Job Description

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is seeking to appoint an organized, diligent and dedicated individual to provide strategic direction to ensure applicable measures to maintain responsible and accountable occupational health and safety management within SANBI at both the national and corporate levels and ensure that SANBI complies with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act no. 85 of 1993 and related regulations.

This position requires an advanced diploma or a degree in Occupational Health and Safety Management, Environmental Health or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. A post-graduate qualification in Occupational Health and Safety Management, Environmental Health at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires a minimum of 8 years of work experience in the relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this role: professional registration with South African Institute for Occupational Health and Safety (Saiosh); demonstrate excellent analytical and conceptual abilities; advanced organisational skills; the ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations; problem-solving ability and ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing. The incumbent must have an excellent computer literacy as well as be in possession of a valid Code B (unendorsed) driver's license with one-year practical driving experience as well as be willing to travel.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Develop the safety, health and environmental strategy;
• Develop and implement the Health and safety policy and standards;
• Manage and implement health & safety systems, and manage contractors;
• Manage risk and incident reporting;
• Communicate and manage health and safety training and awareness campaigns; and
• Facilitate Human Capital Development, And Change And Transformation.

Application procedure:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI's authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI's website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Mr Steve Mahlangu on (012) 843 5217 for any queries related to seeking clarity on this position. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications must be submitted via an e-mail to

Postal applications must be addressed to:

Assistant Director: Human Resources
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag X101
Pretoria
0001

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closes: Friday, 1 March 2024
Job type: Permanent
Salary: R811 560.00
Location: Pretoria

ABOUT SANBI

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) contributes to South Africa's sustainable development by facilitating access to biodiversity data, generating information and knowledge, building capacity, providing policy advice, showcasing and conserving biodiversity in its national botanical and zoological gardens.

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