Occupational Health And Safety jobs in South Africa

• Reference Number : REFS/022980
• Directorate : Management
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 1 216 824 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package)

Requirements :

• A Grade 12 Certificate, an appropriate Degree (NQF level 7) in health-related field and current registration with the relevant professional body. A postgraduate qualification in Management will be an added advantage. A minimum of five (5) years management experience in public health is required. Good understanding of the Mental Health Care Act, No 17 of 2002. Knowledge and understanding of the legislations, related regulations and policies in the public sector in particular in the health sector and management of hospital. A valid Driver’s Licence (with exception for persons with disabilities). Computer literacy. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment. Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and analysis, Communication, Client orientation and customer focus.

Duties :

• Plan, direct, co-ordinate and manage the efficient and effective delivery of clinical and administrative support services through working with the key Executive Management team at the hospital. To represent the hospital authoritatively at provincial and public forums; to provide strategic leadership to improve operational efficiency within the health establishment to improve health outcomes. Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic plan for the hospital to ensure that it is in line with the NDP, provincial plans and priorities. Financial Management: maximise revenue through collection of all income due to the hospital; ensure that the hospital is managed within budget in line with the PFMA and relevant guidelines; ensure that policies, systems and procedures are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources, planning of financial resource mobilisation, monitoring and evaluation as well as asset and risk management. Facility Management: ensure that there are effective business support systems to promote optimal management of the institution as well as optimal service delivery; ensure that systems and procedures are in place to improve planning and timeous maintenance of facilities and equipment. Human Resource Management: develop, implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilisation of human resources; promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with relevant legislation including the effective functioning of all HR committees. Lead the development and training of personnel to enhance organisational performance. Procurement and Management of Equipment and Supplies: implement and monitor a procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in line with provincial delegated authority the PFMA; ensure that goods and services are procured in a cost effective and timely manner. Clinical and Corporate Governance: oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care; establish community networks and report to the Hospital Board. Responsible for corporate governance inclusive of infrastructure planning and maintenance as well as occupational health and safety; manage the institution’s risks to ensure optimal achievement of health outcomes. Report writing skills. Willing to work longer and irregular hours.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. An SMS Pre-Entry Certificate is mandatory when applying for Senior Management positions (Director-upwards) in the Public Service. NB: No appointment shall be effected without the recommended candidate producing a certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela), offered by the National School of Government. SMS Pre-Entry Certificate can be obtained by registering on the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entryprogramme.Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Application/s without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the respective HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tool.Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime, where applicable is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Weskoppies Hospital

Closing Date : 25-07-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Grade 12 Certificate, an appropriate Degree (NQF level 7) in health-related field and current registration with the relevant professional body?

Do you have a minimum of five (5) years management experience in public health?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.