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A job opportunity

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.
 
Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (General) (Female Ward)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GRD72/2026
  Oudtshoorn Hospital, Garden Route District
 
Experience:
A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Willingness to perform overtime, after-hour and weekend standby duties for the hospital. Willingness to relief the Deputy Manager Nursing and Operational Managers when needed.
 
Minimum Education 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. OR A 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.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills)
Knowledge and understanding of Nursing legislation, related legal ethical nursing practices and framework, as well as labour legislation and relevant public sector policies, guidelines and protocols. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Manage the clinical services and rostering of staff. Responsible for planning, managing, coordinating and maintaining an optimal quality Nursing Service as an Operational Manager in a hospital setting. Participative management and utilization of Human Resources, to fulfil operational and developmental functions in the area. Manage and monitor the Financial Resources, consumables and equipment of the clinical area. Initiate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service Department and the institution. Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.
 
Enquiries:
Mr CB Olivier, tel. no. (044) 604-6104
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a competency test.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 571 161 - R 654 285 per annum (Plus a 8% rural allowance of your annual basic salary) Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
5/8/2026 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: 5/22/2026 12:00:00 AM
 
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