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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

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.

Inherent requirements of the job:
Principal Porter
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: MHS485/2025
Mitchells Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

A valid (Code B/EB) drivers’ licence. Willingness to work night shifts, public holidays, weekends, overtime and be on standby. Able to supervise staff on site and off site (EC HUB).

Experience:
Appropriate supervisory experience of porter staff and mortuary administration within a hospital environment.

Note:
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payments of any kind are 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.

Minimum educational qualification:
General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) Grade 10/ STD 8.

Enquiries:
Mr. M Pedro, tel. no. (021) 377 4327

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Must be of sober habits. Ability to work under pressure, unsupervised, and in a team context. Ability to work independently and in a team context. Innovative and problem-solving abilities. Strong leadership skills. Basic experience and knowledge of Performance Management System. Thorough knowledge of the Death Administration legislations and relevant policies, the removal of corpses protocol, handling of folders protocol, etc. Knowledge of Infection prevention & control. Knowledge of the grievance procedure, code of good practice: dismissal and disciplinary code and procedure for the public service. Computer Skills (MS Office, Excel, Word & Outlook).

Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Supervise the utilisation of personnel to ensure patient is transported to treatment centre timeously. Supervise, Organise and control duties of personnel effectively in order to deliver an optimal porter service to our client. Manage the physical resources and effectively apply relevant labour relation’s principles. Effectively execute all administrative function applicable on the supervisory level and provide. effective support to ASD: Support Services. Ensure 24 Hour porter services. Ensure disciplined workforce and effective SPMS standards.




Remuneration:
R 163 680 - R 192 810 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:
8/1/2025 12:00:00 AM

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.
This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
Closing date: 8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM

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