Occupational Medicine Specialist

Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12. Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa 129 as a specialist in Occupational Medicine having passed the necessary examinations of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa and recognised as a Fellow in the College of Public Health Medicine (Occupational Medicine). Current HPCSA Registration Grade 1: No experience required. Registrars who have completed their training may also apply on condition that their appointment will be subject to them submitting documentary evidence of registration with the Health Professions of South Africa, as stated in the Minimum Requirements above. Grade 2: In addition to the requirements for a grade 1 Specialist post a minimum of 5 years relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Occupational Medicine is required for appointment as a Grade 2 Specialist Grade 3: In addition to the requirements for a grade 1 Specialist post a minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Occupational Medicine is required for appointment as a Grade 3 Specialist Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies: Sound knowledge and experience in Occupational Medicine. Experience of working in a healthcare facility that deals primarily with Occupational Medicine. Knowledge of current health and public service legislation, including relevant legislation relating to occupational health and compensation, regulations and policies including medical ethics, epidemiology and statistics. Good Communication, leadership, decision-making and clinical skills. Ability to teach junior doctors and participate in continuing professional development

Key Responsibilities

Key Performance Areas: Develop and implement the annual strategy and operational plan aligned. Drive sustainable growth by maintaining a robust pipeline of occupational health projects. Oversee the development and strengthening of provincial Occupational Health system with Provincial. Ensure the provision of accurate, comprehensive data to the Department of Health. Contribute to provincial strategies for occupational disease management. Promote innovative, evidence-based research in occupational and environmental health. Identify and manage research programmes aligned with provincial and global public health priorities. Oversee dissemination of scientific findings through publications, conferences, and policy briefs. Ensure compliance with national and international public health regulations and standards. Build and maintain strong relationships with government institutions, industry, labour organisations, academic institutions, WHO, and other partners. Provide technical advice, operational research, and capacity building support to provincial, provincial, and local government department districts. Represent department on specialist committees and forums. Oversee all operational functions, ensuring effective delivery of occupational health services, research, training, and technical support. Ensure robust quality management systems and adherence to all quality assurance standards. Implement sound governance, accountability mechanisms, and responsible resource management. Build, lead, and mentor a high performing multidisciplinary team. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, diversity, and continuous professional development. Support training and development of occupational health professionals across the province. Ensure effective communication and guidance during occupational disease outbreaks. Communicate priorities, achievements, and scientific insights to stakeholders, policymakers, and the public.

How to Apply

Enquiries

DR N Dlamini Tel No: 033 395 2902

Notes

Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialed and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose all 130 information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience). Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the post. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA. Applicants are to provide proof when they have been shortlisted for interviews. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for quoting the relevant reference number. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. CLOSING DATE : 12 June 2026 DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Provincial Treasury is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups.