Occupational Health Manager - Chemical & Manufacturing Sector

Recruiter:

Fempower

Job Ref:

2597754358

Date posted:

Friday, March 21, 2025

Location:

Kempton Park, South Africa

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

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