HRM/002/2022
The South African National Biodiversity Institute requires a motivated, professional, and responsible team player 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 a degree in Human Resources Management, Health & Safety Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. Honours degree or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. 8 years’ experience in relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).
The successful candidate must have the ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, ability to work independently, and in a diverse team; advanced planning, organizing, negotiation skills, accuracy and attention to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to work with limited supervision are essential; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook)..Registration with Safety Management Professional Council/ Institute The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.
Key Performance Responsibilities 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 risk and incident reporting
- Communicate and manage health and safety training and awareness campaigns
- 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.
Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications must be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za.
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.
Enquiries:
Mr Vusumuzi Mncwango
Cell.: 082 737 2125