Department of Health and Wellness Sterilisation Operator Vacancy at Tygerberg Hospital
Department of Health and Wellness Sterilisation Operator Vacancy at Tygerberg Hospital
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Sterilisation Operator Production (CSSD) vacancy at Tygerberg Hospital in Parow Valley.
This opportunity is suitable for applicants who have a General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) or Grade 9 qualification together with appropriate experience in a Central Sterilisation Service Department.
The successful candidate will work within the hospital’s Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD), where they will help ensure that surgical instruments, linen and other medical supplies are properly cleaned, decontaminated, packed and sterilised.
Applications close on 24 August 2026.
Sterilisation Operator Vacancy Overview
| Job Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Health and Wellness |
| Position | Sterilisation Operator Production (CSSD) |
| Centre | Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley |
| Salary | R170 226 per annum |
| Minimum Qualification | GETC / Grade 9 (Std 7) |
| Closing Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Application Method | Online |
Salary
The successful candidate will receive a salary of:
R170 226 per annum
The position is based at Tygerberg Hospital in Parow Valley, Western Cape.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a:
General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) / Grade 9 (Standard 7).
Candidates must also have appropriate experience in a Central Sterilisation Service Department.
Applicants should therefore have practical exposure to sterilisation processes and the handling of medical or surgical instruments.
Skills and Competencies
Candidates should have:
- Good communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- The ability to work cooperatively as part of a team
- A basic understanding of disinfection procedures
- Knowledge of decontamination processes
- A basic understanding of sterilisation procedures
Because CSSD plays an important role in infection prevention within a hospital, applicants should also be able to follow procedures carefully and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
Inherent Requirements of the Job
Applicants must be willing to:
- Work shifts
- Work weekends
- Work public holidays
- Perform night duty when required
- Rotate within different sections of the CSSD department
- Lift and push heavy equipment when necessary
Candidates should take these working conditions into consideration before applying.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful Sterilisation Operator will be responsible for supporting the effective application of sterilisation processes and techniques.
Key duties will include:
- Applying sterilisation processes and techniques correctly
- Following infection prevention and control procedures
- Adhering to health and safety regulations
- Checking, decontaminating, packing and sterilising surgical instruments
- Sterilising linen and other supplies
- Assisting with the cleaning and testing of sterilisation equipment
- Working with disinfectant washers and autoclaves
- Lifting and pushing heavy equipment when required
- Maintaining equipment in good working condition
- Using equipment and consumables in a cost-effective manner
- Ensuring surgical instrument trays are packed correctly
- Marking instrument trays correctly
- Monitoring and controlling stock levels
- Maintaining adequate stock levels within the department
- Reporting lost instruments or equipment
- Assisting with investigations involving missing instruments or equipment
Attention to detail is important in this position because properly sterilised instruments are essential for maintaining patient safety and reducing the risk of infection.
Who Should Apply?
This vacancy may be suitable for candidates who have Grade 9 or a GETC qualification and already have relevant experience in a Central Sterilisation Service Department.
Applicants who are comfortable working in a hospital environment, handling surgical instruments and working shifts may be well suited to the role.
Candidates should also be comfortable working as part of a team and following strict infection-control and safety procedures.
Practical Assessment
Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a practical assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Applicants should therefore make sure that the information included in their application accurately reflects their qualifications and relevant CSSD experience.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs recruitment portal.
Then select “Online Applications” and search for the relevant Sterilisation Operator Production (CSSD) vacancy.
Before submitting your application, make sure that all required information and supporting documents have been completed correctly.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early rather than waiting until the closing date.
No Application Fee
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this vacancy.
Applicants should be cautious of anyone asking for money in exchange for submitting an application or securing employment.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding the vacancy, candidates may contact:
Ms V. Dubase
Telephone: (021) 938-4000
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
24 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Final Reminder
The Department of Health and Wellness Sterilisation Operator Production (CSSD) vacancy at Tygerberg Hospital offers an opportunity for candidates with a Grade 9 or GETC qualification and relevant CSSD experience to seek employment within the Western Cape public healthcare sector.
The position offers a salary of R170 226 per annum, and applications must be submitted online before 24 August 2026.
