ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER

                    Salary: (C5) R213,918.57- R232,673.21 (Plus applicable benefits)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

·         National Diploma in Environmental Health.

·         A B-Tech degree in Environmental Health will be an added advantage

·         Be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa

·         A minimum of 2-3 years experience in the Environmental Health field

·         Proficient in computer (MS Word, PowerPoint, MS EXCEL, MS ACCESS).

·         A valid driver’s license code B.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

·         Water Quality Monitoring

·         Food Control

·         Waste Management

·         Health Surveillance of Premises

·         Surveillance and Prevention of Communicable diseases excluding immunization

·         Vector Control

·         Environmental Pollution Control

·         Disposal of the Dead

·         Chemical Safety

·         Attend to all Municipal Health Services complaints received, investigate the same and provide solutions accordingly

·         Scrutinize Building Plans in accordance with the Building Standards and Regulations

·         Implementation of Municipal Health Services projects as enshrined in the municipality’s Service Delivery and Budgetary Implementation Plan

·         Enforce all Municipal Health Services legislation including bylaws and policies of the municipality

·         To perform other responsibilities that you may be requested to undertake as per instructions from line managers and other managers in the municipality

·         Prepare reports as require   

Enquiries should be directed to the Acting Executive Director: Social and Development Planning Mr. M.W. Dlamini 039- 834 1317.  No faxed or e-mailed applications will be accepted.