Senior Manager (Employee Wellness And Benefits)

Careercare-Sa; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Durban is seeking a Senior Manager to oversee their Total Employee Wellness Programme. The role integrates health care and wellness initiatives, ensuring compliance with South African legislation while managing external service providers and internal programs effectively. Candidates should possess strong management experience and relevant qualifications in business or HR.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years senior management experience in employee wellness or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of health legislation and wellness programme management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of health and wellness services across all TSAM sites.
• Manage external service providers to ensure quality and compliance.
• Lead budgeting and financial reporting for wellness programs.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Resource management

Education

NQF Level 6 qualification in Business Management, HR, or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Senior Manager (Employee Wellness and Benefits) –Durban.

The purpose of the role is to lead and manage the Total Employee Wellness Programme (TEWP) across TSAM, integrating Primary and Occupational Health Care, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP), and wellness initiatives, while ensuring compliance with South African legislation.

Salary: R137 500 per month plus benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic oversight of health and wellness services across all TSAM sites, including 7 on-site clinics.
• Manage external service providers to ensure quality, compliance, and alignment with wellness objectives.
• Lead budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting for PHC, OHC, and EAP.
• Monitor quality of healthcare services and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with key departments to implement integrated wellness initiatives.
• Oversee performance metrics, SLA compliance, and facility management.
• Develop and manage emergency response programmes in line with occupational health standards.

Requirements:

• NQF Level 6 qualification in Business Management, HR, or equivalent (preferred).
• 5–10 years senior management experience in employee wellness or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of health legislation, wellness programme management, and financial oversight.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint; SAP experience is advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and leadership
• Integrity and sound judgment
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving
• Effective resource management
• Teamwork and continuous improvement mindset