Department of Health Material Recording Clerk Posts at Far East Rand Hospital
Department of Health Material Recording Clerk Posts at Far East Rand Hospital
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitable applicants to apply for Material Recording Clerk vacancies at Far East Rand Hospital. There are 2 posts available under the Supply Chain Directorate, offering a salary package of R237 453 per annum plus benefits.
This opportunity is ideal for applicants with a Grade 12 or equivalent qualification, strong numerical ability, computer literacy and good communication skills. The successful candidates will support supply chain, procurement, stock control and asset management functions within the hospital.
Job Overview
Position: Material Recording Clerk
Reference Number: refs/050262
Employer: Department of Health
Directorate: Supply Chain
Number of Posts: 2
Location: Far East Rand Hospital
Salary: R237 453 per annum plus benefits
Closing Date: 17 July 2026
Enquiries: Mr B Khumalo: 011 812 8356
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
- Good conflict management skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Numerical competency
- Computer literacy
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to meet deadlines
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will be expected to support the Supply Chain unit by performing administrative, procurement, stock and asset-related duties.
Responsibilities include:
- Compiling and costing the institution’s demand plan and procurement plan
- Using the Central Supplier Database to identify suitable suppliers
- Printing and compiling quotations with supporting documents
- Capturing requisitions for the creation of purchase orders
- Following up on deliveries from suppliers
- Posting received and issued stock on VA10 and VA11 bin cards
- Updating stock information on Excel spreadsheets
- Compiling monthly theoretical stock movement reports
- Calculating minimum and maximum stock levels for the new financial year
- Ensuring stock availability at all times
- Barcoding and allocating new assets
- Managing the movement of assets to different areas
- Capturing Goods Received Vouchers
- Clearing invoices on the IMS system
- Liaising with suppliers
- Updating the monthly acquisition spreadsheet
- Participating in stocktaking twice a year
- Carrying out lawful instructions from the supervisor or delegated authority
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted strictly online through the Gauteng e-Recruitment portal.
Applicants must complete the new Z83 application form, effective from 1 January 2021, and attach a detailed CV. The CV must include a clear description of duties and the names of two referees who are current or previous supervisors.
Certified documents will only be required from shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by the Human Resources department and informed when to submit certified copies.
Important Notes for Applicants
- No faxed applications will be accepted.
- No emailed applications will be accepted.
- No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
- Only online applications will be considered.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA.
- The Gauteng Department of Health supports the appointment of persons with disabilities.
- Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to verification checks, including qualification verification, reference checks, financial checks and criminal record checks.
- Suitable candidates may be required to undergo Occupational Health and Safety medical surveillance where applicable.
- If you are not contacted within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- The Public Service does not charge any fee for job applications. Report anyone asking for payment.
Closing Date
Applications for the Department of Health Material Recording Clerk posts at Far East Rand Hospital must be submitted before or on 17 July 2026.
