The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has opened an exciting opportunity for qualified healthcare professionals by announcing three (3) Occupational Health Practitioner vacancies. These positions are ideal for dedicated practitioners who are passionate about workplace health, safety, and wellness within one of the country’s largest public transport entities.
Why This Opportunity Matters
PRASA plays a crucial role in connecting communities across South Africa. With thousands of employees working in diverse and sometimes high-risk environments, the role of Occupational Health Practitioners becomes vital. These professionals ensure compliance with health legislation, promote wellness programmes, and safeguard the wellbeing of employees in rail operations and administration.
POSITION: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PRACTITIONERS X 3
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION:
To be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and management of the Occupational Health Program, The incumbent will be responsible for the overall implementation of strategies aimed at minimizing occupational health risks with a focus on management of cost, resources and effective of people.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Matric/Grade12 Certificate
- Diploma in General Nursing, Psychiatry, Community nursing and Midwifery
- B tech in Occupational Health
- Valid Driver’s license
- Current and valid registration with South African Nursing Council with Occupational health registered as an additional qualification
- Professional Indemnity Cover
- Current and Valid registration with SASOHN as a member
- Certificates in Audiometry and Spirometry
- Valid registration with SASOHN as an Audiometrist
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAs)
- Health risk analysis
- Respond to medical emergencies
- Compliance with all applicable legislation within the scope of occupational health and those that are in line with Railway requirements
- Accurate document and records management to ensure confidentiality, continuity, accessibility, legibility
- Compliance with all Metrorail/PRASA policies and procedures
- Analysis and monitoring of occupational health exposure trends and development of recommendations controls to reduce such exposures.
- Involvement in design and implementation of health promotion activities including Health Awareness Days, Management of IOD’s and strategies to minimize claims, Depot visits etc.
- Participating in Internal and external Audits
- Medical surveillance – Pre-employment, Pre-placement, Periodic, exit., Post incident medicals and transfer medicals
- Refer all Primary Health Care to the hospital or local clinic
- Have knowledge on HIV/AIDS and chronic illness management including follow-up, counselling, ARV dispensing/arrangement, etc.
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Why Join PRASA?
Working at PRASA provides more than just a job — it offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of South African commuters and employees. Occupational Health Practitioners will play a pivotal role in promoting a safe and healthy workplace while contributing to the broader transformation of the public transport sector.
By joining PRASA, you will:
- Work in a dynamic, impactful environment.
- Gain experience in large-scale occupational health management.
- Be part of a diverse, committed workforce contributing to national development.
Our Conclusion
The PRASA Occupational Health Practitioner vacancies (X3 posts) present a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to apply their expertise in a vital public service organisation. If you are committed to advancing workplace health and safety, this role is an excellent step forward in your career.
CLOSING DATE: 03 SEPTEMBER 2025
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