The Limpopo Department of Health has opened applications for 2,040 Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) employment opportunities across the province. These fixed-term positions provide an opportunity for unemployed South Africans to gain valuable work experience while earning a monthly stipend.
Successful applicants will be appointed until 31 March 2027 and will receive a monthly stipend of R4,121.76.
Application Closing Date
- Closing Date: 28 July 2026
Job Locations
The vacancies are available at:
- Limpopo Department of Health Head Office
- Public hospitals
- Community health centres
- Clinics
- Forensic pathology units
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) facilities
Limpopo Department of Health EPWP Vacancies 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Limpopo Department of Health |
| Programme | Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) |
| Circular | Departmental Circular No. 49 of 2026 |
| Total Posts | 2,040 |
| Monthly Stipend | R4,121.76 |
| Contract Period | Until 31 March 2027 |
| Working Hours | 8 Hours Per Day |
| Province | Limpopo |
| Closing Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Application Method | Online |
| Documents Required | New Z83 Form and Updated CV |
Available EPWP Positions
1. EPWP General Worker Vacancies
- Position: General Worker
- Number of Posts: 1,985
- Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76
- Minimum Qualification: ABET
General Worker opportunities are available at the Department’s Head Office, hospitals, clinics and community health centres throughout Limpopo.
General Worker Posts by District
| District | Posts |
|---|---|
| Head Office (Polokwane) | 10 |
| St Maria Hospital | 5 |
| Waterberg | 324 |
| Capricorn | 485 |
| Vhembe | 471 |
| Mopani | 341 |
| Sekhukhune | 349 |
General Worker Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Minimum ABET qualification
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and supplies
- Ability to operate heavy-duty cleaning equipment
- Ability to use lawnmowers and weed eaters
- Willingness to handle medical waste and human fluids
- Good communication skills
- Customer care skills
- Knowledge of waste management
- Understanding of Batho Pele Principles
General Worker Duties
Successful applicants will:
- Clean healthcare facilities
- Clean hospital grounds
- Perform sluicing duties
- Follow infection prevention procedures
- Handle cleaning equipment
- Assist with waste management
- Carry out general support duties
District Facilities
Waterberg District (324 Posts)
Facilities include:
- Thabazimbi Hospital
- Ellisras Hospital
- Witpoort Hospital
- George Masebe Hospital
- Mokopane Hospital
- Voortrekker Hospital
- FH Odendaal Hospital
- Warmbaths Hospital
- Bela-Bela Clinic
- Lephalale Clinic
- Marapong Community Health Centre
- Mookgophong Community Health Centre
- Northam Clinic
- Thabazimbi Town Clinic
Capricorn District (485 Posts)
Facilities include:
- Pietersburg Hospital
- Mankweng Hospital
- Botlokwa Hospital
- Helene Franz Hospital
- WF Knobel Hospital
- Lebowakgomo Hospital
- Thabamoopo Hospital
- Seshego Hospital
- Zebediela Hospital
- Blouberg Community Health Centre
- Mankweng Gateway Clinic
- Moletjie Clinic
- Seshego Clinics
- Lebowakgomo Clinics
Vhembe District (471 Posts)
Facilities include:
- Tshilidzini Hospital
- Donald Fraser Hospital
- Siloam Hospital
- Hayani Hospital
- Louis Trichardt Hospital
- Elim Hospital
- Malamulele Hospital
- Messina Hospital
- Thohoyandou Community Health Centre
- Bungeni Community Health Centre
- Makhado Community Health Centre
- Mutale Community Health Centre
- Various clinics across the district
Mopani District (341 Posts)
Facilities include:
- Letaba Hospital
- Kgapane Hospital
- Nkhensani Hospital
- Van Velden Hospital
- Dr CN Phatudi Hospital
- Maphutha L Malatji Hospital
- Sekororo Hospital
- Evuxakeni Hospital
- Lenyenye Malaria Station
- Giyani Community Health Centre
- Lulekani Community Health Centre
- Nkowankowa Community Health Centre
Sekhukhune District (349 Posts)
Facilities include:
- Philadelphia Hospital
- Groblersdal Hospital
- St Rita’s Hospital
- Jane Furse Hospital
- Dilokong Hospital
- Mecklenburg Hospital
- Matlala Hospital
- Philadelphia Gateway Clinic
- Groblersdal Clinic
- Jane Furse Gateway Clinic
- Mecklenburg Gateway Clinic
- Burgersfort Clinic
- Praktiseer Clinic
2. EPWP Records Management Assistant
- Posts: 10
- Location: Head Office
- Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4
- Computer literacy
- Good communication skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork skills
Advantage:
- Qualification in Records Management or Archival Studies
- Previous registry or records management experience
Duties
Successful applicants will:
- Receive departmental records
- Capture information into registers
- Sort and label files
- File and archive documents
- Protect confidential records
- Maintain record security
- Compile monthly and quarterly reports
- Monitor records stored in the warehouse
3. EPWP Forensic Pathology Services Assistant
- Posts: 35
- Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76
Available Facilities
Posts are available at:
- Pietersburg Hospital
- Tshilidzini Hospital
- Letaba Forensic Unit
- Groblersdal Forensic Unit
- Lebowakgomo Forensic Unit
- Mokopane Forensic Unit
- Warmbaths Forensic Unit
- St Rita’s Forensic Unit
- Maphutha L Malatji Forensic Unit
- Nkhensani Forensic Unit
- Elim Forensic Unit
- Kgapane Forensic Unit
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4
- Valid driver’s licence
- Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
- Computer literacy
- Ability to work in a mortuary environment
- Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
Advantage:
- NQF Level 6 qualification in Health Sciences
Applicants will also complete a driving assessment.
Duties
Responsibilities include:
- Receiving and releasing deceased persons
- Assisting with forensic procedures
- Completing legal documentation
- Supporting body identification
- Transporting deceased persons
- Maintaining mortuary facilities
- Safeguarding forensic exhibits
- Cleaning equipment
- Attending court when required
- Working overtime and standby shifts
4. EPWP EMS Call-Takers and Dispatchers
- Posts: 10
- Location: Emergency Communication Centre, Polokwane
- Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4
- Basic Ambulance Assistant Certificate
- HPCSA registration
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of Basic Life Support
- EMS operational knowledge
- Good communication skills
- Telephone etiquette
- English proficiency
- Ability to communicate in at least one local language
Duties
Successful applicants will:
- Answer emergency calls
- Collect patient and incident information
- Prioritise emergencies
- Dispatch ambulances
- Record incidents on the Computer-Aided Dispatch System
- Update emergency records
- Provide approved pre-arrival instructions
- Maintain confidentiality
General Conditions
Applicants should note that:
- Working hours are 8 hours per day
- Applicants must not have participated in an EPWP programme for more than 24 months
- No application fee is payable
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
- Shortlisted applicants may undergo practical assessments and integrity checks
- The Department reserves the right not to fill advertised posts
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Completed and signed New Z83 Application Form
- Updated comprehensive CV
Certified documents are not required during the initial application unless specifically requested.
Shortlisted candidates will later submit:
- Certified ID copy
- Certified qualifications
- Academic transcripts (where applicable)
- Driver’s licence and PDP (where required)
- Professional registration certificates
- SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications
Important Z83 Instructions
Applicants must ensure that:
- Parts A, C and D are fully completed.
- All questions in Part B are answered.
- Parts E, F and G may state “Refer to CV” where applicable.
- The form is signed.
- The correct reference (Circular No. 49 of 2026 or the relevant LDH/ reference number) is quoted.
- Do not use S4/1/1, as it is an internal departmental reference.
How to Apply
Applicants should:
- Read the official Departmental Circular.
- Choose the position they qualify for.
- Select their preferred district and healthcare facility.
- Click the online application link for that facility.
- Complete and sign the New Z83 Form.
- Attach an updated CV.
- Submit the application before 28 July 2026.
Note: Submit a separate application for each position or facility you wish to apply for.
Enquiries
For further information, contact:
- Ms Mompei MM: 015 293 6126
- Mr Mashao A: 015 293 6318
- Mr Ngobeni TM: 015 293 6423
Office hours apply.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates may undergo:
- Document verification
- Qualification verification
- Professional registration checks
- Practical assessments
- Integrity and ethical-conduct assessments
- Interviews
- Reference checks
- Driving tests (Forensic Pathology applicants)
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Application Results
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 90 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closing Date
Applications close on 28 July 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully read the official circular and ensure that all application requirements are met. Incomplete applications or failure to follow the prescribed instructions may result in disqualification.
