Job Description

Job Purpose

As our Occupational Medical Practitioner, you'll lead the delivery of high-quality, cost-efficient occupational health and wellness programmes that support the safety, wellbeing, and productivity of our workforce. You'll play a critical role in ensuring compliance with health legislation, managing workplace injuries and illnesses, and advising leadership on health risk mitigation strategies.

Principal Accountabilities

Manage end-to-end recruitment for internal vacancies across SAAT



Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and workforce planning needs



Conduct interviews, shortlist candidates, and facilitate selection processes



Coordinate internal mobility and ensure fair, transparent hiring practices



Maintain accurate records and update recruitment systems



Support onboarding processes and handovers to HR operations



Assist with recruitment reporting and compliance tracking

Qualifications & Experience

MBCHB Degree

OR

Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Medicine or Occupational Health



HPCSA Registration as a Medical Practitioner



Disability Assessment and Management certification



Valid Driver's Licence



Minimum 5 years' experience in occupational health, preferably in heavy-duty or chemical industries

Knowledge and Skills

Advanced knowledge of OHSA, COID, BCEA, Labour Relations Act, and Health Act



Intermediate understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment, and root cause analysis



Familiarity with ISO Management Systems and aviation safety processes would be highly advantageous



Skilled in report writing, stakeholder engagement, and clinical decision-making

Attributes

Advanced communication and coordination skills



Strong leadership and planning capabilities



Proficiency in using medical equipment and enterprise desktop applications



Analytical thinking and understanding of industrial processes



Ability to influence and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Additional Information

You're a qualified medical professional with a passion for workplace health and safety. You bring deep expertise in occupational medicine, a proactive approach to risk management, and the ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation. You're committed to continuous improvement and thrive in a dynamic, technical environment.