Porter x2 posts
PORTER (x2 Posts)
Reference Number: REFS/035139
Directorate: Support
Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
Location: South Rand Hospital
Closing Date: 05 February 2026
Salary Package
R138 486 per annum, plus benefits
Enquiries
Mr. N.A. Seanego – ☎️ 011 681 2075
Job Purpose
To provide efficient, safe, and patient-centred porter services by transporting patients, equipment, and related items within the hospital environment, while upholding Batho Pele Principles, Patient Rights, and Occupational Health and Safety standards.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 10 / AET Level 5 to Grade 12 certificate
(School report with official school stamp and log required) - Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital or healthcare environment
- Knowledge of:
- Batho Pele Principles
- Patient Rights Charter
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act
- Good customer service skills
- Ability to read and write
- Self-driven, motivated, and able to work in a team
- Willingness and ability to work shifts
Key Responsibilities
- Escort patients safely between hospital departments
- Transport and collect trolleys, wheelchairs, stretchers, and other equipment
- Ensure cleanliness and hygiene of patient equipment
- Maintain equipment in good working condition
- Escort deceased patients from wards to the mortuary with dignity and care
- Uphold:
- Ideal Hospital Framework and Realisation
- Batho Pele Principles
- Patient Rights and OHS Act
- Assist in managing patient complaints and safety incidents
- Perform additional duties as delegated by management
Application Process
- Applications must be submitted online only via:
🌐 http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za - No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted
- For online application assistance, email:
📧 healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
Required Documents
- Fully completed and signed new Z83 application form
(Available at Public Service Departments or www.dpsa.gov.za) - Recently updated comprehensive CV
⚠️ Applications without a completed Z83 form and CV will be disqualified.
Important Notes
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to submit certified copies of qualifications and relevant documents (not older than 6 months)
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
- Background checks will include criminal record, citizenship, credit, qualification, and employment verification
- Candidates may be required to undergo a skills/knowledge test and medical surveillance
- If you are not contacted within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
Equity Statement
The Department of Health is committed to promoting representivity (race, gender, and disability).
Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to interns, former interns, and EPWP participants.
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