SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA)

 

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) is the National Medicines Regulatory Authority established in terms of the Medicines and Related Substances Act, 101 of 1965, as amended, to monitor, evaluate, regulate, investigate, inspect, register and control medicines, schedule substances, clinical trials and medical devices, including IVDs, and related matters in the public interest. 

 

 

 

RADIATION INSPECTOR 

(FIXED TERM CONTRACT: UNTIL 31 MARCH 2028) 

SALARY: R 821 261.00 – R 992 542.00 PER ANNUM (TOTAL COST TO COMPANY) 

Market-related salary will be determined by the years of experience (Grade 1 – Grade 2) 

Ref No.: SAHPRA 15 of 2026/27 

CENTRE: DURBAN 

 

REQUIREMENTS: ● Matric or Grade 12 certificate and a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Medical Physics * Professional registration with HPCSA * Valid driver’s licence is essential. 

 

EXPERIENCE:

Grade 1: A minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Medical Physicist Intern. Must hold a valid registration with the HPCSA (2026/2027) as a Medical Physicist. Demonstrated knowledge of SAHPRA’s statutory regulations relating to the medical use of ionising radiation. 

Grade 2: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Medical Physicist in Radiation Oncology, and/or Nuclear Medicine, and/or Diagnostic Radiology. The candidate must have working knowledge of, and practical experience with, relevant national legislation and applicable international standards. 

 

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, protocols, standard operating procedures, and work instructions. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Proven ability to manage and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Strong problem-solving, research, and team-building skills, with a high level of attention to detail. 

Demonstrated capability in information evaluation, sound decision-making, and objective judgment. Resilient, assertive, and committed to ethical conduct and customer service excellence. Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, negotiation, conflict management, and presentation), supported by strong interpersonal abilities. Effective planning, organising, and team management skills. Proficient in MS Office. Aptitude tests will be conducted. 

 

DUTIES: ● Operations and processes of the sub-unit: Plan and perform inspections in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Act, related regulations and code of practice * Ensure enforcement of related regulations to non-compliant licence holders * Prepare formal reports of your findings during inspections * Attend to queries related to radiation control inspectorate sub-unit * Assist in ensuring accuracy and improvement of the database of the subunit. 

● Performing inspections: Participate in inspection activities involving high-risk electronic generators of ionising radiation, such as linear accelerators, cyclotrons, industrial radiography etc * Perform radiation safety measurements to ensure regulatory compliance of licence holders in accordance with national regulations and codes of practice * Verification of quality control tests from licence holders’ equipment as prescribed by national standards. 

● Management of incident reporting : Receive and investigate incidents and accidents as reported by licence holders * Receive and investigate occupational radiation overexposures from licence holders as supplied by approved dosimetry laboratories * Provide analyses and reports in accordance with standard procedures and prescribed format * Ensure international standards are maintained in managing the radiation protection processes. 

●Management of risks and audit queries: Developing and implementing guidelines, codes of conduct and standard operating procedures * Participate in offering advices and training/workshop to industry stakeholders related to the sub-unit * Participate in national and/or international collaboration related to regulatory function under the guidance of Deputy Manager and Senior Management * Receive and respond to various queries received by the sub-unit in accordance with query management standard procedure. 




 

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS (HOW TO APPLY): 

·       Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications, clearly indicating the title of the position and the reference number. Applications must include a signed cover letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the names and email addresses of three (3) referees, and certified copies of the required qualifications (including matric). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview date, as communicated by Human Resources. 

·       Should you have a foreign qualification, your application must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate (report) from the SAQA. 

·       Incomplete applications or applications without the aforementioned documents or information will not be considered. 

·       No late applications will be accepted. Any submissions received after the closing date and time will not be considered. 

·       Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, should consider their application unsuccessful. 

·       Shortlisted candidates will be expected to attend selection interviews on a specific date, time, and location as communicated by SAHPRA. 

·       Applicants should note that pre-suitability checks will be conducted after they have been shortlisted. Their appointment is subject to positive outcomes from these checks, which include security clearance, verification of qualifications, criminal records, credit checks, citizenship status, and work experience. 

·       SAHPRA is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. When filling vacant positions, the entity will consider the principles outlined in Section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Act 108 of 1996, and the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and indicate their disability status, which will be appreciated. 

·       SAHPRA reserves the right not to appoint any candidate to the advertised post. 

·       SAHPRA adheres to the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 4 of 2013. CVs will not be returned, as the personal information you provide will be used solely for recruitment purposes, specifically for the position or vacancy you have applied for. If your application is unsuccessful, your personal information will be retained for internal audit purposes. 

 

Applications should be submitted through the SAHPRA Website Online Portal: http://www.sahpra.org.za/vacancies

 

For enquiries: Please contact Mr T Khunou, HR Business Partner, via email at Tshepo.Khunou@sahpra.org.za.

 

NOTE: APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

 

The closing date is 08 June 2026 at 16:00.