This vacancy has closed. It closed on 28 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
MEDICAL INSPECTOR
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
- Reference number
- 087
- Salary
- R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package)
- Centre
- Pretoria/ Head Office
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 28 August 2026
- Circular
- No 29 of 2026
Requirements
An appropriate MBCHB Degree and a postgraduate qualification in Occupational Medicine (NQF 10). Registered with the HPCSA. Certificate for entry into SMS. Valid driver's license Plus minimum of 5 years senior/middle management level in Occupational Health/ Medicine and work as an OMP in the mines, Knowledge of: Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act and other occupational health related prescripts, knowledge of the mining sector in South Africa and internationally, Knowledge of policy development techniques, Knowledge of policy analysis processes, Knowledge of international legislation and local legislation and interface with mines’ health regulations, Knowledge of research processes, knowledge of the Occupational Health trends and challenges, Knowledge of the public service legislation Skills: Management of people and finances, Strategic development and implementation, Policy development, Networking skills, presentation and report writing skills, Stakeholder management, Communication skills, Project management skills, General management skills Thinking Demand: Rigorous non-corruption thinking relating in the development and implementation of plans and strategy, Managerial mindset relating to economics, Ability to source or identify sources of credible information from local and international sources.
Duties
Resolve disputes on findings of medical unfitness of mine employees through the appeals process as provided for in the MHS Act. Collect and analyse statistics gathered from Medical Reports. Coordinate and ensure quality assurance of the process to receive and archive mine closure employee medical records. Participate /make inputs in mine health and safety accidents/accident investigations (occupational medicine). Liaise/collaborate with relevant compensation houses with aspects related to compensation. Provide specialist advice/ information regarding HIV/AIDS/TB in the mining industry and liaise with the Department of Health and other relevant organisations dealing with TB/HIV. Manage the Directorate.
Where to send your application
Applicants must be submitted via DMPR E-Recruitment System accessible using the following link: https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za Applications must create a user profile by completing all required personal information and setting up your login credential on DMPR E-Recruitment System. Once registration is complete and logged in to the system, you may browse all vacant positions. Another option is to submit application by post or courier, quoting relevant reference, addressed to: The Director-General, Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, applications may also be hand delivered to Trevenna Campus, corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, former Schoeman. General enquiries may be brought to the attention of Ms T Gumede Tel No: (012) 444- 3319.
Enquiries
Dr. D Mokoboto Tel No: (012) 444 3373
Note
No appointment shall be affected without the recommended candidate producing a Certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) offered by the National School of Government, which can be accessed via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The Candidate will have to disclose her/ his financial Interests.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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