision screening, audiometry, and lung function tests in accordance with valid qualifications and certification requirements.


• Assist with annual awareness sessions on TB, HIV/AIDS, noise, dust, and heat exposure, as required by the Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996.


• Inspect and replenish first-aid boxes.


• Maintain medicine registers and employee medical records.Demonstrate fluency in Afrikaans and English.
  Apply strong interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills with a systematic and structured approach to work.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12


• Diploma or Degree in Nursing as a professional nursing practitioner - Mandatory


• B.Tech Degree as an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner or Certificate in Occupational Health Nursing - Mandatory


• Registered with SANC and as a SASOHN member - Mandatory


• Dispensing licence - Mandatory


• Certificate in Audiometry and Spirometry - Mandatory


• Registered as an Audiometrist - Mandatory


• Valid driver's Licence - Mandatory


• Diploma in Primary Health Care and Family Planning (added advantage)


• 2 years' experience in Occupational Health Nursing


• Prior experience in a mining environment will be an advantage

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of operational processes within scope of role


• Risk management techniques and critical controls


• Safety, health and environment, legislative, statutory, regulatory and permitting requirements


• Knowledge of relevant mining & labour legislation


• Professional, Task-driven, Communication skills and critical thinking


• Be able to work under pressure


• Computer literacy, MS Office, and SAP


• Manage site based clinic as per legal requirements

Personal Attributes

Confident, tenacious, innovative, self-motivated, responsible, team player, adaptable, analytical, client oriented, pro-active, strongly oriented towards excellence in project management, results driven and able to work under pressure.

Why Join Tronox?

Our global reach is strengthened by our human connections. We challenge one another to deliver excellence and encourage our people to think big. Together, we develop innovations that make products vibrant and durable as we contribute to a cleaner world.

When you join Tronox, you will work with brilliant people, close to home and around the world. We offer a dynamic, supportive environment that empowers you to achieve your fullest potential - because we recognize that when you grow, we grow.

In addition to offering a competitive salary and benefits, we provide a work experience that prioritizes what truly matters:

• We strive for excellence in safety and sustainability, focusing on what is critical to improve how we operate and to enhance the communities where we work and live.


• We provide challenging work and encourage innovative thinking, collaborating closely to bring our best ideas forward and add value for our customers.


• We invest in and value the success of our people, empowering them to take charge of their personal and professional development.


• We are unified globally and strengthened locally, leveraging the most culturally and geographically diverse team in the industry to connect better around the world.