Department of Health Stores Assistant Vacancy in Tshwane
Department of Health Stores Assistant Vacancy in Tshwane
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a Stores Assistant vacancy at Tshwane District Health Services.
This entry-level government position is suitable for applicants with Grade 10, Standard 8 or an ABET Level 4 certificate. The successful candidate will support the Supply Chain Management Directorate by receiving, packing, storing and dispatching stock and assets.
Current and former EPWP participants and interns are encouraged to submit applications before the closing date.
Department of Health Stores Assistant Vacancy Details
Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
Job title: Stores Assistant
Reference number: REFS/050493
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
Number of posts: 1
Location: Tshwane District Health Services, Gauteng
Salary: R144,024 to R169,656 per annum, plus benefits
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have one of the following:
- Grade 10
- Standard 8
- ABET Level 4 certificate
Applicants should also demonstrate:
- The ability to work under pressure
- Good interpersonal skills
- Strong planning and organisational abilities
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Honesty, integrity and reliability
- Self-motivation and a responsible work ethic
- The physical ability to handle heavy objects when required
- Knowledge of warehouse operations
- Knowledge of the Batho Pele Principles
- Basic knowledge of labour relations processes
Current and previous Expanded Public Works Programme participants and interns are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for receiving and packing stock or assets delivered by suppliers.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Removing stock from shelves and placing it on pallets
- Dispatching stock and assets to different areas within the hospital
- Keeping shelves and storage areas clean, organised and safe
- Reporting damaged, missing or neglected stock to the supervisor
- Assisting with the collection of stock and assets from hospital units
- Collecting stock from service providers and other institutions when required
- Managing documents used when receiving and issuing stock
- Ensuring that stock records and supporting documents are properly maintained
- Complying with Occupational Health and Safety requirements in the warehouse
- Rotating between the Warehouse and Assets sections
- Following the approved rotation roster
- Working overtime when operational needs arise
- Attending training sessions, meetings and development activities
- Participating in performance contracting, quarterly reviews and final assessments
- Carrying out lawful and reasonable instructions from supervisors or line managers
Who Should Apply?
This vacancy may be suitable for candidates who are dependable, physically fit and comfortable performing practical warehouse duties.
Applicants should be willing to lift and move stock, work in different sections and follow instructions carefully. Candidates should also be able to maintain accurate records and work professionally with colleagues, suppliers and hospital staff.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Provincial Government e-Recruitment portal:
Hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may send their enquiries to:
healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A fully completed and signed new Z83 application form
- A detailed and updated CV
- The correct reference number: REFS/050493
The Z83 form can be obtained from any Public Service department or downloaded from the DPSA website.
Applicants must complete all relevant fields in Parts A, C and D of the form. Applications submitted without a completed and signed Z83 form or a detailed CV may be disqualified.
Applicants should leave the professional registration section blank when the position does not require official professional registration.
Documents Required From Shortlisted Candidates
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Human Resources Unit and asked to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant supporting documents.
The certified copies must not be older than six months when requested.
Applicants with qualifications obtained outside South Africa must provide an evaluation certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority.
Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that foreign qualifications are evaluated by SAQA.
Personnel Suitability Checks
Before an appointment is made, the Department may conduct:
- Criminal-record checks
- Citizenship verification
- Qualification verification
- Reference checks
- Financial-record checks
- Company-directorship checks
- Social-media checks
The recommended candidate may also be required to undergo medical surveillance in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Enquiries
For enquiries about the vacancy, contact:
Mr TD Makgari or Mr G Masuluke
Telephone: 012 451 9003 or 012 451 9214
Closing Date
Applications close on 31 July 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date to avoid possible technical problems on the e-Recruitment portal. Before submitting your application, confirm that the Z83 form is signed, the CV is attached and the correct reference number has been included.
Important Notice
The Gauteng Department of Health does not accept applications by email, fax or hand delivery for this vacancy. Only applications submitted through the official online recruitment portal will be considered.
