Occupational Medical Practitioner

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Occupational Medical Practitioner Rustenburg, North West, South Africa HSEC

Job ID

OMP/07/2026

Closing date

11/07/2026

Last Updated

03/07/2026

Occupational Medical Practitioner

Rustenburg, Northwest, South Africa

Internal and External advert

Roles and Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for occupational health across multiple operations Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Glencore Health Strategy Assume legal accountability as the appointed Occupational Medical Practitioner (OMP) under MHSA and OHSA Oversee all medical facilities, ensuring high standards of clinical care, governance, and compliance Lead multidisciplinary teams including clinic staff and junior OMPs Drive health risk management programmes, integrating occupational hygiene, medical surveillance, and operational risk Ensure effective medical surveillance systems and fitness-for-work decision-making Oversee management of occupational injuries, diseases, disability, and rehabilitation processes Provide expert input into emergency preparedness and crisis response Engage with regulators and stakeholders, ensuring full statutory compliance and audit readiness Deliver data-driven insights and reporting to executive leadership

Qualifications and Experience

MBChB or equivalent (HPCSA recognised) Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Health (or equivalent) Registered Medical Practitioner with HPCSA Minimum 10 years’ experience in occupational medicine Proven experience in leading occupational health functions and managing medical facilities Extensive exposure to mining, smelting, or heavy industry environments Demonstrated experience in strategic programme implementation and governance Strong track record of regulatory engagement and legal compliance oversight Specialist or advanced qualifications in Occupational Medicine will be advantageous Dispensing licence will be advantageous Emergency/trauma medicine experience will be advantageous Strategic leadership and executive-level decision-making Strong business and commercial acumen Advanced knowledge of MHSA, OHSA, COIDA, ODMWA and related legislation Ability to influence and engage across all organisational levels High ethical standards and sound clinical judgement