Xolani Bhengu
Johannesburg
Summary
Committed Environmental Health Practitioner with a solid foundation of one year community service experience gained from Department of Health. Hands-on experience developed through work-integrated learning opportunities at Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality and Department of Health. Academic rigor showcased in substantial research project at University of Johannesburg, focusing on evaluating compliance with healthcare risk waste protocols in South African healthcare facilities. Enthusiastic about opportunity to bring expertise and passion to esteemed team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Service Environmental Health Practitioner
Department of Health (Ganyesa District Hospital)
North West Province
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Completed a 12-month tenure as a Community Service Environmental Health Practitioner, overseeing waste management operations and ensuring compliance with environmental health standards.
- Conducted comprehensive hospital inspections to safeguard public health and safety.
- Ensured that HCRW waste is handled safe and managed accordingly by healthcare professionals through the provision of monthly trainings as required by NEMWA.
- Delivered monthly food safety training sessions to culinary staff, enhancing overall food hygiene practices.
- Investigated all reported malaria cases, contributing to disease tracking and prevention efforts.
- Routinely collected water samples for analysis, ensuring potable water quality through regular testing at the National Health Laboratory.
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
University of Johannesburg (APK and APB)
Gauteng
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted thorough inspections of student accommodations and auto service centers for compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 under the supervision of safety officers.
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Region A
Gauteng
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Rendered all municipal health services during work integrated learning under the supervision of different Environmental health practitioners.
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
South Rand Hospital
Gauteng
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted a comprehensive Work Integrated Learning program, focusing on Environmental Health compliance.
- Inspected mortuary facilities to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Evaluated hospital kitchen operations, emphasizing hygiene and sanitation best practices.
- Monitored Healthcare Risk Waste (HCRW) storage, enforcing strict environmental health protocols.
- Assessed hospital wards, guaranteeing patient areas met environmental health standards.
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Region F
Gauteng
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Spearheaded a work-integrated learning initiative, delivering key municipal health services.
- Conducted thorough inspections at schools, street vendors public events, and restaurants to enforce environmental health regulations under the supervision of different Environmental health practitioners of region F.
Education
Bachelor Of Environmental Health - Environmental Health
University of Johannesburg
Gauteng04.2023
National Senior Certificate -
Bizimali High School
KwaZulu Natal2018
Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Good Communication Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Team Co-operation Skills
- Administration Skills
- Able to Work Under Instructions
- Ethical and Professional
- Report Writing Skills
LANGUAGES
IsiZulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Setswana
Intermediate (B1)
IsiXhosa
Advanced (C1)
References
1. Name : Dr Utake
Company : Department of Health (Ganyesa District Hospital)
Contact details: 0786813135
Relationship : Clinical Manager
2. Name :Mrs Lischen Mokhonoana
Company :Department of Health (South Rand Hospital)
Contact details :0729315206
Relationship :Environmental Health Practitioner (Supervisor)
3. Name :Mr Mathews
Company :Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Region F
Contact details :0736921440
Relationship : Environmental Health Practitioner (Supervisor)
4. Name :Sharlene Moshidi
Company :Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Region A
Contact details :0827770627
Relationship :Environmental Health Practitioner (Supervisor)
Hobbies and Interests
Learning languages, reading books and articles as well as writing.
Accomplishments
Leadership.
- Gained leadership skills through the supervision of waste collectors during my community service experience.
Training and Education.
- Helped the Student nurses to gain knowledge on how to properly segregate Healthcare risk waste through the provision of training.
Certification
- Earned certification in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA).
- Obtained the certification of ISO 45001: 2018 Occupational health and safety management systems
- Accomplished Sustainable Development Goals.
- Completed Health Emergencies Programme which focused more on infectious diseases like Covid-19 and obtained certificates.
- Completed Dairy Standard Agency Code of Practice course.
- Trained in Basic Fire Fighting techniques.
- Certified in First Aid procedures.
- Completed African Insights.
Timeline
Community Service Environmental Health Practitioner
Department of Health (Ganyesa District Hospital)
01.2024 - 12.2024
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
University of Johannesburg (APK and APB)
08.2023 - 09.2023
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Region A
06.2023 - 07.2023
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
South Rand Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2023
Student Environmental Health Practitioner
Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Region F
06.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor Of Environmental Health - Environmental Health
University of Johannesburg
National Senior Certificate -
Bizimali High School