Occupational Health Specialist at Unilever

Main Job Purpose

• To ensure quality health and social well-being of Unilever employees.
• Minimise and possibly eradicate exposure to occupational health diseases on site.

Job Summary

• Implement the OH site work plans and deliver on KPIs
• Ensure OH surveillance is carried out and implement interventions
• Ensure site meets Unilever standards on OH
• Ensure site meets all Government legislation on OH
• Ensure provision of primary health care on site
• Developing and implementing health and safety programs
• Developing wellbeing and disease prevention programs such as exercise, smoking cessation, nutrition programs
• Documenting all employee injuries and tracking illnesses within the workplace
• Observing and assessing the work environment for potential dangers and hazards
• Treating injuries and minor illnesses for employees, including follow-ups and referrals
• Overseeing and implementing emergency and disaster preparedness programs and planning
• Counseling employees on physical and mental health issues and guiding them toward available resources and employee assistance programs
• Monitoring the health status of employees and ensure site lamplighter & HIV/AIDs programmes are implemented
• Conducting research on the effects of hazardous work conditions or workplace exposures

Key Requirements

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine or Nursing (KRCHN)
• Registered with respective council with a valid certificate for 2019
• Diploma /Certificate in Occupational Health
• Certificate in Counselling will be an advantage
• Experience working in a factory/industry setting for at least 1 year