Permanent
Occupational Health Assistant - VKB Landbou, VKB Head Office, Reitz
VKB Group
Unknown, Free State
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About this role
Employer: VKB Group
Introduction to the VKB Group The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.
Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.
This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.
Our purpose
Touch lives – for the better: We always aim to make a positive impact in people’s lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry. And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.
Values
We live by five important values:
We are HUMBLE
We acknowledge that we are blessed
We are HUNGRY
We do not settle for mediocre
We are BOLD
We do what is right, even if it scares us
We are SMART
We consider our words and actions
We are TEAM PLAYERS
No-one can do this alone
Our legacy
For the Love of the Land: We do it all for our legacy and the love of nature, people, country, sustainability and progress.
Job Description
The Occupational Health Assistant provides clinical, technical, logistical, and administrative support within the Occupational Health service. The role ensures the efficient delivery of medical surveillance services, the safe handling and maintenance of equipment and vehicles, and the accurate execution of occupational health screening and reporting functions.
Job requirements
+ Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
+ Valid driver’s licence (Code B or higher)
+ Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
+ Willingness to undergo training in Audiometry, Vision, and Spirometry testing
+ Experience in a healthcare, clinic, or occupational health environment will be an advantage
+ Experience in medical screening or field-based work will be an advantage
+ Experience driving and maintaining a company vehicle will be an advantage
Duties and responsibilities
+ Drive and manage the Occupational Health vehicle, including daily checks, servicing coordination, and general maintenance
+ Assist with Audiometry, Vision (Keystone), and Spirometry testing
+ Support the OHNP during occupational health medical examinations
+ Manage and maintain occupational health equipment, ensuring calibration and functionality
+ Assist with biological waste management and collection coordination
+ Support stock control, stock takes, and ordering of medical supplies
+ Capture and update medical records and assist with reporting and data entry
+ Ensure accurate and confidential handling of all occupational health information
Skills and Abilities required
+ High attention to detail and accuracy
+ Responsibility and accountability in managing equipment and vehicles
+ Strong organisational and time management skills
+ Ability to work independently and under supervision
+ Professional communication and teamwork
+ Integrity and confidentiality in handling medical data
+ Willingness to learn and develop new clinical skills
Working Conditions
+ Field-based role with regular travel to client sites
+ Exposure to occupational health and clinical environments
+ May require early starts and occasional extended working hours
Other Information
+ The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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+ VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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