Specialist Occupational Medical Practitioner (24 Months Contract) at Anglo American

Job Description:
As our Specialist Occupational Medical Practitionersome of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety, Health, and Environment
• Adhere to all safety, health and environmental practices and requirements.
• SHE policies and procedures:
• Escalate all unsafe practices or risks to the direct supervisor/manager.
• Support good housekeeping in the department and on-site to ensure compliance.
• Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
• Performance and Delivery
• Medical Capacity Management
• Manage and coordinate medical evaluation cases for the mine to ensure the efficient and optimal functioning of the health system, reduce risks, and ensure compliance.
• Oversee and direct injury-on-duty (IOD) cases during and after working hours, ensuring swift medical response, accurate case tracking, and minimal operational disruption.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure that medical findings and recommendations are integrated into the overall health strategy of the mine.
• Medical Audit and Compliance
• Provide expert advice during medical audits, ensuring conformance with the Mine Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulations.
• Coordinate workplace medical visits to monitor and assess health and safety conditions, ensuring proactive risk identification and effective health system functioning.
• Support the audit teams by presenting critical insights on medical practices and contributing to corrective actions for health-related non-conformities.
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
• Management of Health Matters
• Advise management and employees on health-related matters, including working capacity assessments, workplace conditions, and return-to-work programs following illness or injury.
• Guide decision-making regarding medical disability, Department of Mineral Resources (DMRE) cases, and general employee placement to ensure employee well-being and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategies to address chronic health conditions and promote workplace wellness, improving employee productivity and long-term health outcomes.
• Management of Medical Evaluations
• Conduct and oversee evaluations for pregnant women and other employees requiring medical assessments, ensuring compliance with health standards and legal requirements.
• Serve as a key Operations Risk Assessment team member, providing expert medical insights to mitigate health-related risks and prevent production delays.
• Recommend necessary adjustments in working conditions for vulnerable employees to ensure safety and compliance with medical guidelines.
• People and Team Management
• Lead and manage the medical team, ensuring optimal resource utilisation, continuous professional development, and the delivery of high-quality medical services.
• Foster a culture of excellence by promoting strong work ethics, performance improvement, and a focus on health and safety across the team.
• Facilitate safety meetings, ensuring all workers are informed about health risks, preventive measures, and the latest health and safety protocols.
• Implement performance monitoring systems to track team effectiveness and enhance overall productivity in the medical department.

This role is in the SHEPS & Contractor Management (SHEPS & CM) NCdiscipline at a 6.12 level reporting to Superintendent OMP)

Qualifications:

• MBCHB (Curriculum as set by SA Medical and Dental Council)
• DOH Occupational Medicine and Occupational Hygiene
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 6-8 years of relevant medical experience with a comprehensive medical diagnosis and treatment understanding.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology.
• Understanding of emergency medicine and injury management in mining.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases and their workplace impact.
• Expertise in occupational health risks and preventive healthcare.
• Deep knowledge of workplace illnesses related to mining hazards.
• Understanding of occupational rehabilitation and return-to-work strategies.
• Knowledge of legal requirements in occupational health (MHSA, OHSA).
• Understanding industrial hygiene and environmental health risk control.
• Familiarity with exposure monitoring and workplace inspection techniques.
• Expertise in managing medical evaluations for workplace hazards.
• Knowledge of PPE standards and health screening protocols.
• Familiarity with audit processes for occupational health standards.
• Understanding global safety standards like OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001.
• Knowledge of compliance governance in health management.