Assistant Director- Occupational Hygienist Technologists Jobs

Requirements

• A science-based degree in environmental health or an equivalent qualification.
• Registration as a SAIOH Occupational Hygienist Technologist and certification by the SAIOH Certification Committee.
• At least 3 years of appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA in occupational hygiene.
• 2–3 years of appropriate experience, including at least 1–2 years as a Technologist.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993, as amended) and related regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of project management.

Skills

• Good proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Strong skills in writing technical reports.
• Ability to identify potential health hazards and risks, and suggest effective ways to reduce or eliminate them.

Attributes

• Attention to detail, good communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure, an analytical and methodical approach, and strong teamwork abilities.

Duties

• Conduct occupational hygiene surveys, field visits, and inspections to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Perform interviews and collect environmental samples using monitoring equipment.
• Maintain, calibrate, and operate instruments to monitor the work environment. Interpret results and provide recommendations to prevent or control health hazards.
• Prepare written reports that meet professional standards.
• Establish and maintain an integrated Quality Management System (QMS).

Closing Date: 06-02-2026