Environmental Health Practitioner /SNR EHP

Central Karoo District Municipality

Contract
Permanent
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date
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In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of an Environmental Health Practitioner / Senior EHP for the Central Karoo District Municipality. The municipality is located in the Karoo, with its main office in Beaufort West, and oversees three local municipalities: Laingsburg, Prince Albert, and Beaufort West. The role is full-time and falls under the Environment Health and Safety field, located in the Western Cape. **What you will do** The core function of this role is to provide Municipal Health Services within the designated area, adhering to the Health Act, 2003 (Act 61 of 2003), organizational policies, statutory requirements, and the Scope of Practice for an Environmental Health Practitioner. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma/Degree in Environmental Health. * Between 5 - 8 years relevant experience required. * Minimum 2-3 years supervisory experience. * Successful completion of the compulsory one-year community service. * Proof of current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Practitioner. * Valid Code B Driver’s license with own reliable vehicle. * Excellent communication skills in at least two of the three languages of the Western Cape Province. * Computer literacy. * Excellent analytical, interpersonal and project management skills. * Ability to function independently and effectively in stressful situations. * Good facilitation and presentation skills. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a National Diploma or Degree in Environmental Health, coupled with 5-8 years of relevant experience, including 2-3 years in a supervisory capacity. Applicants must have completed their compulsory one-year community service and be currently registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Practitioner. A valid Code B Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are essential. The ideal candidate will be computer literate, able to function independently and effectively under stress, and demonstrate excellent communication skills in at least two of the Western Cape's three languages. Strong analytical, interpersonal, project management, facilitation, and presentation skills are required. Key competencies expected include communication, planning and organising, analytical skills, interpersonal relationships, attention to detail, coaching and mentoring, and team orientation. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/environmental-health-practitioner-snr-ehp-central-karoo-district-municipality-2 Source: myjobmag

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Job description

- The Central Karoo District Municipality is situated within the Karoo with its base in Beaufort West. It comprises three local municipalities, namely Laingsburg, Prince Albert and Beaufort West Municipalities. Environmental Health Practitioner /SNR EHP ------------------------------------------ * Job Type Full Time * Qualification Bachelors , National Diploma * Experience 5 - 8 years * Location Western Cape * Job Field Environment Health and Safety CORE FUNCTION * To render a Municipal Health Service as defined in the Health Act, 2003 (Act 61 of 2003) in his/her responsible area, according to organizational policies and statutory requirements, read in conjunction with the Scope of Practice of an Environmental Health Practitioner. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE * National Diploma/Degree in Environmental Health. * Between 5 - 8 years relevant experience required * Minimum 2-3 years supervisory experience  Successful completion of the compulsory one-year community service.  Proof of current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Practitioner  Valid Code B Driver’s license with own reliable vehicle  Successful completion of Peace Officer training will serve as an advantage to applicants.  Ability to function independently and effectively in stressful situations.  Excellent communication skills in at least two of the three languages of the Western Cape Province * Computer literacy * Excellent analytical, interpersonal and project management skills * Ability to function effectively in stressful situations. * Good facilitation and presentation skills. KEY COMPETENCIES * Communication * Planning and Organising * Analytical Skills * Interpersonal Relationships * Attention to Detail * Coaching and Mentoring * Team Orientation Check how your CV matches this job Method of Application ------------------------- Applications, on the official application form of the Council, which can be obtained from the Municipal Website (www.skdm.co.za), must be submitted as follows: MAIL/IN-PERSON: MRS B KOOPMAN - ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER, Private Bag X560, Beaufort West, 697 APPLICATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY CERTIFIED COPIES OF QUALIFICATIONS AND DRIVER’S LICENSE. Interested and qualified? Go to Central Karoo District Municipality on www.skdm.co.za to apply Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.

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