New 2026 Government Jobs: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONER (HRM)

Job Title	New 2026 Government Jobs: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONER (HRM)
Company	DPSA Government
Job Reference	2026/244
Category	Government
Location	Cape Town, ZA
Employment Type	Full Time
Date Posted	2026-06-14T22:50
Closing Date	2026-06-29T00:49
Status	Open for Applications
Salary	ZAR 320147 - 413001 per year

EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONER (HRM) - Job Description

Introduction for New 2026 Government Jobs: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONER (HRM)

The New 2026 Government Jobs: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONER (HRM) Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively, will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidates from the unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

HIV/AIDS and TB management: Mainstream HIV/AIDS and TB into the core
functions of the department; Provide education, awareness and prevention
programmes. Plan and conduct regular Health screenings. Distribution of
wellness information material and articles. Health and Productivity
Management Services: Coordinate Disease Management & Chronic illnesses
awareness and education sessions, workshops; Support the department with
incapacity cases. Organize Mental Health information sessions and distribution
of articles on a regular basis. Liaise and make referrals to Mental Health
institutions when required. Occupational Health and Safety Management:
create awareness on occupational safety behaviour and provide information
related to Injury on duty. Wellness management: Promote work life balance for
employees. Provide support to Individuals through Wellness intervention
(Psychosocial). Provide counselling to individual employees and their
immediate family members. Conduct group counselling sessions for e.g.
debriefing or trauma. Provide management with feedback through progress
reports on referred cases while maintaining confidentiality. Support and advice
managers on handling employees experiencing wellness related challenges.
Promote individual Physical Wellness by encouraging sports activities. Plan
and conduct retirement sessions. Facilitate and assist in the Medical Health
Surveillance of employees placed in a hazardous environment.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) / National
diploma/ Degree in Social Science or Behavioural related qualification.
Registration with professional bodies such as SACSSP and HPCSA. Relevant
years of experience in the field. Willing to adapt work schedule in accordance
with professional requirements Knowledge of Employee health and wellness
practices, knowledge and understanding of HIV as a developmental issue,
specialized knowledge of counselling, people management and
empowerment, client orientation and customer focus, Structure and functioning
of the Department and the sector. Language proficiency, effective
communication, presentation skills, general management and organizational
skills, interpretation of policies, ability to undertake research/gather
information, ability to work independently. A valid driver’s license and
willingness to travel is essential.