Occupational Hygienist/ Technologist

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Key Requirements: 

• A valid driver’s license and own car is a requirement. 
• Registered as an Occupational Hygienist (ROH) or Technologist (ROHT) with SAIOH for 2026 (Prerequisite for the position).
• Holder of a certificate in Intermediate Mine Environmental Control (Prerequisite for the position).
• Applicants should hold a valid Legal Knowledge certificate as required by the Department of Employment and Labour.
• Embedded knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations as well as the Mine Health & Safety Act and Regulations.
• Applicants should hold a valid SAIOH Ethics Certificate.
• Applicants must have appropriate experience in occupational hygiene measurement techniques and sampling strategies and experience in performing various occupational hygiene surveys (i.e., illumination, noise, ergonomics assessments, ventilation, hazardous chemical agent exposure, vibration etc.).
• Monitoring and measurement experience within different types of industries and mines is essential.
• The applicant must have good communication and report writing skills and the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• We have a Asbestos Analysis Laboratory and conduct services for clients to comply with the Asbestos Abatement Regulations. Experience in this regard will be advantageous.

Expectations

• Undertake workplace surveys and evaluating environmental situations in the workplace.
• Assessing risks to health arising from many different factors, such as chemical, biological, noise, ergonomics, radiation, asbestos, thermal stressors, lighting and ventilation, etc.
• Accurately measuring and sampling levels of exposure, often through precise use of specialist equipment.
• Accurately recording facts or details from the workplace.
• Recommend remedial control methods.
• Compiling data, write reports, and present reports for review and approval.
• Keep up to date with scientific and legal developments.
• Maintenance of equipment and facilities. 

• Assist in mentoring and upskilling of junior staff and reviewing of their reports.
• Assist in mentoring and upskilling of junior staff and reviewing of their reports.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of SANS 17020 and related documents.
• The successful candidate may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as and when required as assigned by Management.

 

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