Operational Manager Speciality (Occupational Health & Safety) PNB 3 Re-Advertisement at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification. Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma/Degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as Professional Nurse. A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the specialty referred to above. After obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification in Occupational Health Nursing Science.
• A qualification in Nursing Administration /Health Service Management is a requirement. Strong leadership, good communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Computer literate, Knowledge of planning, organizing, coordination and communication skills which include the ability of complex report writing when required. Ability to take charge and make appropriate independent decisions. Knowledge of OHS practices, Nursing acts, Regulations and ideal Hospital Realization Framework.
• Willingness to work shifts, public holidays, after hours standby and weekends. Other Skills: Knowledge of the relevant acts, prescripts, policies and procedures governing health care service delivery. Knowledge of code of conduct, Labour Relations and related policies.

Duties :

• Provision of in-depth knowledge of acts, policies, procedures, OHS nursing prescripts and legislation, ethical nursing practice and how it impacts to service delivery. Facilitate, coordinate and review institution’s standard operating procedures and guidelines regarding OHS nursing and staff wellness clinic in alignment with the National Guidelines and Legislation.
• Implement and maintain an effective Hospital staff wellness clinic that is compliant with all general safety regulations. Ability to demonstrate in depth knowledge to the compensation for Occupational injuries and diseases Act and legislation that guide the OHS and wellness programme. Compile, analyze and submit accurate reports to meet the deadlines monthly, quarterly and annually.
• Use surveillance data to demonstrate knowledge and ability to coordinate comprehensively, inter-professional, people centered occupational nursing care and promote positive health outcomes. Conduct training, coordinate and conduct and manage staff medical surveillance.
• Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of the nursing guidelines, protocols, standards operating procedures. Practice norms and standards as per guidelines and per ideal Hospital Management and Realization Framework.
• Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and development of self and subordinated. Participate in Hospital committee and represent OHS Programme at the management committee and other relevant Hospital committee (i.e. quality, infection prevention and control). Maintain a good relationship with EAP, provide direct and indirect supervision of all staff in the unit and give guidance. Demonstrate basic understanding of HR, Financial policies and practices.

Closing Date : 21-08-2026