The City of Johannesburg is offering an exciting opportunity to join its Group SHELA and FCM Branch within Group Corporate and Shared Services. If you’re a qualified occupational health professional with strong leadership and project management skills, this role may be the next step in your career. Apply now before the closing date.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer: | City of Johannesburg |
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| Closing Date: | 04 July 2025 |
| Location: | JD House, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg |
Assistant Director: Occupational Health Projects
Department: Group Corporate and Shared Services
Branch: Group SHELA and FCM
Salary: R53 022.85 per month (basic salary, excluding benefits)
Job Type: Permanent
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric (Grade 12)
- 4-year Comprehensive Nursing Diploma or BA.CUR with Community Nursing Science (NQF Level 7)
- Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
- Dispensing course certificate
- Certificate in HIV/AIDS and TB Management
- Certifications in Spirometry, Audiometry, and Vision
- 6–8 years supervisory experience in occupational health or environmental control
- 5–8 years clinical experience in occupational health
Primary Function:
Manage and coordinate the City’s Occupational Health Projects, medical surveillance programmes, and strategic implementation within departments, regions, and municipal entities.
Key Performance Areas:
- Clinical service functions
- Education and training
- Financial and procedural control
- Performance and personnel management
- Strategic research and data analysis
- Occupational health systems management
Leading Competencies:
- Project and Risk Management
- Clinical and Financial Management
- Leadership and Team Management
- MS Office proficiency
- Effective Communication and Report Writing
Core Competencies:
- HR policies and labour legislation
- Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Municipal Finance Management Act
- Compensation of Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
- Health-related policies and protocols
How to Apply
Only online applications will be accepted.
Apply Online Here: City of Johannesburg Careers Page
Or visit: www.joburg.org.za
Enquiries:
Contact Person: Reuben Mawela
Tel: 083 702 7649
Note: If you don’t receive a response within six (6) weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates will undergo risk checks, including credit, employment, criminal, and identity verifications.