The Gauteng Department of Health has announced two Store Assistant vacancies at Tambo Memorial Hospital, offering an opportunity for job seekers with a Grade 10 qualification or equivalent to join the public healthcare sector. The positions are located within the hospital’s Supply Chain Directorate and offer a salary of R144,024 per annum plus benefits.
The Store Assistant role is suitable for candidates interested in stores, warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain and asset management. Current and former Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) interns are also encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online before 03 September 2026.
Department of Health Store Assistant Vacancies Overview
| Job Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Position | Store Assistant |
| Reference Number | REFS/056294 |
| Directorate | Supply Chain |
| Number of Posts | 2 |
| Location | Tambo Memorial Hospital |
| Salary | R144,024 per annum plus benefits |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 10 or equivalent |
| Closing Date | 03 September 2026 |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have at least a Grade 10 qualification or an equivalent recognised qualification.
Candidates should also have qualities that will help them perform effectively in a busy hospital stores environment. These include:
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good planning and organisational abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Honesty, integrity and reliability.
- Self-motivation and a strong work ethic.
- Basic knowledge of warehouse operations.
- Ability to handle and move heavy objects where required.
- Understanding of the Batho Pele Principles.
- Ability to follow instructions and workplace procedures.
Current and previous EPWP interns are specifically encouraged to submit applications.
Store Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will support the daily operation of the hospital’s warehouse and asset management functions.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Receiving stock and assets from suppliers.
- Packing stock in the appropriate storage areas.
- Pulling stock from shelves and placing it onto pallets.
- Dispatching stock and assets to different areas of the hospital.
- Keeping storerooms, shelves and storage areas clean and organised.
- Reporting damaged, neglected or incorrectly stored stock and assets.
- Assisting with general warehouse and asset management activities.
- Following reasonable instructions from supervisors and line managers.
- Complying with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
- Working in both the Warehouse and Assets components when required.
- Following the official staff rotation roster.
- Attending meetings, training and development activities.
- Participating in the Performance Management and Development System.
Employees may also be required to work overtime when operational requirements make it necessary.
Skills and Experience
The position provides an opportunity for entry-level candidates who meet the educational requirement and are interested in stores and supply chain work.
Applicants should be organised, dependable and comfortable working in a warehouse environment. Attention to detail is important because the role involves receiving, storing and distributing hospital supplies and managing government assets. Good communication skills are also useful when working with supervisors, colleagues, suppliers and different hospital departments.
How to Apply
Applications for these Store Assistant vacancies must be submitted online through the Gauteng Provincial Government recruitment system. Applicants should complete the new Z83 Application for Employment form and submit it together with a recently updated and detailed CV. When completing the application, candidates should ensure that:
- The Z83 form is fully completed.
- The form is initialled where required.
- The form is signed.
- Information on the Z83 matches the information provided in the CV.
- Employment history is clearly listed in chronological order.
- Employment dates are provided accurately, preferably using the DD/MM/YYYY format.
Apply online through the Gauteng Provincial Government recruitment system: Gauteng Government Jobs,No faxed or hand-delivered applications will be accepted., Applicants with qualifications obtained outside South Africa may be required to provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo personnel suitability checks and verification of the information provided in their applications.
The Department may also conduct practical exercises or assessments to determine the suitability of candidates for the position. A recommended candidate may be required to undergo medical surveillance in line with occupational health and safety requirements., People with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and the Gauteng Department of Health will apply relevant Employment Equity principles during the recruitment process.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Department of Health Store Assistant vacancies at Tambo Memorial Hospital is 03 September 2026. Eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day. For enquiries regarding the vacancies, applicants can contact Ms Z.M. Malobola on 011 898 8000.
Final Thoughts
These two Store Assistant positions at Tambo Memorial Hospital offer an opportunity for suitably qualified candidates to gain employment within the Gauteng public healthcare system. With a Grade 10 qualification as the minimum educational requirement and a salary of R144,024 per annum plus benefits, the vacancies may be suitable for applicants seeking entry-level government employment in stores, logistics or supply chain operations. Interested candidates should carefully prepare their Z83 form and updated CV and complete the online application before 03 September 2026.
