The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for various positions. The department is committed to delivering quality healthcare services across the province. An inclusive work environment that promotes growth and development is offered. No payment is required when applying for any advertised post. Applications must be submitted online before the closing dates indicated in the adverts.
Positions:
- Telkom Operator
- Linen Supervisor
- Food Service Supervisor
- Security Officer
Telkom Operator
- Salary: R193,359 per annum
- Centre: Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Rondebosch
Requirements: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7), appropriate experience with electronic switchboard/PABX and messaging/paging systems, willingness to work shifts (including nights, weekends, and public holidays), ability to hear and speak clearly, computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook), and excellent telephone etiquette.
Duties: Handle incoming/outgoing calls, manage switchboard, answer queries, deliver messages, maintain equipment, handle PABX/VOIP systems, monitor calls, manage speed dial records, use 2-way radio, broadcast information, and report faults.
Enquiries: Ms M Fredericks, Tel: (021) 658-5111
Applications: Online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
Note: No payment required for application.
Linen Supervisor
- Salary: R193,359 per annum
- Centre: Wesfleur Hospital
Requirements: GETC/Grade 9 (Std 7), experience in laundry services, willingness to handle heavy linen bags and soiled linen (including human excretions and blood), good communication skills, ability to work independently, and knowledge of laundry services.
Duties: Monitor contracted linen services, supervise hospital linen, hygiene, occupational health and safety, maintain equipment, and perform management/administrative tasks.
Enquiries: Mr R Cupido, Tel: (021) 816 8575, Email: [email protected]
Applications: Online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
Note: No payment required for application.
Food Service Supervisor
- Salary: R193,359 per annum
- Centre: Helderberg Hospital
Requirements: GETC/Grade 9 (Std 7), experience in a large-scale food service unit, willingness to work shifts (including weekends/public holidays and overtime), knowledge of hygiene, HACCP, safety principles, and cooking methods for normal/therapeutic diets, sound organizational and interpersonal skills, computer literacy (to be mentioned in CV or proven), and ability to work under pressure.
Duties: Manage food provisions (ordering, receipt, storage, issuing), supervise food preparation/production for normal/therapeutic diets, oversee food distribution, ensure hygiene and equipment maintenance, manage human and financial resources, stock control, and adhere to operational procedures.
Enquiries: Mr DL Daniels, Tel: (021) 850 4726
Applications: Online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
Note: No payment required. Applicants may be considered for other Food Service Supervisor vacancies in Metro Health for 3 months post-advert. Candidates will undergo written/practical and oral assessments.
Security Officer
- Salary: R163,680 per annum
- Centre: Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Rondebosch
Requirements: GETC/Grade 9 (Std 7), registration with the Security Board of South Africa (PSIRA, Grade C), experience in a hospital security environment, willingness to work shifts (including weekends/public holidays) and rotate duties, strong sense of responsibility, ability to work independently, knowledge of aggression/violence management, self-discipline, and good listening/report-writing skills.
Duties: Control access/egress to prevent unlawful activities, monitor surveillance cameras/fire alarms, protect buildings/patients/staff, patrol premises, assist with aggressive patients, provide supportive security services, and report/record incidents.
Enquiries: Mr M Michaels, Tel: (021) 658-5573
Applications: Online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
Note: No payment required for application.
The closing date for all positions is September 5, 2025.