About the position
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Occupational Health Practitioner to manage and oversee the Occupational Health Clinic, ensuring the health and well-being of employees through effective occupational health practices, compliance with relevant legislation, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Duties & Responsibilities
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
- Oversee the daily operations of the Occupational Health Clinic and Wellness services in the organisation.
- Supervise and provide guidance to the Occupational Health Team to ensure the delivery of professional occupational and primary healthcare services in line with best practice standards.
- Lead, manage, and develop the occupational health team to achieve performance targets, ensure accountability, and foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Coordinate and implement employee health monitoring programs, including medical surveillance and health screenings.
- Advise Senior Management on occupational health risks, trends, programmes, and interventions to support informed decision-making.
- Coordinate and oversee the implementation of best practice programmes in occupational medicine, environmental health, occupational hygiene, employee wellness, and occupational safety.
- Advise employees and management on occupational health issues and best practices.
- Liaise with internal departments and all employees to promote workplace health initiatives.
- Maintain professional relationships with external contacts, including hospitals, community clinics and other healthcare providers.
- Respond to workplace health incidents and coordinate appropriate medical response and follow-up care.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and reporting requirements.
- Lead the development, review, and implementation of occupational health policies, procedures, and protocols in line with legislation and industry standards.
- Review, consolidate, and submit accurate monthly and ad hoc reports on occupational health activities, trends, and compliance.
- Oversee processes related to incapacity management, fitness-for-work assessments, and programmes such as Hearing Conservation, ensuring consistency and compliance.
Desired Experience & Qualification
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- Qualification in Occupational Health Nursing/Occupational Health (as applicable) and current registration with the relevant professional council (e.g., SANC).
- Minium: Honours Degree in a health related, A Master degree field will be an advantage.
- An added advantage: Certificate in Audiometry and Spirometry.
- Minimum of > 7 years' experience in an occupational health setting, including medical surveillance and clinic operations.
- Proven supervisory/leadership experience.
- Sound knowledge of South African occupational health and safety legislation and reporting requirements.
- Experience in medical surveillance programmes, health risk assessments, and workplace health management.
- Computer literacy and ability to compile clear, accurate reports.
- Valid driver's license (advantageous) and willingness to engage with external service providers.
SKILLS:
- The ability to think strategically and proactively.
- Clinical decision-making and problem-solving ability.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisation skills.
- Report writing and data interpretation.
- Ability and track record of working as part of a busy team and working effectively under pressure to tight deadlines.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
- Stakeholder engagement and advisory capability.
- Conflict management and negotiation skills.
COMPETENCIES:
- Clinical judgement, attention to detail, and a strong ethic of confidentiality.
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholder and across all employee levels.
- Strong communication and advisory skills.
- Planning and organising skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Stakeholder management and service-provider coordination.
