Assistant Director: Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner

In brief

Overview This role is for an Assistant Director: Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner within the South African Department of Correctional Services. What you will do * Facilitate the implementation of OHS as incorporated in the IEHW policy and procedure. * Monitor the compliance of Occupational Health and safety in terms of COID Acts within the region and management area. * Monitor and promote corporate culture of Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality SHERQ in the region. * Facilitate the implementation of corrective measures in order to mitigate SHERQ risks. * Coordinate and facilitate emergency preparedness plan and response procedures within the region. Requirements (from the original advert) * Recognized Degree/National Diploma in Safety Management or relevant qualification. * 3-5 years’ supervisory experience in an Occupational Health and Safety environment. * Computer literate. * Valid driver’s licence. Who should apply The ideal candidate should possess: * Knowledge of OHS Act. * Knowledge of COID Act. * Knowledge of DCS employee occupational health and safety policy and processes. * Knowledge of HR Mandates regarding employee occupational health and safety. * Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. * Knowledge of collective Agreements with regard to employee occupational health and safety. * Information collection, analyses, interpretation, dissemination with regard to performance assessment policies regulations and acts. * Knowledge of COID Act Workman Compensation Act. * Knowledge of Safety standards. * Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act. * Knowledge of DCS Financial Policy regarding claims, expenditure, advances, payments, invoices, etc. * Knowledge of HR Policies related to leave, performance assessment, discipline, grievances, skills development, occupational health and safety, employee wellness, remuneration and allowances, etc. * Knowledge of Project management principles. * Knowledge of PFMA – compilation of budgets, estimation, expenditure and reporting. * The ability to access and interpret required management information. * Communication skills. * Presentation skills. * Decision making skills. * Problem solving skills. * Networking/liaison with stakeholders skills. * Listening skills. * Technical report writing and analytical thinking. * Policy development, analysis, monitoring, evaluation and implementation skills. * Knowledge of DPSA Circulars with regard to employee occupational health and safety. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/assistant-director-occupational-health-and-safety-practitioner-south-african-department-of-correctional-services-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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