Exciting Career Opportunity: Senior Occupational Hygiene Inspector
Reference Number: HR4/4/10/16
Salary: R397,116 per annum
Location: Labour Centre: Mthatha 43, Eastern Cape
Closing Date: 23 June 2025 at 16:00 (for walk-in applications) and 00:00 (for online applications)
About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join the team at the Mthatha Labour Centre as a Senior Occupational Hygiene Inspector. This critical role involves ensuring workplace compliance with health and safety legislation, protecting employee rights, and promoting a culture of safety within the region.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- A Senior Certificate (Matric).
- A 3-year recognized qualification (NQF Level 6, SAQA recognized) in Occupational Hygiene or Environmental Health.
- A valid driver’s license is mandatory.
- Registration with a relevant professional body is advantageous.
Required Knowledge & Skills:
The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, and Unemployment Insurance Act. Essential skills include:
- Excellent planning, organizing, and analytical abilities.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong facilitation, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in conflict handling and problem-solving.
- Computer literacy.
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- Planning and conducting independent inspections to ensure compliance with the OHS Act and its regulations.
- Investigating and finalizing complaints and incidents related to occupational health and safety, including appearing in court as a state witness.
- Confirming employer registration with the UIF and COIDA.
- Planning and executing advocacy campaigns to educate on labour legislation.
- Contributing to regional inspection plans and compiling detailed statistical reports.
Application Process
Enquiries: Ms S Zaula, Tel: (047) 501 5600
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted to:
No 18 Corner of Madeira & Elliot Streets,
Old Manpower Building, Mthatha, 5100
Or by Post to: Labour Centre Operations, Private Bag X5080, Umtata, 5100
Or via Email: [email protected]
Important Application Notes:
- You must use the new Z83 application form (obtainable from www.gov.za/documents). Applications on the old Z83 will not be considered.
- For online applications: The subject line of your email MUST state the job title and reference number (HR4/4/10/16).
- Attach only two documents: the completed Z83 form and your comprehensive CV, combined as one PDF file.
- Ensure all sections of the Z83 form are fully completed, initialled, and signed.
- JPEG or picture format applications will be disqualified.
- Failure to follow these instructions will result in disqualification.
Selection Process
Please note that correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to:
- A pre-entry practical exercise.
- Personnel suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification, and employment verification).
- Submission of certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents.
The Department of Employment and Labour is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Its employment equity plan will inform the employment decision.
Act now! This is your chance to build a meaningful career in public service and make a tangible impact on workplace safety in the Eastern Cape.
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