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Department of Health and Wellness · Khayelitsha District Hospital
- Closing date
- 16 October 2026
- Reference
- PSC 35/304
- Salary band
- R 170 226
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Health and Wellness Location: Khayelitsha District Hospital Salary: R170 226 per annum Requirements: Minimum requirements of the job: Grade 10 or equivalent. Experience: Appropriate experience within maintenance field. Appropriate experience with workshop tools. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to be on stand- by. Willingness to work overtime. Physically fit to do manual labour. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to handle tools parts and materials. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to speak effectively in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety. Duties: Carry out minor maintenance tasks. Assist with repairs and emergency breakdowns (including after hours’ repairs). Assist with the installation of plants, equipment and alterations. Clear areas where work has been carried out. Ensure that tools and material are available when needed. Assist the Artisans in the execution of their duties. Enquiries: Mr. N Bavuma Tel No: (021) 360-4705 Notes: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Closing Date: 2026-10-16T17:00:00+02:00
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1. Check your match
Match your CV to the 10 listed requirements using truthful examples from work, study, volunteering or projects.
2. Prepare only what is needed
Keep a current CV and, where the advert asks for it, a completed Z83 form ready. Do not add certificates or ID copies unless the vacancy requests them.
3. Tailor your evidence
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4. Submit and keep a record
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Requirements
- ✓Minimum requirements of the job: Grade 10 or equivalent
- ✓Experience: Appropriate experience within maintenance field
- ✓Appropriate experience with workshop tools
- ✓Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to be on stand- by
- ✓Willingness to work overtime
- ✓Physically fit to do manual labour
- ✓Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to handle tools parts and materials
- ✓Good interpersonal skills
- ✓Ability to speak effectively in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
- ✓Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety
Key responsibilities
- •Carry out minor maintenance tasks
- •Assist with repairs and emergency breakdowns (including after hours’ repairs)
- •Assist with the installation of plants, equipment and alterations
- •Clear areas where work has been carried out
- •Ensure that tools and material are available when needed
- •Assist the Artisans in the execution of their duties
About Department of Health
The National Department of Health sets South Africa's health policy and oversees the public healthcare system, working alongside nine provincial health departments that run hospitals, clinics, and community health services. Its core mandate covers disease prevention, primary healthcare access, hospital management, and public health programmes including HIV/TB treatment and maternal health.
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