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Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE)

Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE)

Miradi GroupJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

The Certified Professional Ergonomist is responsible for leading and conducting specialist ergonomic risk assessments, workload and fatigue analyses, and developing interventions to ensure compliance with the Ergonomics Regulations (2019), Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, and Railway Safety Regulator standards.

The role ensures that Miradi Group Pty Ltd delivers high-quality ergonomics services across diverse operational settings including transitional housing facilities, transportation infrastructure, and industrial work environments.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Conduct comprehensive Ergonomic Risk Assessments, including :
  • Manual Material Handling (MMH) risk evaluations
  • Human-System Interface Design risk analyses (tools, equipment, PPE suitability)

Postural assessments

  • Fatigue-related factor analysis (rostering, shift design)
  • Organisational factors (supervision, team structure, equipment needs)
  • Workload assessments using validated tools
  • Provide clear, actionable reports with scientific interpretation of ergonomic hazards and recommendations for control measures.
  • Support the development and implementation of Ergonomics Management Strategies in compliance with SANS 3000-4 : 2011 and RSR 00-4-1 : 2016.
  • Train staff and management on ergonomics principles and interventions.
  • Attend client and internal meetings to present findings, recommendations, and progress reports.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, occupational therapists, health and safety officers, and project managers.
  • Ensure continuous improvement in ergonomics service delivery and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Required Qualifications :

  • Postgraduate degree (MSc / MA) in Ergonomics or cognate discipline (e.g. Engineering, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Biokinetics, Occupational Hygiene, Industrial Psychology, Sports Science, Human Movement Science, Environmental Health).
  • Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) designation current and valid as awarded by the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (ESSA).
  • Required Experience :

  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in professional ergonomics practice, including delivery of ergonomic risk assessments in complex operational environments.
  • Experience in high-risk sectors such as transport, industrial operations, health care, or transitional housing facilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to comply with South African legal and regulatory frameworks for ergonomics.
  • Competencies and Skills :

  • Advanced understanding of human factors and ergonomics principles.
  • Knowledge of Ergonomics Regulations (2019) and related Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
  • Ability to conduct and interpret scientific ergonomic assessments.
  • Excellent reporting and documentation skills.
  • Strong communication and presentation abilities.
  • Collaborative, client-focused mindset with high ethical standards.
  • Remuneration :

    Miradi Group Pty Ltd offers a competitive and market-related remuneration package commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, certification, and experience. The compensation will reflect industry standards for Certified Professional Ergonomists in South Africa and includes consideration of relevant benefits and professional development support.

    Proof of Certification :

    Attach Document :

    Copy of current Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) certificate issued by the Ergonomics Society of South Africa (ESSA).

    Employment Status :

    Full-time employee of Miradi Group Pty Ltd.

    Assigned as Lead Ergonomist for all contracted ergonomics services delivered under this RFP, including work at Pickwick Transitional Housing Facility, Salt River, Cape Town.

    Reporting To :

    Principal Architect / Ergonomics Lead, Miradi Group Pty Ltd.

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