Occupational Health Manager - Chemical & Manufacturing Sector

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A leading company in the chemical & manufacturing industry is looking for a highly skilled Occupational Health Manager to lead its occupational health programs and drive compliance with health & safety regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health Nursing or related field
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) & SASOHN
• Qualified in Spirometry, Audiometry, and Occupational Vision Screening
• Legal Dispensing Certificate (in line with Medicines Act 101 of 1965)
• Strong understanding of OHSA, COIDA, SANS 10083, & Pharmacy Act
• Experience in incident investigations, risk assessments, and compliance auditing
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• 5+ years’ experience in Occupational Health within a chemical/manufacturing industry
• 3+ years in incapacity management & disability case handling

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Occupational Health & Wellness Management – Leading employee health programs in an industrial setting
• Regulatory & Legal Compliance – Deep knowledge of OHSA, COIDA, Medicines Act, and ISO health standards
• Risk & Exposure Assessment – Conducting workplace health surveys & hazard identification
• Incident & Emergency Response – Managing medical crises, injury management & health risks
• Medical Surveillance & Data Analysis – Tracking employee health trends for risk mitigation
• Workforce Rehabilitation & Fitness for Duty Assessments – Supporting employees returning to work
• Budget & Resource Management – Managing medical center budgets, contracts, & stock control
• Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration – Engaging with HR, SHERQ, regulatory bodies, and external medical professionals