Johannesburg: Executive Director – Occupational Health

About the Role We are seeking a visionary Executive to lead and oversee an occupational health division. The role provides strategic direction, ensures high-quality occupational health services, manages resources efficiently, and builds strong stakeholder relationships nationally and internationally. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement strategy and operational plans. Lead surveillance, monitoring, and research of occupational diseases. Represent the division at national and international forums. Oversee governance, compliance, and quality management. Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team. Provide policy, technical advice, and guidance to government and industry stakeholders. Ensure effective communication and response to occupational health issues and outbreaks. Requirements MMed / FCPHM qualification, HPCSA-registered Occupational or Public Health Medicine Specialist. 15 years’ experience in occupational/public health, including 5 years in senior management. Advantageous: Management qualification, experience with ILO & WHO OHS guidelines. Attributes Strategic thinker with leadership credibility. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. High personal integrity and ability to inspire teams.