ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER X4

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER X4

• Permanent
• Task Grade: 11 (Subject to Job Evaluation results)
• Annual Basic Salary: (R 405 175,50 – R 525 942,27) excluding benefits
• Position to be stationed in Mthatha, Eastern Cape
• Reporting Structure: The post reports to the Chief Environmental Health Practitioner.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Environmental Health
• Degree in Environmental Health will be an added advantage
• Code B Driving License
• Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa
• Computer Literate
• Peace Officer Certificate will be an added advantage
• Customer Care Certificate will be an added advantage
• 2 years’ experience in the field of Environmental Health or equivalent

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitoring water quality and availability, including mapping of water sources and enforcing laws and regulations related to water quality management.
• Ensure food safety in respect of acceptable microbiological and chemical standards, quality of all food for human consumption and optimal hygiene control.
• Waste management and general hygiene monitoring.
• Health surveillance of premises and ensure compliance with prescribed legislation.
• Surveillance and prevention of communicable diseases, excluding immunization.
• Vector control monitoring.
• Environmental pollution control through ensuring hygienic working, living and identifying polluting agents
• Monitor practices in relation with Disposal of the Dead (exhumations, monitor practices at cemeteries and crematoria) and inspection of funeral undertakers.
• Chemical safety monitoring
• Health education and awareness.

TAKE NOTE:

• The e-recruitment system which is accessible at https://recruit.ortambodm.co.za / www.ortambodm.gov.za
• The e- Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date.
• Certified copies of qualifications, CV, ID Copy and a brief covering letter stating the position applying for. Failure to UPLOAD the documents listed above will result in disqualification.
• NB!UPLOAD clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word. Only Submit your CV on the UPLOAD CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver’s License and other documents. The application format will make provision for the candidate to UPLOAD supporting documents.
• The Municipality is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Municipality shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)
• Verification of qualifications, driver’s license, credit checks, security vetting and any other checks may be conducted to all shortlisted candidates in line with the relevant legal framework.
• Recommended candidates may undergo Competency Based Assessment.
• The incumbent will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement, and disclosure of financial interest.
• When an applicant has not been notified of the results within three (03) months or (90) days from the closing date, an applicant should regard his/her application as unsuccessful.
• The Council reserves the right Not to continue with the interviews and appointments if the Council feels there are no suitable candidates could be found.
• Canvassing of Councillors/ Management is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
• For any enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the Corporate Services Department on the following telephone numbers: 047 531 6400 ask 6673, 6669,6670 and 6735.

CLOSING DATE: 12 MARCH 2026