Household Aid (Waste Management) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: RXH46/2026

Location: Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital, Rondebosch

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

7/10/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/24 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.

EXPERIENCE

Perform internal transportation, handling, and disposal of waste in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Contribute to the achievement of waste reduction and recycling targets through proper segregation and compliance with waste management practices. Ensure the correct and safe waste methods of waste segregation, storage, transport, and disposal of waste. Ensure that the waste is collected in the prescribed containers at the point of generation. Collect and manage all categories of waste, including Health Care Risk Waste (HCRW), domestic/general waste, and recyclable waste. Ensure HCRW containers are correctly weighed within prescribed limits, properly sealed, and handled to prevent health and safety risks. Maintain strict hygiene control of all waste handling equipment, trolleys, and related materials. Ensure that all waste storage areas are kept clean, orderly, and securely locked when not in use. Provide effective support and assistance to service providers and ensure accurate record keeping of all waste management activities.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to participate and work as part of a team. Knowledge of healthcare waste regulations and OHS standards.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in waste management in a Hospital/Clinic environment.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Compulsory shift work, flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays. Physical, mentally, and emotionally fit to provide essential services. Willingness to do manual Labour (push heavy HCRW trolleys) and assist in other departments when required.

ENQUIRIES

Ms M Fredericks, tel. no. (021) 658-5452.

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.