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Description

• Fine Chemicals Corporation requires the services of a highly competent Payroll Administrator in the Administration Department. To be considered for this position, candidates must fulfill the following requirements.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant qualification in Payroll Administration, HR, Finance, or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years’ solid end-to-end payroll experience is needed
• Experience in payroll administration and statutory requirements
• 1-2 years of Supervisory experience is required
• Must be computer literate and proficient in the MS Office suite of products / Sage VIP
• Experience with both salary and wage payrolls is required
• Solid understanding of South African labour laws and related tax regulations would be beneficial

BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS (Brief Summary):

• Maintenance of the time and attendance systems.
• Execute weekly wages and monthly salaries for all staff.
• Updating of leave records.
• Compile absenteeism reports for managers & supervisors.
• Generate reports for management including participation in the annual budget process.
• Timeous submission and payment of all statutory contributions and other third-party payments.
• Handling of all provident fund & medical aid queries.
• Payment of casual staff & temporary employees.
• Payroll job costing of all New Product Development and Capex Projects.
• Updating and maintaining the Payroll System master files.
• Maintenance of Medical Aid rates on the payroll system.
• Mentor, lead, and manage staff to ensure inter and intra-department cohesion and teamwork, a culture of performance to set standards and compliance to GMP, quality, and good corporate governance.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills
• Uncompromising individual integrity and work ethic
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Self-Motivated
• Must be able to work in a team and independently

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Description
Overview

• Monitor manufacturing compliance to GMP and statutory requirements.
• Monitor adherence to guidelines, procedures and document controls.
• Deliver expected productivity targets as per business requirements.
• Related administrative tasks.
• Serve as back up to Team Leader on shift.

Responsibilities

• Planning and Procedures
• Plan and prioritise daily, weekly and monthly activities.
• Determine, request and use resources/ assets optimally.
• Inspections and Verifications
• Verify schedule 5 products.
• Verify certified clean status of rooms and equipment.
• Verify, review and approve verification of measuring equipment performance, calibrations and sampling, and dispensing of materials.
• Line & Production processing
• Perform, review and approve line sign on’s, closures and clearance authorisations.
• Perform, review and approve batch reconciliations to product specifications and quality.
• Ensure production process adherence to standards and specifications.
• Process and system improvements
• Manage, review and approve change control programs and deviations/ concessions comply to standards and specifications.
• Manage and resolve customer complaints.
• Optimise processes and identify gaps in policies/ procedures.
• Drive CAPA investigations in area of focus.
• Compliance & Auditing
• Perform and review shift GMP checks, environmental checks, and agent expiry dates, and ensure continued compliance.
• Verify good document practice as per SOP and regulation.
• Verify the identity of bulk product and printed packaging materials, and conduct intermix checks to assess uniformity.
• Verify IPCs are in line with product quality and specifications.
• Review and approve preliminary batch records.
• Audit logbooks and systems.
• Troubleshooting
• Investigate deviations and concessions and assess risk.
• Raise deviations and implement corrective action.
• Raise maintenance notifications as and when required.
• Training and technical expertise
• Train new Pharmacists and PMAs on SOPs in transition period.
• Identify refresher or awareness training needs.
• Administration & Record keeping
• Complete batch records and labels.
• Complete deviation forms as required.
• Query documents and sign off declarations.
• Perform and verify calculations in BMR.
• Maintain and update records and systems as required.
• Retrieve supporting documentation and records to facilitate and support query resolution.

Requirements
Background/experience

• BPharm Degree.
• 1 3 years’ related work experience.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.

Specific job skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret and implement policies, processes and objectives.

Competencies

• Information gathering.
• Interrogating information.
• Meeting deadlines.
• Finalising output.
• Taking action.

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Description

• Fine Chemicals Corporation requires the services of a highly competent SHE Supervisor in the OHSE Department. To be considered for this position, candidates must fulfill the following requirements

Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety/ Occupational Hygiene / Disaster Management / Environmental Science or similar
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in SHE system implementation and development. Preferably in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or manufacturing Industries
• Supervisory experience would be an added advantage
• ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 Internal Auditing qualification would be an advantage
• Certifications and/or knowledge in occupational hygiene monitoring and ergonomics will be an advantage
• Sound knowledge of SHE Legislation (local, provincial & national)
• Must have experience in the facilitation of OSHE training
• Must have experience in different types of Risk Assessment

BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS (Brief Summary):

• Supervise SHE Officers
• Carry out any duty or requirement imposed on the company by the OHS Act and in accordance with your specific SHE appointment
• Report any unsafe or unhealthy situations to the SHE Manager and relevant Department Manager / Supervisor (in addition to using the Near Miss System) and take appropriate action to rectify
• Manage the Occupational Hygiene Monitoring program onsite. This includes coordinating relevant AIA monitoring (noise / illumination / asbestos / chemical exposure / ventilation / emissions etc.) and conducting selected in-house testing and monitoring e.g. occupational exposure, ergonomics
• Effective contribution to various risk assessments/ HAZOPS conducted onsite and lead baseline risk assessments as required. Manage OHSE Risk Assessment registry and ensure outstanding action items are tracked to completion
• Conduct OHSE audits onsite and at relevant service providers
• Facilitate Quarterly SHE Committee Meetings
• Facilitate OHSE related training onsite including training on outcomes of occupational hygiene surveys/ risks assessments / HAZOPS etc.
• Supervise the Near Miss and Incident Reporting System
• Assist in managing SHE CAPA system
• Ensure all Legal appointments are up to date
• Assist with incident response and investigations and ensure incident documents are signed within prescribed time frames and SHE CAPA’s are tracked to completion
• Manage relevant OHSE service providers (e.g. Pest Control/ selected waste service providers)
• Participate in one of the site emergency response teams and assist in coordinating emergency drill exercises
• Comply with GMP requirements as outlined by Company SOP's and written instructions in all tasks and activities
• Ensure all sections within the department maintain compliance with company OHSE standards, statutory documentation for contractors is up to date, e.g. AIA certifications, DOL certifications

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• A demonstrated passion for OHSE coupled with good organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret regulations and devise and implement appropriate control systems
• Good project management skills
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative with a high level of self-motivation
• Excellent reading and report-writing skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the business with good interpersonal skills 

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OBJECTIVE OF ROLE

• This role is focused on enhancing the knowledge and skills of nursing staff and HCPs through peer-to-peer discussions, educational programs, and ongoing support regarding intravenous iron therapy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, excellent communication skills, and a passion for educating and mentoring peers.
• In addition to the mentioned objective, the position will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong business relationships with decision makers, such as Infusion Centre Nursing Sisters, Case Managers and other key stakeholders to drive Aspen’s Iron utilization. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Peer Education and Support:
• Facilitate peer-to-peer discussions on IV iron therapy best practices.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to nursing staff on IV iron administration techniques and patient management.
• Curriculum Development:
• Develop and implement educational programs and materials related to IV iron therapy.
• Collaborate with nursing staff within the various wards of hospitals to provide training related to IV Iron.
• Training and Workshops:
• Conduct training sessions, workshops and other tearoom meetings for nursing staff on IV iron protocols, safety measures, and patient monitoring.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and adjust as needed.
• Resource Development:
• Create and distribute educational resources, such as manuals, guidelines, and online modules, to enhance nursing knowledge of IV iron therapy.
• Maintain an up-to-date repository of educational materials and best practices.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to promote an understanding of IV iron therapy across departments.
• Stay Informed:
• Keep abreast of the latest research and developments in IV iron therapy and nursing education.
• Attending relevant conferences and workshops to enhance personal knowledge and skills.
• Conduct activities in line with compliance and regulatory standards.
• Complete the required number of trainings and activities as required per business and territory requirements 

Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Matric
• Medical Science degree or diploma and must be registered with the with South African Nursing Council 

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 12 - 24 months experience in the pharma industry 

SOFT SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Be passionate about educating and mentoring peers
• Have clear communication skills; both verbally and written
• Be a forward thinker with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must have a strong work ethic and compliance mindset
• Have good product knowledge and the ability to develop training material with the correct scientific messaging
• Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with customers and colleagues, through excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong priority setting capabilities, with the ability to use initiative, implement and execute
• Able to manage one’s time effectively and meet all deadlines
• Must have the ability to independently make decisions and effectively problem solve 

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED

• The applicant must be proficient in the Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Teams). Experience with Power BI, Repwise and SSD would be an added advantage. 
• The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s licence and be available to travel as per the requirements of the role. The territory for this role is Pretoria, East Rand, Joburg South, KZN and the Eastern Cape.

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OBJECTIVE OF ROLE

• This role is focused on enhancing the knowledge and skills of nursing staff and HCPs through peer-to-peer discussions, educational programs, and ongoing support regarding intravenous iron therapy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, excellent communication skills, and a passion for educating and mentoring peers.
• In addition to the mentioned objective, the position will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong business relationships with decision makers, such as Infusion Centre Nursing Sisters, Case Managers and other key stakeholders to drive Aspen’s Iron utilization. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Peer Education and Support:
• Facilitate peer-to-peer discussions on IV iron therapy best practices.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to nursing staff on IV iron administration techniques and patient management.
• Curriculum Development:
• Develop and implement educational programs and materials related to IV iron therapy.
• Collaborate with nursing staff within the various wards of hospitals to provide training related to IV Iron.
• Training and Workshops:
• Conduct training sessions, workshops and other tearoom meetings for nursing staff on IV iron protocols, safety measures, and patient monitoring.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and adjust as needed.
• Resource Development:
• Create and distribute educational resources, such as manuals, guidelines, and online modules, to enhance nursing knowledge of IV iron therapy.
• Maintain an up-to-date repository of educational materials and best practices.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to promote an understanding of IV iron therapy across departments.
• Stay Informed:
• Keep abreast of the latest research and developments in IV iron therapy and nursing education.
• Attending relevant conferences and workshops to enhance personal knowledge and skills.
• Conduct activities in line with compliance and regulatory standards.
• Complete the required number of trainings and activities as required per business and territory requirements 

Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Matric
• Medical Science degree or diploma and must be registered with the with South African Nursing Council 

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 12 - 24 months experience in the pharma industry 

SOFT SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Be passionate about educating and mentoring peers
• Have clear communication skills; both verbally and written
• Be a forward thinker with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must have a strong work ethic and compliance mindset
• Have good product knowledge and the ability to develop training material with the correct scientific messaging
• Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with customers and colleagues, through excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong priority setting capabilities, with the ability to use initiative, implement and execute
• Able to manage one’s time effectively and meet all deadlines
• Must have the ability to independently make decisions and effectively problem solve 

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED

• The applicant must be proficient in the Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Teams). Experience with Power BI, Repwise and SSD would be an added advantage. 
• The successful candidate must have a valid driver’s licence and be available to travel as per the requirements of the role. The territory for this role is Pretoria, East Rand, Joburg South, KZN and the Eastern Cape.