Operational Manager Nursing (Specialty: Trauma and Emergency) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS494/2026

Location:

Khayelitsha District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

R 720 819 per annum - 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

28 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

11 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.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Supervise, plan and implement the provision of effective and efficient patient care in the Emergency Centre. Participate in analysis, formulation and implementation of the nursing guidelines, practices, standards mandatory procedures. Provide effective leadership and management of People management, financial and physical resources to ensure optimal operational functions. Supervise, plan and implement the provision of effective and efficient infection control measures. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards, self-development and participate in inter-professional and multidisciplinary teamwork. Support to Supervisor and Management.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.

ENQUIRIES

Enquiries: Mr. W Seconds Tel no. 021 360 4549

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 a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or 4-year Bachelor 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 post graduate diploma (R635) accredited in Emergency Nursing or Critical Care Nursing (Adult).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of legal framework and regulations regarding nursing practice. Good leadership and people management skills maintain constructive relationships with members of the multi-disciplinary team. Computer literacy and basic financial management skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work under pressure, be self-motivated, possess excellent interpersonal skills, leadership skills and the ability to work as part of a team and independently.

EXPERIENCE

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

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Work night duty on a planned schedule to relief the night manager. Willingness to work overtime, weekends and public holidays.

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.