Company Description

Join us as an Auxiliary Nurse and be responsible and assist with medical nursing support to employees and to maintain occupational health standards.

You’ll look after our most important resource. Our people.

Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.

Job Description

You have the direct responsibility to carry out Nursing duties which will include monitoring patients in a timely manner, ensuring triaged is performed and that results are communicated with the Professional nurse as well as conducting vitals on all patients prior to referring to the professional nurse.

More of your responsibilities will include:

• Providing wound care and assisting the nurses and doctors with clinical procedures
• Providing wellness related duties, presenting at mine sites as per roster and conducting wellness inductions
• Ensuring wellness investigations such as HCT, Weight, blood is captured correctly and that wellness assets are managed correctly as per the procedures
• Carrying out occupational related duties will include vision, audio, spirometry and urine tests as well as allocating triage clients correctly
• Assisting with check in of clients at reception, ensuring all activities are captured correctly on the system and ensuring that you track and monitor DOTS programme
• Managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, understand and deliver on their operational needs, and identify and resolve issues timeously
• Contribute to the broader business by working with other leaders and teams in such a way that it optimises the overall business results

Qualifications

• Registered with SANC as Assistant Nurse
• Certified in Audiometry and Eye testing
• Certificate as Lung function operator
• AA plc Safety & Risk Management: A2
• Valid Driver’s License
• Knowledge of ARV will be an advantage
• Knowledge of TB management will be an advantage

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in mining

Additional Information

• Knowledge of nursing processes, procedures, and techniques
• Understanding of safety management, behavioural safety and risk management framework, procedures, and systems
• Good understanding of the related health care policies and procedures
• Abreast of current medical standards and trend

Who We Are

We’re a company that promotes an environment that inspires innovation, where people have a shared sense of purpose. Skills, experience, creativity, and agility underpin our ability to grow and thrive. This means building a diverse team of high-performing individuals who operate our sites safely, effectively and cost efficiently. Our people focus is centered on acquiring, developing and retaining the talent we need to take our business forward, safely and sustainably.

What We Offer

When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But people want more out of their jobs than financial benefit alone. Being able to work with thought leaders, opportunities for development, strong values and a sound organisational culture all contribute significantly to a compelling employee value proposition.

Inclusion and Diversity

True diversity is about more than being an equal opportunities employer. It is about bringing out the best in people for the good of our business, its partners, and especially our employees. We’re committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where people are valued and respected for who they are and know exactly what value they bring to the table.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing Date: 14/11/2023