The Limpopo Department of Health invites suitably qualified candidates to submit their applications for the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
REF: S4/1/1
ENQ: SEBOLA MF
TO: ALL QUALIFYING APPLICANTS
DEPARTMENTAL CIRCULAR NO. 22 OF 2025
RE-ADVERTISEMENT OF WORK OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPANDED PUBLIC WORKS PROGRAMME [EPWP] POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH UP TO 31 MARCH 2026
POSITION NO. 1: GENERAL WORKERS FOOD SERVICES = 323 POSITIONS
MONTHLY STIPEND: R4 234.58
CENTRES:
Capricorn District [124]: Zebediela Hospital [14], Thabamoopo Hospital [15], Botlokwa Hospital [17], Seshego Hospital [13], Mankweng Hospital [20], Pietersburg Hospital [12], WF Knobel Hospital [20], Helene Franz Hospital [24], Lebowakgomo Hospital [21]
Mopani District [41]
Sekhukhune District [82]: District Office [7], Dilokong Hospital [13], Mecklenburg Hospital [11], Groblersdal Hospital [12], Jane Furse Hospital [12], Matlala Hospital [12], Philadelphia Hospital [7], St
Rita’s Hospital [8] Vhembe District [28]: Elim Hospital [4], Tshilidzini Hospital [4], Malamulele Hospital [3], Messina Hospital [3], Donald Frazer Hospital [4], Hayani Hospital [3], Louis Trichardt Hospital [3], Siloam Hospital [4]
Waterberg District [60]
REQUIREMENTS: A) Qualifications and Competencies
▪ A minimum of Grade 12 [Matric] plus N6 or equivalent qualification in Catering and Hospitality Management from a recognised Institution.
▪ Computer literacy
B) Knowledge and Skills
▪ Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
▪ Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
▪ Ability to read and write.
▪ Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
▪ Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
▪ Ability to lead and train students.
▪ Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
▪ Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
▪ Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
▪ Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques and quality standards.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
▪ Comply with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point [HACCP] on food handling and preparations to ensure food safety.
▪ Ensure that daily activities are in-line with the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point [HACCP].
▪ Pre-preparation and cooking of food for normal diet as per standardized recipes.
▪ Pre-preparation and cooking of food for therapeutic diet as per standardized recipes.
▪ Portion and serve (plating or bulk serving) and pack meal delivery carts according to the wards diet lists.
▪ Push meal delivery carts to wards to deliver food as per ward list.
▪ Collect meal delivery carts from the wards after serving of each meal.
▪ Place servings in blender to make foods for soft or liquid diets.
▪ Assist in packing of food into storerooms.
▪ Packaging and labelling of therapeutic diets as per ward diet list.
▪ Place items such as eating utensils and condiments on trays.
▪ Apportions and places food servings on plates and trays according to diet list.
▪ Examine filled tray for completeness and places on cart, dumbwaiter, or conveyor belt.
▪ Wash dishes and cleans work area, tables, cabinets, and ovens.
▪ Collects and place garbage and trash in designated containers.
▪ Emptying of waste bins at all times.
▪ Clean, wash and maintain work areas including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils and equipment as appropriate to the area of operation.
▪ Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
▪ Handling of Dishwasher and cleaning of equipment and utensils before and after use.
▪ Supply clean cutlery and crockery during mealtimes.
▪ Report any faults, breakages and illness in the Food Service Unit (FSU)
▪ Cleaning of the FSU and food trolleys according to the cleaning schedule and after very meal preparation and serving.
DISTRICT – INSTITUTION – APPLICATION LINK
Capricorn District
Zebediela Hospital CLICK HERE
Thabamoopo Hospital CLICK HERE
Botlokwa Hospital CLICK HERE
Seshego Hospital CLICK HERE
Mankweng Hospital CLICK HERE
Pietersburg Hospital CLICK HERE
WF Knobel Hospital CLICK HERE
Helene Franz Hospital CLICK HERE
Lebowakgomo Hospital CLICK HERE
Mopani District
Nkhensani Hospital CLICK HERE
Letaba Hospital CLICK HERE
DR CN Phatudi Hospital CLICK HERE
Van Velden Hospital CLICK HERE
Kgapane Hospital CLICK HERE
Maphutha L Malatjie CLICK HERE
Evuxakeni Hospital CLICK HERE
Sekhukhune District
Dilokong Hospital CLICK HERE
Mecklenburg Hospital CLICK HERE
Groblersdal Hospital CLICK HERE
Jane Furse Hospital CLICK HERE
Matlala Hospital CLICK HERE
Philadelphia Hospital CLICK HERE
St Rita’s Hospital CLICK HERE
Vhembe District
Elim Hospital CLICK HERE
Tshilidzini Hospital CLICK HERE
Malamulele Hospital CLICK HERE
Musina Hospital CLICK HERE
Donald Frazer Hospital CLICK HERE
Hayani Hospital CLICK HERE
Louis Trichardt Hospital CLICK HERE
Siloam Hospital CLICK HERE
Waterberg District: CLICK HERE
Ensure that you read the conditions and requirements of the post BEFORE you apply.
Applicants are hereby invited from suitable qualified candidates for work opportunities for Expanded Public Works Programme [EPWP] work opportunities up to 31 March 2026.
By applying, it is understood that you agree to the conditions and requirements of the position.
Applications should include a fully completed new Z83 form obtainable from any government institution or at www.dpsa.gov.za and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae [CV].
The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full except the following: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers. If an applicant responded “No” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate ‘not applicable’ or leave blank to the question. If yes (provide detail), “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you
immediately relinquish such business interest?”. Applicants may leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV)” or “see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application for employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to conditions that prevent reappointment under Part F must be answered.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to come for an interview, at which time, certified copies of all relevant qualifications, current registration with the relevant statutory body and copy of ID must be submitted.
All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One shall be a practical exercise and the other shall be an Integrity [Ethical Conduct], an Assessment as per Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization effective from 01 April 2024.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply and correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive and if you have not heard from us within ninety (90) days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are hereby advised to, within 90 days, request reasons from the Department for any administrative action which has adversely affected them in terms of section 5(1)(2) of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000.
Applicants responding to this circular should quote the circular number on the Z83 form as reference.
Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for the positions advertised in this
circular.
The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised positions.
The closing date for applications is 18 MAY 2025
Download the advert: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
NB 1: Note: This circular will be posted on the departmental website: www.ldoh.gov.za
NB 2: Applicants should apply using the links provided for each post/centre.