Unit Manager | Occupational Health Nurse

LIFE Healthcare Group; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Health Nurse Unit Manager to oversee health services in Kempton Park. This permanent role involves planning and coordinating occupational health outputs, ensuring compliance with standards, and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a Nursing Diploma and relevant Occupational Health qualifications, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork and customer focus, and make a significant impact in the health sector.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Occupational and Primary Health Care Services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-service training for staff and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Manage health monitoring programs and compile professional reports.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Customer Focus

Education

Nursing Diploma or Degree

Occupational Health Nursing Qualification

Registration with SANC

Tools

Computer Literacy

Job description

Unit Manager | Occupational Health Nurse

Function: Nursing Facility Inland South: Kempton Park

Position: Unit Manager | Occupational Health Nurse

Introduction:

A permanent position exists for an Occupational Health Nurse Unit Manager at Life Health Solutions in Kempton Park. The successful candidate will work 40 hours per week and report to the Business Manager. Responsibilities include planning, coordination, measurement, and follow-up of occupational health outputs in a mixed service delivery model, ensuring effective and efficient delivery that exceeds customer expectations.

Critical Outputs

1. Arrange, induct, and conduct in-service training for new, current, and locum staff.
2. Maintain good relationships with stakeholders.
3. Arrange placement of locum staff during absences or leave requests.
4. Compile staff rosters aligned with clinic schedules.
5. Verify all timesheets for accuracy before submission.
6. Ensure timely capturing of leave and submission of related forms.
7. Track attendance, report issues, and assist in managing poor attendance.
8. Provide regular feedback on staff matters to the Business Manager.
9. Conduct bi-annual performance assessments with the Business Manager.
10. Develop and manage medical surveillance programs according to policies and risk assessments.
11. Ensure medical examinations are current, accurate, and compliant with standards and legal requirements.
12. Coordinate Occupational Health Risk Assessments and provide feedback reports to clients.
13. Participate in meetings such as Health and Safety and Client feedback sessions.
14. Manage health monitoring programs, site visits, and maintain accurate registers.
15. Compile professional reports and statistical data for clients.
16. Assist with clinic audits, ensuring timely correction of findings.
17. Establish health trends and recommend preventative measures.
18. Maintain up-to-date and confidential employee files and data entry.
19. Control clinic stock, ensure proper ordering, and conduct quarterly stock counts.
20. Ensure clinic equipment calibration, maintenance, and upgrades.
21. Ensure compliance with ISO standards and participate in audits.
22. Administer services within budget and uphold a professional organization image.

Requirements

• Nursing Diploma or Degree
• Occupational Health Nursing qualification (B Tech/Diploma) with 2-3 years relevant experience in manufacturing
• Registration with SANC, with additional Occupational Health qualification on current SANC receipt
• Knowledge of Occupational and Primary Health Care Services
• Certificate in dispensing
• Certificates in Spirometry, Audiometry (registered with SASOHN), Vision screening, and BLS

• Computer literacy
• Experience in administration, employee relations, and good communication skills
• Results-oriented, proactive, and quality-focused candidates are preferred
• Customer focus, teamwork, and initiative are essential qualities

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis, and judgment
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing and motivating skills
• Drive, energy, and excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal and written communication skills

Applications should be sent to [e-mail]. Closing date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Internal applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Unsuccessful applicants after two weeks of the closing date should consider their application as not successful.