
Senior Employee Health And Wellness Practitioner
Salary or stipendR413 001 per annum (Level 08)
The Department of Water And Sanitation is looking for a Senior Employee Health And Wellness Practitioner. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/166, page 141
- Reference number
- 131126/20
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 13 November 2026
- Job level
- 08
- Centre
- Kimberley
- Directorate
- Water and Sanitation Service Management: NC
What you will need
- A relevant NQF level 6 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Socal Work/Industrial Psychology/ Psychology.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
- Knowledge and understanding of policy implementation, monitoring, and evaluation principles.
- Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
- Problem solving and analysis.
- Creativity and cultural awareness.
- Knowledge of programme coordination and facilitation.
- Good initiative skills.
- Computer skills.
- Understanding of employee wellness programme design.
- Knowledge of principles and practices for designing and implementing workplace wellness initiatives.
- Understanding of health and wellness policies, including regulatory compliance e.g.
- OHSA, EHWP guidelines).
- Knowledge of Public Health and Occupational Health principles.
- Understanding of key health issues e.g. mental health, chronic illness, 142 substance abuse) in the workplace.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Understands and responds to employee needs, providing accessible and effective wellness services.
Experience
Three years' experience in Employee Health and Wellness environment.
Skills and competencies
- Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
- Good initiative skills.
- Computer skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
Key responsibilities
- Implement employee wellness programmes, policies, and strategies.
- Support the implementation of chronic diseases programmes.
- Coordinating health and wellness awareness activities.
- Coordinate sports and recreational programme.
- Execute administrative duties related to the wellness programme.
Additional details
- Grade: National
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mr MJ Moletsane
- Telephone: (053) 830 8800

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