The Gauteng Department of Health Vacancies are open for applications, offering a range of posts at Steve Biko Academic Hospital, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, and Tambo Memorial Hospital. If you meet the minimum requirements, submit your application before the closing date and make sure your documents (especially the new Z83 and updated CV) are complete to avoid disqualification.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Employer: | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Closing Date: | 10 March 2026 (Some posts close 09 March 2026 — see below) |
| Location: | Gauteng, South Africa (Steve Biko Academic Hospital / Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital / Tambo Memorial Hospital) |
Secretary (Orthopaedic Surgery) (Ref: refs/035625)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R228 321 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
Grade 12; National Diploma in Office Administration/Secretarial (added advantage); Click UP/PeopleSoft (added advantage); computer literacy; strong communication; ability to work under pressure; secretarial and office administration skills; meeting logistics; data capturing.
Duties
Office administration support; stationery ordering; capturing statistics/research/publications; administration of 4th-year students (Block 14); undergraduate and postgraduate student administration.
Food Service Aid – Supervisor (Ref: REFS/035623)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R193 359 – R227 766
Requirements
Grade 10 + 6 years’ food service experience or Grade 12 + 2 years’ experience or Higher Certificate (NQF 5) in Food Service/Hospitality + 1 year; knowledge of hygiene/safety; basic numeric & computer skills; leadership and supervision ability.
Duties
Supervise food service aids; stock control; supervise meal production/portioning/distribution; hygiene and safety compliance; ward rounds; client satisfaction surveys; equipment control and reporting faults.
Porter – Supervisor (Ref: REFS/035622)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R193 359 – R227 766
Requirements
Grade 12 and 5 years’ porter experience; computer literacy (advantage); multilingual communication (advantage); customer care; willing to work shifts.
Duties
Allocate porters; manage handover books; assist patients with mobility; control wheelchairs/equipment; coordinate patient movement; enforce uniforms/ID; manage attendance; support National Core Standards and Ideal Hospital requirements.
Registry Clerk (Ref: REFS/035621)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950
Requirements
Grade 12; computer literate; strong numeracy; registry background (advantage); able to work under pressure; willing to rotate and work shifts; physically fit for filing work.
Duties
Sort and file patient records; draw files for wards/clinics/billing/audits; track files on SAP; handle queries; remove inactive files according to policy; support other patient administration sections when required.
Food Service Worker (Manager) (Ref: refs/035618)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R325 101 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
National Diploma in Food Service Management (or equivalent); 3–5 years management experience in a hospital/clinical environment; leadership; report writing; computer literacy; knowledge of policies, infection control, hygiene & safety; PFMA and SCM knowledge; valid driver’s licence.
Duties
Manage food service operations and staff; ordering/receiving/storing/issuing stock; menu planning and budgeting inputs; ensure distribution/serving procedures; conduct surveys and plate waste studies; manage HR and training; manage equipment and operational plans.
Diagnostic Radiographer Grade 1–3 (Radiology) (Ref: REFS/035617)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: Grade 1: R397 233 | Grade 2: R463 941 | Grade 3: R543 099
Requirements
Grade 12 + Diagnostic Radiography Diploma/Degree; HPCSA registration as Independent Diagnostic Radiographer + CPD compliance; proof of current registration (01 Apr 2025–31 Mar 2026); computer literacy; relevant experience per grade level.
Duties
24-hour diagnostic radiography services; produce X-ray images per protocol; radiation protection; infection control compliance; quality assurance; assist training and supervision; compile statistics and admin tasks.
Messenger (Ref: refs/035616)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R138 486 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
Grade 10; good communication; physically fit; caring attitude; able to work under pressure; customer care (Batho Pele/We Care for You).
Duties
Collect and deliver patient files; sorting; reliever duties when requested; follow workplace accuracy standards.
Secretary (Clinical) (Ref: refs/035615)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R228 321 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
Grade 12; Office Admin/Management Secretarial certificate (advantage); computer literacy; strong interpersonal skills; diary and meeting coordination.
Duties
Secretarial support; patient appointment confirmation and scheduling; typing/copying; filing and records; manage enquiries; diary and meeting management.
Administration Officer (Ref: refs/035614)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R325 101 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
Grade 12; 5 years patient administration experience (supervisory exposure advantage); computer literacy; SAP/hospital experience (advantage); report writing; decision-making; able to rotate sections.
Duties
Supervise patient administration staff; ensure accurate patient data capturing; coordinate operations support; manage file and stock control; staff training and reporting; manage conflicts and waiting times; daily/monthly reporting.
Administration Clerk (Ref: refs/035612)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Requirements
Grade 12; computer literate; SAP/hospital knowledge (advantage); strong communication; willing to rotate sections and work shifts/flexi hours.
Duties
Patient administration duties across registration/wards/clinics/A&E; record and update patient information manually and on SAP; handle enquiries; revenue collection where required.
Administrative Clerk (ENT) (Ref: refs/035611)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R228 321 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
Grade 12; admin experience (advantage); computer literacy (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook); good communication and telephone etiquette.
Duties
Admin and secretarial support to HOD/unit; schedule meetings; agendas and minutes; typing; filing; stationery; coordinate doctors’ roster and departmental admin.
Medical Specialist: Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Ref: REFS/035610)
Centre: Tambo Memorial Hospital
Closing Date: 09 March 2026
Salary: R1 341 855 (all-inclusive package)
Requirements
Qualification allowing HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist in O&G (FCOG (SA) + MMED); current HPCSA registration (2025/2026); ability to work in multidisciplinary teams; willing to do commuted overtime.
Duties
Specialist clinical care; supervise registrars/medical officers/interns; adhere to National Core Standards; reduce medico-legal risk; lead morbidity and mortality meetings; support administration and medico-legal documentation.
Communication Officer (Ref: REFS/035607)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959
Requirements
Grade 12; Diploma/Degree in Communication/PR/Journalism/Marketing; strong writing and editing; multimedia skills (photo/video/design); project management; computer literacy; ability to work beyond normal hours; driver’s licence (advantage).
Duties
Media statements and press releases; CI/branding management; events and campaigns; internal communication; social media content; monitoring and reporting.
Administration Clerk (Communication) (Ref: REFS/035606)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950
Requirements
Grade 12; communication/media qualification (advantage); writing and editing ability; multimedia and event support exposure; computer literacy.
Duties
Support media statements; help with branding and events; assist with newsletters and internal notices; assist social media content and communication projects.
Lecturer (Ref: REFS/035605)
Centre: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
Salary: R476 367 per annum (plus benefits)
Requirements
Grade 12; Nursing diploma/degree + Midwifery; SANC registration; 1-year Nursing Education qualification; minimum 4 years nursing experience; additional post-basic qualifications (advantage).
Duties
Clinical teaching and assessment; in-service training; clinical audits and research; support placements; supervise preceptors; manage time and resources.
PND1: Lecturer Grade 1 (Joint Appointment with Wits) (Ref: REFS/035604)
Centre: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
Salary: R476 367 + additional 30% paid by Wits
Requirements
Matric; R425 nursing qualification; SANC registration; minimum 4 years nursing experience; Nursing Education qualification; Master’s degree in Nursing Science (or near completion) required; IT teaching ability.
Duties
Teaching, learning and assessment; clinical placements; research and community projects; postgraduate supervision (where applicable); staff/student training and clinical competence support.
Driver (Ref: refs/035603)
Centre: Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Salary: R163 680 per annum plus benefits
Requirements
Grade 12; Code 10 (C1) licence + PDP; 3 years’ driving experience; good communication; willing to work nights/weekends/public holidays; route knowledge.
Duties
Transport patients; collect/deliver medication, documents, equipment; vehicle inspections; logbook and trip authorisation completion; report incidents and vehicle faults.
Manager Nursing (Level 3 Hospital) (Ref: REFS/035601)
Centre: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
Salary: R1 155 099 (all-inclusive)
Requirements
Nursing diploma/degree + Midwifery; SANC registration; 10 years nursing experience (5 years at management level as Assistant Manager Nursing); Nursing Administration/Health Service Management and Nursing Education (compulsory); leadership skills.
Duties
Lead nursing strategy and patient care quality; implement standards and policies; manage resources (HR, finance, assets); strengthen teaching and clinical skills development; manage projects and performance.
How to Apply
Applications for these Gauteng Department of Health Vacancies must be submitted online only (no hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications).
Apply online via the relevant portal
- For posts listed with the Gauteng e-Recruitment site, apply via: Gauteng Department of Health e-Recruitment portal
Support email: healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za - For posts listed with the professional job centre, apply via: Professional Job Centre portal
Support email: e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za
Documents to prepare
- Fully completed and signed new Z83 form (as required in the advert)
- Recently updated comprehensive CV
- For HPCSA/SANC posts: proof of current registration where required in the advert
(Shortlisted candidates are usually requested to submit certified copies not older than 6 months on/before the interview date.)