Occupational Health Nurse

We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, customer centric individual to join the EHS Central Team at Amaro Foods.

Purpose

Management of the Occupational Health Clinic at Amaro Foods

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTPUTS

• Treatment of minor ailments with unscheduled medication

• Management and implementation of the company’s biological monitoring and medical surveillance program

• Assist with the development of a basic health education programme for workers

• Liaise with suppliers for maintenance and calibration of medical equipment annually

• Perform health evaluations

• Referral of individuals to a medical practitioner for further evaluation if required

• Attendance at the EHS meetings

• Development and implementation of the company hearing conservation program

• COID administration

• Assist with medical assessments in cases of incapacity related to ill health or injury

• Administration of vaccinations

• Prepare and attend audits as required

• Receipt of sick notes and arrange follow-ups if necessary

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Registered Professional Nurse with current SANC registration and annual practising certificate

• Occupational Health Nursing degree or diploma, registered as an additional qualification with SANC

• Dispensing course and authorisation to dispense medication (Section 56 of the Nursing Act 33 of 2005)

• Valid occupational audiometry certificate from an accredited provider

• Valid spirometry certificate

• Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (CPR) certificates

• 3-4 years of occupational health experience

• Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and its regulations (including the Hazardous Chemical Agents, Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and Ergonomics Regulations), COIDA 130 of 1993 and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act

• Computer literate (MS Office)

ADVANTAGEOUS

• FMCG or food manufacturing industry experience

• Knowledge of food safety requirements (e.g. R638, FSSC 22000) and audit experience

• Ergonomics training and Risk Assessments 

• Membership of SASOHN

• Valid driver's license