IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”.
Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:• MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) or equivalent recognised medical qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Medicine / Occupational Health (Diploma or Master’s Degree).
Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:• At least 3–5 years’ experience in occupational health within mining or heavy industry.
• At least 5–8 years’ experience working as a registered Occupational Medical Practitioner in mining or heavy industry.
• Proven experience managing medical surveillance programmes and occupational health risks.
• Experience with incapacity, disability, and return-to-work cases
• Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), relevant Codes of Practice, and occupational health legislation.
• Strong clinical assessment, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary health, safety, and operations teams
• Strong clinical judgement and ethical practice.
• Excellent reporting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary HSE team.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:Medical Surveillance & Assessment:• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, exit, medical examinations
• Perform fitness-to-work and risk-based medical assessments
• Detect and manage occupational diseases or health impairments early
• Provide early intervention and referral where necessary.
• Oversee Heat Tolerance Screening (HTS) and specialized medical programs.
• Provide recommendations to reduce workplace health risks
Implement and monitor programs such as: • Heat stress management
• Medical surveillance programs
• Occupational hygiene integration
• Maintain accurate medical records and confidential health data
Health Monitoring & Management:• Identify and monitor health trends across the workforce.
• Manage ill health and occupational disease cases, including referral, treatment planning, and follow-up
• Participate in biological and medical risk assessments and surveillance programmes
Workplace Health Promotion
• Provide health promotion, education, and counselling related to occupational hazards.
• Participate in Workplace Health and Safety risk assessments and committees
Advisory & Strategic Support
• Advise mine management on occupational health risks and mitigation strategies.
• Advise on incapacity, disability management, and return-to-work recommendations.
• Support disability management, incapacity processes, and return-to-work programmes.
• Participate in Health & Safety Committee meetings.
Clinical services and Health Promotion
• Manage chronic conditions affecting fitness to work
• Provide emergency medical care and stabilization when required
• Provide employee wellness education and awareness programmes.
• Support HIV, TB, and chronic disease management initiatives.
Ensure compliance with:
• Mine Health and Safety Act
• Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Implement company medical standards and codes of practice
• Participate in audits and inspections
Manage staffing availability for the clinic (leave plans, filling vacancies etc.)
• Lead and manage daily operations of the Occupational Health Centre
• Supervise and support medical staff (nurses, technicians, HTS assistants)
• Ensure adequate staffing, scheduling, and performance management
• Manage patient flow, service delivery efficiency, and waiting times
• Ensure availability and maintenance of medical equipment and facilities
• Oversee infection prevention and control standards
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives within the OHC
• Develop and manage the OHC budget
• Monitor expenditure and cost control (medical consumables, services, equipment)
• Approve procurement and motivate for sole-source suppliers where required
• Ensure efficient use of resources without compromising quality of care
On-line applications to be forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.
Closing date: 12 March 2026
Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women.
Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful.
