environmental health practitioner grade 1, Ref No. MPDOH/APR/26/174

Apply for environmental health practitioner grade 1 at department of department of health. Closing date 2026-05-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of health

Directorate: environmental health / sherq

Province: mpumalanga

Reference: MPDOH/APR/26/174

Closing Date: 2026-05-13

Salary: R413,121 - R472,359

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 30

Centre: Mapulaneng Hospital (Ehlanzeni District)


Minimum Qualification

Appropriate qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) that allows registration with the HPCSA as an Environmental Health Practitioner

Experience Required

Entry Level (Post-Community Service) in Environmental Health and Occupational Safety

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and SHERQ frameworks
  • Proficiency in environmental health hygiene and disease surveillance
  • Ability to analyze water and food samples accurately
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and presentation skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and attention to detail
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Requirements

  • SA Qualified: None after registration with the HPCSA (inclusive of completed Community Service)
  • Foreign Qualified: One (1) year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Manage Waste Management protocols, ensuring proper handling and monitoring of general and healthcare risk waste
  • Oversee Safety Health Environment Risk and Quality (SHERQ) management within the facility
  • Monitor water quality through sample collection and results analysis
  • Execute food control measures including premises inspection, food sampling, and staff training
  • Coordinate vector control and pest management programmes
  • Participate in disease surveillance as part of the outbreak response team and investigate outbreaks
  • Monitor environmental health indicators and provide comprehensive reports to management
  • Conduct occupational hygiene surveillance and pollution control activities.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R413121 - R472359 per annum

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Reference No:

MPDOH/APR/26/174

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: MPDOH/APR/26/174
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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