Forensic Pathology Officer Grade 1 to 2 (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: ECSS58/2026

Location: Forensic Pahology Laboratory MosselBay Hospital, Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 225 777 - R 258 156 per annum, Grade 2: R 262 953 - R 306 018 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

7/17/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/31 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and writing. Ability to be trained in 4x4 Vehicle handling. Ability to be trained in photography. Willingness to assist with duties in X-ray room. Willingness to be trained in Forensic Investigation and Dissection. Willingness to be trained in Forensic Pathology Business Processes. Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal and working relations with staff and clients. Computer and software literacy in MS Word and Excel. Will be required to deliver testimony in court proceedings.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Effective and efficient recovery, storage and processing of deceased. An effective identification process and release of the deceased, including management of property. Optimal control of reports and statements during and after the Forensic Mortuary process. An efficient support service to the Manager with regard to Corporate and Clinical Governance functions of the Forensic Pathology Laboatory. An effective Forensic autopsy process and specimen management rendered in accordance with set standards and guidelines.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid Code B/EB driver's license. Ability to interpret and apply policies. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work with and lift corpses, (mutilated, decomposed, infectious viruses, obese). Be willing on travelling long distances and working standby duties/overtime.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None. Grade 2: 10 year's appropriate experience.

ENQUIRIES

Mr. Lester Smith ([email protected]) (Tel: +27 44 813 1890)

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Senior Certificate with having achieved Mathematics, Life Science and/ or Biology as passed subjects.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. The candidates will be subjected to an interview and competency test. Candidates will be subjected to a security clearance prior to appointment.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.