General Worker Jobs at Department of Health and Wellness
General Worker Jobs at the Department of Health and Wellness offer a good opportunity for individuals who want to work in a hospital environment and support pharmacy store operations. In this role, you will help with delivering medical stock, handling packages, and supporting daily store and messenger duties within the hospital. General Worker Jobs focus on moving pharmaceutical items safely, checking stock deliveries, and making sure products reach the correct hospital departments on time. You will also help maintain proper handling procedures, including cold chain requirements for medicine and medical supplies.
Position Details
- Job Title: General Worker Stores (Cart Store: Pharmacy)
- Reference: POST 15/187
- Company: Department of Health and Wellness
- Location: Western Cape, Tygerberg Hospital
- Employment Type: Permanent Government Position
- Salary: R144 024 per annum
- Closing Date: 22 May 2026 at 17:00 PM
Requirements
People who want to apply for General Worker Jobs should meet the following requirements:
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Experience working in a hospital environment is an advantage
- Physically fit and able to lift heavy boxes
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer knowledge
- Understanding of stock handling procedures
- Ability to work carefully and follow instructions
Skills Required
Candidates applying for General Worker Jobs should have the following skills:
- Stock handling skills
- Communication skills
- Time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork skills
- Basic computer skills
- Organising skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Physical strength and stamina
- Ability to follow safety procedures
- Problem-solving skills
- Reliability and responsibility
Key Responsibilities
Candidates in General Worker Jobs will be responsible for the following duties:
- Deliver pharmaceutical items to different hospital departments
- Collect packages from wards and other hospital areas
- Provide messenger services when needed
- Answer telephones and take messages
- Check packages for damages and accuracy
- Maintain cold chain procedures for medical products
- Report damaged stock or delivery problems
- Assist with handling and movement of pharmacy stock
- Follow hospital safety and handling procedures
- Support daily pharmacy cart store operations
Why Apply
- Opportunity to work in a government hospital
- Stable government job opportunity
- Gain experience in hospital and pharmacy support services
- Learn stock handling and healthcare procedures
- Work in a professional healthcare environment
- Build experience in hospital operations
- Opportunity to work as part of a healthcare support team
Important Notes
- Applications must be submitted online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs website (click “online applications”).
- Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83.Download Z83 Form Here
- No payment is required when applying for this post
- Shortlisted candidates will complete a practical assessment
- Candidates may also complete integrity and pre-entry assessments
- Preference may be given to excess personnel
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Candidates must be available for interviews when requested
Enquiries: Mr W Isaacs Tel No: (021) 938-4798
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