Job Description

Gauteng, Heidelberg
We have and exciting opportunity at our Heidelberg Factory for an Occupational Health Nurse.




The Occupational Health Nurse provides workplace health services and compliance support through medical surveillance, injury management, health promotion, and statutory reporting. The role ensures that the manufacturing site meets applicable South African occupational health legislation and supports the well-being and productivity of employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in Nursing + Occupational Health Nursing Qualification Course in Dispensing, Audiometry

EXPERIENCE

3-5 years in Occupational Nursing

KNOWLEDGE

Registration with the South African Nursing Council Dispensing Licence Knowledge of relevant legislation Report Writing Medical screening & surveillance Emergency response Case management & return-to-work coordination Infection control & vaccination programs Documentation & POPIA-aligned confidentiality Understanding of occupational hygiene exposure routes

SKILLS

Attention to detail Stakeholder coordination (Safety, HR, OHS Committee) Communication & counselling skills Ethical and professional conduct Ability to operate independently on a site

1.

PROVISION MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE SERVICES

Conduct baseline pre-employment, periodic, exit medical checks for staff. Assist the doctor with medicals and weekly clinic visits. Report and assist on all injuries on duty and occupational diseases to the compensation commissioner. Medical records should be recorded and signed off. Ensure accurate documentation to enable logical weekly and monthly statistical analysis. Compile stats according to the company requirements.

2. DETERMINATION OF HEALTH CONTROL MEASURES

Monitor work processes and health risk. Evaluate occupational hygiene surveys as well as health trends and provide recommendations regarding the control of health and safety risk exposure. Monitor compliance with recommendations on first aid and emergency preparedness procedures.

3. COORDINATING AND MAINTAINING HEALTH SERVICES

Ensure a continuous supply and availability of supplies, equipment and medication. Ensure compliance and incorporating relevant legislation into health service provision. Compile and maintain database of medical records for employees.

4. PROVISION OF PRIMARY HEALTH SERVICE, COORDINATE HEALTH PROMOTION DRIVES INCLUDING AWARENESS AND EDUCATION

Treat minor ailments and injuries and refer when necessary. Provide care and support for certain diseases. Monitor chronic conditions impacting workers ability to perform their duties. Stabilise emergency case and refer. Ensure health promotion is done in order to prevent disease and change behaviour. Provide awareness and education. Do monthly walk about with safety department.

Please note that if you have not received a response within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

For more information please contact:
Bongi Majozi