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Hospital General Worker Posts | Department of Health and Wellness Vacancies

The Hospital General Worker Posts at Groote Schuur Hospital offer an excellent opportunity for job seekers looking to build a career in the public healthcare sector. The Department of Health and Wellness is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for two General Worker (Stores) positions based at Groote Schuur Hospital in Observatory, Western Cape.

These entry-level government vacancies are ideal for candidates with basic literacy and numeracy skills who have experience working in a stores, stockroom, warehouse, logistics, or similar environment. Successful applicants will assist with receiving, organising, issuing, and delivering stock while helping to maintain clean and organised storage areas.

If you are physically fit, reliable, and enjoy working as part of a team, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.

Location: Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory, Western Cape

Closing Date: 17 August 2026

About the Hospital General Worker Posts

The Hospital General Worker Posts are permanent entry-level government positions within the Department of Health and Wellness. The successful candidates will support the hospital’s stores department by ensuring that medical supplies and other stock are received, stored, and distributed efficiently.

Vacancy Details

Employer: Department of Health and Wellness
Position: General Worker (Stores)
Number of Posts: 2
Location: Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
Province: Western Cape
Employment Level: Entry Level
Annual Salary: R144,024 per annum
Application Method: Online

Hospital General Worker Posts Duties and Responsibilities

Successful applicants will perform various stock-handling and support duties, including:

Assist the Administration Clerk with stock management.
Receive goods delivered to the hospital stores.
Issue stock according to approved requests.
Deliver supplies to hospital departments.
Rotate stock using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method.
Help reduce expired or unused stock.
Clean stores and storage areas.
Maintain a clean and organised working environment.
Assist other hospital stores when required.
Answer telephone calls.
Respond to stock-related enquiries.
Support the daily operations of the hospital stores.

Hospital General Worker Posts Requirements

Applicants should meet the following minimum requirements:

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Appropriate experience in a stores, stockroom, warehouse, or logistics environment.
Good verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well with colleagues.
Physical fitness to move and deliver stock.
Ability to perform manual work.
Good teamwork skills.
Responsible and reliable work ethic.

Although a formal qualification is not specifically required, applicants should be able to read, write, communicate effectively, and perform basic calculations.

Skills Needed for the Hospital General Worker Posts

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

Stock-handling knowledge.
Good communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Teamwork.
Organisational skills.
Reliability.
Punctuality.
Ability to follow instructions.
Physical fitness.
Customer service skills.

Previous experience in hospital stores, warehousing, retail stores, logistics, or stock control will be beneficial.

Salary and Employment Benefits

The successful candidates will receive:

Annual Salary: R144,024
Stable government employment.
Opportunity to gain valuable hospital experience.
Professional working environment.
Career development opportunities within the public service.

How to Apply for the Hospital General Worker Posts

Applications must be submitted online through the official Western Cape Government recruitment portal.

Follow These Steps

Step 1

Visit the Western Cape Government online recruitment system.

Step 2

Search for the General Worker (Stores) vacancy at Groote Schuur Hospital.

Step 3

Step 4

Complete the online application form.

Step 5

Upload the required supporting documents.

Step 6

Review your application carefully.

Step 7

Submit your application before the closing date.

Application Portal:

https://www.scubedonline.co.za/recruitment_wcdh/vacancy-posting.aspx?login=true

Documents Required

Prepare the following documents before applying:

Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
South African ID document.
Copies of relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Documents confirming stores or warehouse experience if requested.

Only upload documents requested on the official recruitment portal.

Important Information

Applicants should note the following:

No payment is required to apply.
Never pay anyone who promises you a government job.
Shortlisted candidates may complete a practical assessment.
Only shortlisted applicants may be contacted.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.

Closing Date

The closing date for the Hospital General Worker Posts is:

17 August 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid technical issues.

Enquiries

For vacancy-related enquiries, contact:

Mr S. Block

Telephone: 021 404 2044

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Final Thoughts

The Hospital General Worker Posts provide an excellent opportunity for individuals with stores or warehouse experience to join the Department of Health and Wellness. These positions offer stable government employment, valuable experience in a hospital environment, and the opportunity to contribute to the efficient delivery of healthcare services.

If you meet the minimum requirements, prepare your application carefully and submit it before 17 August 2026.

Note: If the position above is no longer available, visit our Learnerships, Internships, and General Worker Jobs pages for similar opportunities currently accepting applications.

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