If you are looking to advance your career in the healthcare sector, the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for multiple vacancies across the province. These positions range from executive and clinical roles to technical, administrative, and support posts. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team committed to delivering quality health services to communities in the Western Cape.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness |
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| Closing Date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | Various locations across the Western Cape Province, South Africa |
Available Positions and Requirements
1. Chief Executive Officer: Lentegeur Hospital
- Centre: Lentegeur Hospital, Metro Health Services
- Requirements: NQF 7 tertiary qualification in Health/Social Science or related management field, 5 years senior/middle management experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: Strong corporate management in healthcare, policy implementation, financial management, adaptive leadership.
2. Clinical Nurse Practitioner Grade 1-2 (Primary Health Care) – X4 Posts
- Centres: Kyamandi CDC, Cloetesville CDC, Klapmuts CC, Aan Het CC (Stellenbosch Sub-District)
- Requirements: R425 nursing qualification, 1-year post-basic in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, SANC registration, relevant nursing experience.
- Key Skills: Knowledge of nursing/public service legislation, computer literacy, ability to promote quality patient care.
3. Professional Nurse Grade 1-2 (Occupational Health & Safety)
- Centre: Drakenstein/Stellenbosch Sub-District
- Requirements: R425 nursing qualification, 1-year post-basic in Occupational Health Nursing Science, SANC registration, relevant nursing experience.
- Key Skills: Knowledge of OHS legislation, computer literacy.
4. Professional Nurse Grade 1-2 (Trauma and Emergency) – X7 Posts
- Centre: Groote Schuur Hospital
- Requirements: R425 nursing qualification, post-basic in Trauma and Emergency/Critical Care Nursing, SANC registration, relevant experience.
- Key Skills: Sound knowledge of nursing acts/policies, problem-solving, report writing.
5. Case Manager
- Centre: Head Office, Cape Town
- Requirements: 3-year health-related diploma/degree, HPCSA or SANC registration, experience in case management/revenue generation.
- Key Skills: ICD-10 coding, UPFS, PMB legislation knowledge.
6. Senior Administrative Officer: Supply Chain Management
- Centre: Karl Bremer Hospital
- Requirements: 3-year diploma/degree, SCM experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: SCM systems knowledge, supervisory skills, LOGIS & BAS experience.
7. Engineering Technician Production Grade A-C (Electrical/Mechanical)
- Centre: Head Office (Karl Bremer Hospital grounds)
- Requirements: National Diploma in Engineering, ECSA registration, 3 years’ relevant experience.
- Key Skills: Hospital infrastructure design/maintenance, OHSA compliance.
8. Administrative Officer: Human Resource Management
- Centre: Stellenbosch Hospital
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, HR experience, PERSAL knowledge, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: HR policies and legislation knowledge, MS Office skills.
9. Personal Assistant
- Centre: Medicine Management, Laboratory and Blood Services Support
- Requirements: Secretarial/administrative qualification (NQF 5), relevant experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: Office management, MS Office, discretion, multitasking.
10. Principal Personnel Officer: People Management
- Centre: Garden Route District Office
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, HR experience, PERSAL knowledge, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: HR legislation, MS Office.
11. Administrative Officer: Finance
- Centre: Western Cape Government College of Emergency Care
- Requirements: Senior Certificate with Mathematics/Accountancy, financial admin and SCM experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: Financial systems knowledge, MS Office.
12. Administrative Officer: Support (Nursing)
- Centre: Office of the CD: ECSS
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, system support experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: Data capturing, administrative support.
13. Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) – Multiple Posts & Grades 1-3
- Centres: Kraaifontein CHC, Delft CHC, Fisantekraal CDC, Symphony Way CDC, Cloetesville CDC, Alma CDC, Mossel Bay Sub-District
- Requirements: Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant qualification, SAPC registration, relevant experience per grade.
- Key Skills: Stock control, dispensing, team work.
14. Artisan Production Grade A-C (Electrical/Mechanical)
- Centres: Bellville Mobile Workshop, Prince Albert Hospital
- Requirements: Relevant Trade Test Certificate, experience per grade, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: OHSA knowledge, equipment maintenance.
15. Administration Clerks (Multiple Specialisations)
- Centres: Groote Schuur Hospital, Hartenbos CC, Victoria Hospital, Laingsburg Hospital, WCG Health Warehouse
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, relevant admin experience.
- Key Skills: Data capturing, HR admin, information management.
16. Staff Nurse Grade 1-3 – Multiple Units
- Centres: Knysna Hospital, Ceres Hospital
- Requirements: Staff Nurse qualification, SANC registration, experience per grade.
- Key Skills: Patient care, infection prevention.
17. Sterilization Operator: Supervisor
- Centre: New Somerset Hospital
- Requirements: GETC/Grade 9, CSSD experience.
- Key Skills: Sterilisation processes, supervisory skills.
18. Health Promoter
- Centre: Dr Abdurahman CDC
- Requirements: GETC/Grade 9, community health experience, valid driver’s licence.
- Key Skills: Health education, community engagement.
19. Nursing Assistants Grade 1-3 – Multiple Units
- Centres: Vredendal Hospital, Victoria Hospital
- Requirements: Nursing Assistant qualification, SANC registration, experience per grade.
- Key Skills: Patient support, basic nursing care.
20. Driver (Heavy Duty Vehicle)
- Centre: Alexandra Hospital
- Requirements: Code C1 licence with PDP, driving experience.
- Key Skills: Route planning, vehicle maintenance.
21. Household Aid – X28 Posts
- Centre: Tygerberg Hospital
- Requirements: Basic literacy/numeracy, cleaning experience.
- Key Skills: Infection control, waste management.
22. Porter
- Centre: Montagu Hospital
- Requirements: Basic literacy/numeracy, hospital experience.
- Key Skills: Patient transport, mortuary handling.
23. Food Services Aid
- Centre: Prince Albert Hospital
- Requirements: Literacy/numeracy, food preparation experience.
- Key Skills: Catering hygiene, meal preparation.
24. Medical Specialist: Obstetrics & Gynaecology (7 Sessions)
- Centre: Karl Bremer Hospital
- Requirements: HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist, relevant experience per grade.
- Key Skills: High-risk obstetrics, teaching, clinical governance.
How to Apply
To apply and view full post details, visit the
Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness official website and click on “online applications.”