Senior Environmental Health Practitioner

About the role

The Senior Environmental Health Practitioner will lead the delivery of municipal health services in accordance with the National Health Act. This role involves public health education, inspection of environmental health hazards, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Execute Municipal Health Services as defined in the National Health Act, 61/2003.
• Provide health education and public awareness on environmental health nuisances.
• Handle health and safety queries and complaints from the public.
• Conduct inspections, collect and analyse environmental samples.
• Compile and submit detailed reports on inspections.
• Perform general administration duties and any ad‑hoc tasks required by management.

Required profile

• Grade 12 with a National Diploma in Environmental Health (BTech advantageous).
• Valid driver’s licence and registration with the HPCSA as an Environmental Health Practitioner.
• 3‑5 years of relevant experience in environmental health.
• Proven management and leadership abilities, including analytical thinking and communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint.

What we offer

• Salary range R 462 600.00 – R 507 732.00 per annum (Level 05 of a Grade 4 Local Authority).
• Total compensation package inclusive of benefits up to R 679 616.04 per annum.