Ohs Practitioner: Employee Health And Wellness

In brief

**Overview** This document explains the role of an OHS Practitioner: Employee Health And Wellness (Ref No: REFS/057045) within the Human Capital Management Directorate of the Gauteng Department Of Co-Operative Governance And Traditional Affairs. The position is based in Johannesburg and offers a salary of R338,106 per annum, plus benefits. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Monitor and ensure compliance with OHS Act (85 of 1993) & collate reports on SHERQ activities in the department. * Implement OHS Policy, Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993) and related Regulations. * Investigate accidents/incidents and complaints of employees in the workplace. * Coordinate medical screening and functional medical surveillance where necessary. * Review the effectiveness of health and safety measures in the department. * Develop Emergency Response policies, evacuation procedures for drills. * Coordinate Emergency evacuation drills within the department. * Coordinate and facilitate (formal/informal) training for OHS Committee and Representatives. * Conduct awareness (posters, workshops, webinars, pamphlets etc) for target employees e.g. use of safety equipment, fire extinguishers, evacuation chairs and PPE usage. * Develop and implement Emergency Response procedures. * Appoint Emergency Response Team. * Coordinate the appointment of OHS representatives and committee. * Participate in monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health and safety matters. * Establish guidelines that will regulate the functions, responsibilities and administrative aspects of the OHS committee and representatives. * Facilitate and continuously review and update the appointment of the relevant OHS committee members and representatives. * Coordinate the quarterly OHS committee meetings and/or when necessary ensure effective deliberations on OHS matters and implementation of all action plans thereof. * Investigate complaints relating to employee's health and safety matters regarding health and safety at the workplace. * Report all OHS committee functions, resolutions and action plans to appropriate authorities. * Compile reports on inspections, incidents and accident investigations. * Keep record and fill all OHS documents. * Liaise with internal and external stakeholders e.g. municipality, disaster management, SAPS, OHS Committee, Contractors, HOD, Risk Management etc. * Provide documents and information in the compilation of submissions of quarterly & annual reports to DPSA & OOP. * Identify potential hazards and potential major incidents in the college. * Conduct comprehensive Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment at the workplace. * Conduct occupational health and safety/hygiene-related surveys e.g. lighting, ventilation etc. and make recommendations on control measures to be applied. * Organize OHS compliance audits by appropriate authorities (Department of Labour etc on an annual basis). * Undertake routine inspections and observations in respective work areas to monitor compliance with or violation of safety regulations, codes and standards. * Establish Health & Safety inspections sheets and ensure that OHS Representatives (Reps) conduct such inspections on regular basis. * Study, review and initiate appropriate action plans for all hazards and risks identified during OHS Reps inspections. * Investigate all SHERQ-related incidents and accidents at the workplace, report same to relevant authorities, maintain accurate records thereof and initiate appropriate actions to prevent recurrence. * Constantly strive to reduce occupational injuries, accidents and incidents at the workplace. **Requirements (from the original advert)** Applicants must meet the following requirements: * Matric plus NQF Level 6 in Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, or Safety Management. * Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety environment. * Registration with a professional body in either Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH), or South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (SAIOSH). * Knowledge and good understanding of OHS Act (85 of 1993) Legislation and its related regulations. * Knowledge of and the ability to implement directives on EHW, SHERQ, HIV and AIDS in the workplace. * Problem-solving skills. * Analytical skills. * Computer skills. * Interpersonal skills. * Presentation and facilitation skills. * Report writing skills. * A valid driver’s license. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this OHS Practitioner role is an individual who holds a Matric certificate along with an NQF Level 6 qualification in Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety, or Safety Management. They must possess a minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience specifically within an Occupational Health and Safety environment and hold current registration with a relevant professional body (HPCSA, SAIOH, or SAIOSH). Essential competencies include a comprehensive understanding of the OHS Act (85 of 1993) and its related regulations, alongside the ability to implement directives concerning EHW, SHERQ, HIV, and AIDS in the workplace. Strong problem-solving, analytical, computer, interpersonal, presentation, facilitation, and report writing skills are required. A valid driver's license is also mandatory. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-co-operative-governance-and-traditional-affairs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-057045 Source: govpage

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