General Worker (Stores) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS395/2026

Location: Victoria Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

R 144 024 - R 169 656 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/10 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.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

General worker stores duties for Victoria Hospital (Hub Hospital) and Southern Clinics in terms of, Load and offload stock on the vans. Transport goods to and from different sections with the health facilities. Pack stock in boxes according to standards. Receipt of stock from bulk store prepare stock for courier distribution. Prepare stock for collection by demanders. Maintain hygiene in the area. Rotate stock on shelves (FIFO). Move hospital equipment as required. Assist with filling. Assist with stock take processes.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid Driver’s license (Code B/EB). Physical ability to lift heavy boxes.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in a warehouse environment, in receiving and distribution of stock (stores).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Good written and verbal communication skills.

ENQUIRIES

Ms Z Sagela, tel. no. (021)7991241 / email: [email protected]

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.