Stores Assistant Job Vacancy – Gauteng Department of Health (Sebokeng Hospital)
Reference Number: refs/045344
Department: Department of Health – Supply Chain Management
Location: Sebokeng Hospital, Gauteng
Closing Date: 07 April 2026
Salary: R138,486 per annum (plus benefits)
Number of Posts: 1
📌 Job Overview: Stores Assistant (Government Job Opportunity)
The Gauteng Department of Health is currently hiring a Stores Assistant to join the Supply Chain Management team at Sebokeng Hospital. This entry-level government job is ideal for candidates with basic education qualifications who are looking to build a career in warehouse operations, stock control, and supply chain management.
✅ Minimum Requirements
- ABET Level 4 or Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification)
- Ability to read and write
- Good communication skills
- Honest, reliable, and able to work in a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Knowledge of Supply Chain Management policies (advantageous)
🛠️ Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect and receive stock in the warehouse
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of storage areas
- Distribute stock and assets to end-users
- Assist with stocktaking and inventory control
- Apply FIFO (First-In-First-Out) and FEFO (First-Expiry-First-Out) principles
- Ensure accurate record keeping and stock documentation
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor
📝 How to Apply for the Stores Assistant Post
Applications must be submitted online via:
Important Application Instructions:
- Use the new Z83 application form (available at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents)
- Fully complete, initial, and sign the Z83 form
- Clearly indicate Department of Health as the advertising department
- Attach a recently updated CV with detailed, chronological work experience
- Include institution names, positions, and exact dates (DD/MM/YYYY format)
⚠️ Important Notes for Applicants
- Do not submit copies of qualifications or certificates initially (as per DPSA Circular 19 of 2022)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified documents
- Foreign qualifications must include a SAQA evaluation certificate
- Applications sent by fax or hand delivery will not be accepted
- Incomplete applications will be disqualified
🔍 Selection Process & Additional Information
- Personnel suitability and verification checks will be conducted
- Candidates may undergo medical surveillance as required
- Practical assessments may be used during recruitment
- If you do not receive feedback within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful
- The department reserves the right not to fill the position
♿ Employment Equity
The Gauteng Department of Health is committed to Employment Equity.
People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
❓ Screening Question
- Do you have Grade 10 or ABET Level 4?
📣 Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to gain experience in government supply chain management, warehouse operations, and inventory control within the public healthcare sector.
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