Department of Health and Wellness Stores General Worker Vacancy: Apply in Cape Town
Department of Health and Wellness Stores General Worker Vacancy: Apply in Cape Town
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a Stores General Worker vacancy based at the Western Cape Health Warehouse in Cape Town.
This opportunity is suitable for job seekers who have basic numeracy and literacy skills, together with appropriate experience working in a warehouse or stores environment.
The successful candidate will assist with stock handling, loading and offloading goods, packing stock, preparing items for distribution and keeping the warehouse clean and organised.
Applications for this Department of Health and Wellness vacancy close on 04 September 2026.
Department of Health and Wellness Stores General Worker Vacancy Overview
Employer: Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
Chief Directorate: Supply Chain Management
Position: Stores General Worker
Salary: R144 024 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Cape Town – Western Cape Health Warehouse
Province: Western Cape
Closing Date: 04 September 2026
Requirements
Applicants interested in the Stores General Worker vacancy should meet the following minimum requirements:
- Basic numeracy skills
- Basic literacy skills
- Appropriate experience within a warehouse environment
- Appropriate experience handling stock in a store or warehouse environment
Candidates should be comfortable working in an environment that involves regular stock movement and physical warehouse duties.
Inherent Requirements of the Job
Due to the physical nature of this position, applicants must have:
- The physical ability to lift heavy boxes
- The physical ability to operate loaded pallet jacks within normal limits
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants should have knowledge and practical understanding of:
- Warehouse or stores administration
- Rendering support services in a store or warehouse
- Stock handling procedures
- General warehouse operations
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the Western Cape Health Warehouse.
Key duties include:
- Loading and offloading stock from trucks and vans
- Moving goods between different warehouse sections using a pallet jack or forklift
- Packing stock into boxes according to required standards
- Receiving stock from bulk stores
- Preparing stock for courier distribution
- Preparing stock for collection by demanders
- Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within the warehouse
- Assisting with the proper organisation and movement of stock
- Working effectively with colleagues and other warehouse personnel
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be ideal for candidates who have previously worked in a:
- Warehouse
- Stockroom
- Distribution centre
- Store
- Logistics environment
- Supply chain environment
Applicants should be physically capable of carrying out manual duties and should be comfortable handling and moving stock.
How to Apply for the Stores General Worker Vacancy
Applications must be submitted online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal.
Once on the website, click “Online Applications” and search for the relevant Stores General Worker vacancy.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully complete all required information and ensure that their application is submitted before the deadline.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
04 September 2026
Candidates are encouraged not to wait until the final day to submit their applications.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to this vacancy, contact:
Ms N. Njokweni
Email: Nondumiso.Njokweni@westerncape.gov.za
Why Consider This Department of Health and Wellness Vacancy?
The Stores General Worker position provides an opportunity to gain further experience within a government supply chain and warehouse environment.
The role involves practical responsibilities that contribute to the movement and distribution of stock used within the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness.
Candidates with appropriate warehouse or stock-handling experience who meet the physical requirements of the job are encouraged to apply.
Important Application Reminder
Before submitting your application:
- Make sure you meet the minimum requirements
- Check that your personal information is correct
- Provide complete employment and experience information
- Follow the instructions on the online recruitment portal
- Submit your application before 04 September 2026
