Operational Manager Nursing (Specialty: Maternity) (Obstetrics) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

WCD96/2026

Location:

Swartland Hospital, Swartland Sub-district, West Coast District

REMUNERATION

R 720 819 - R 821 454 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

21 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

04 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

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

A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period above must be appropriate recognisable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic, or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science(R212). OR A 4-year bachelor’s degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A postgraduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Midwifery.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Managing, planning, co-ordinating and maintain an optimal, specialised nursing in an Obstetric setting. Effective management and utilisation of human and financial resources to ensure optimal operational functions. Initiate and participate in training and research. Provisioning of effective support to Head of Nursing Service. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Basic Computer literacy. Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to this nursing specialty within the public sector. Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation, and monitoring of standards.Effective communication, interpersonal, leadership, decision making, and conflict resolution skills. Good organisational skills.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.

ENQUIRIES

Ms L. Julius, tel. (022) 487–9204

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work overtime, weekends, shifts, public holidays and as operational needs arises.

NOTE

Shortlisted candidates may have to do a presentation and undergo a competency assessment. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

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.