
Senior Occupational Health And Safety Officer
Salary or stipendR413 001 per annum
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries And The Environment is looking for a Senior Occupational Health And Safety Officer. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng Department Of Health.
Source: DPSA Circular 40 of 2026Post 40/19, page 18
- Reference number
- CMS56/2026
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng Department Of Health
- Closing date
- 23 November 2026
- Centre
- Bisho, Eastern Cape
What you will need
- National Diploma (NQF6) in Occupational Health and Safety or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
- Registration with a relevant OHS body with a certificate from SAIOSH/SACPCMP and must have SAMTRAC.
- Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and Regulations
- Code of Practice of South African National Standard and related prescripts and National Building Regulations.
- Understanding of project management, financial management, supply Chain Management legislation.
- Good communication (verbal and written), problem solving skills, report writing skills, organising and planning skills.
- Good analytical thinking.
- Good computer literacy and use of standard packages.
- Ability to gather and analyse information.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Willingness to travel long distances and spend time away from home.
Experience
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety.
Professional registration
Registration with a relevant OHS body with a certificate from SAIOSH/SACPCMP and must have SAMTRAC.
Skills and competencies
- Good communication (verbal and written), problem solving skills, report writing skills, organising and planning skills.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct safety inspections to enforce health and safety regulations within the Departmental facilities.
- Compile reports to provide recommendations for injury/illness prevention and corrective actions to ensure compliance at the sites.
- Compile health and safety files and ensure that they updated accordingly.
- Conduct incidents investigations and determine mitigation measures needed for OHS interventions.
- Compile and maintain safety-related records.
- Conduct workplace risk assessments, incident registers, monthly registers, and OHS 19 related statistics.
- Coordinate emergency evacuation drills and assist in emergency preparedness for the workplace.
- Coordinate Regional OHS quarterly committee meetings.
- Develop, coordinate and implement Occupational Health and Safety education and training to enable preparedness for hazards and risks.
- Develop and review applicable Occupational Health and Safety applicable Statutory Standards, Policies and Procedures for the Departmental facilities.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mr H Rapelego
- Telephone: (012) 399 8532

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