Trade Account Manager
Westfalia Fruit
Occupational Health Practitioner
Westfalia Fruit· Africa
About this role
Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading avocado experts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.
Westfalia Fruit Estate, situated in Limpopo, Tzaneen, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced:
Occupational Health Practitioner
Key Responsibilities:
Primary Health Care
- Diagnose and treat work-related and non-work-related conditions.
- Coordinate chronic disease management.
- Manage incapacity and disability cases and escalate IODs appropriately
- Responsible for stock management
Occupational Health and Safety
- Conduct medical surveillance with accordance to medical surveillance program and matrix.
- Identify and manage workplace hazards.
- Coordinate Health Risk Assessments and support compliance with hearing conservation and health programs.
- Facilitate internal first aid training and replenishment of first aid box.
- Plan and support health awareness campaigns and peer educator training.
Emergency Care & Management
- Attend to first aid and medical emergencies promptly.
- Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are maintained.
- Report and manage IOD-related incidents effectively.
Administrative
- Maintain accurate patient records and reports (monthly/quarterly).
- Manage medical inventory and equipment calibration.
- Perform audits, inspections, and follow-up on findings.
Personal Development
- Participate in training and continuous professional development aligned with a personal development plan.
Education:
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing Sciences (required)
- B.Tech in Occupational Health Nursing (required)
- Valid SANC registration (required)
- Certificates in Audiometry, Spirometry, Vision Screening, HCT (advantageous)
- Dispensing License (required)
- SAMTRAC or similar occupational safety qualification (advantageous)
- Valid Driver’s License (advantageous)
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years general nursing experience and 1 year occupational health nursing experience
- Experience in occupational health services is highly beneficial
Knowledge:
- Understanding of OHS Act, COID Act, BCEA and POPIA
- Workplace hazards, illness and injury management
- Occupational health regulations and safe work procedures
Skills:
- Advanced computer literacy
- Critical thinking and time management
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
- Multitasking and presentation skills
- High attention to patient confidentiality
- Ability to lead, coordinate and work under pressure
Attitudes/Behaviours:
- Team player with a professional work ethic
- Compassionate, empathetic and flexible
- Strong sense of urgency and commitment to continuous improvement
The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package, which comprises a provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid, and an option to structure an annual bonus.
Closing date for applications will be 05 October 2026
NB: Should you not receive correspondence 05 November 2026, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Occupational Health Practitioner position at Westfalia Fruit located?
This Occupational Health Practitioner role at Westfalia Fruit is based in Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Occupational Health Practitioner role at Westfalia Fruit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Occupational Health Practitioner role in the Africa department at Westfalia Fruit.
Which team or department does the Occupational Health Practitioner at Westfalia Fruit belong to?
This Occupational Health Practitioner position is part of the Africa department at Westfalia Fruit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Occupational Health Practitioner job at Westfalia Fruit posted?
This Occupational Health Practitioner position at Westfalia Fruit was posted on Sep 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Occupational Health Practitioner
Westfalia Fruit
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