Health Practitioner (Forest & Saiccor) at Sappi

Job Summary 

We’re looking for an experienced Health Practitioner (Forest & Saiccor) to be responsible for the development and implementation of an integrated, sustainable, and cost-effective health program.

As a Health Practitioner (Forest & Saiccor), you will be responsible for:

• Provide a professional occupational health and primary health care service in the operation, within a legal, ethical framework, to ensure a healthy, productive workforce
• Provide professional advice to line management with regard to health
• Assist with the development and implementation of health policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements
• Build and maintain conducive relationships with all stakeholders
• Ensure accurate and timeous reporting of occupational health issues
• Assist in identifying and advise management of adverse health effects arising from workplace conditions and manage accordingly
• Implement education and awareness programmes based on the Health Risks identified
• Ensure medication management is conducted as prescribed by legislation
• Implement medical waste management as prescribed by legislation 
• Manage the Incapacity Ill-health process at the operating units
• Provide primary emergency care, treat minor illnesses, and refer as necessary

What are we looking for?

• General Nursing Diploma / Degree
• Certificate / Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
• Certificate in Spirometry, Audiometry, and Dispensing
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council
• Current Registration with the South African Society for Occupational Health Nurses
• Code B Driver's License (Manual Vehicle)
• Computer Literacy (MS Office)
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in an Occupational Health Environment
• Certificate in Physical (Evaluation) Assessment / Primary Health Nursing will be an added advantage
• TB Course, STI Course, and HIV / AIDS Management preferred