Limpopo Department of Health General Worker / Labourer (Level 2) – 9 Posts
Position Details
Post: General Worker / Labourer [Level 2]
Number of Posts: 9
Salary: R144 024 per annum
Department: Limpopo Department of Health
The Limpopo Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for General Worker / Labourer [Level 2] vacancies across various hospitals in Limpopo Province.
This is a great opportunity for individuals with a Grade 12 certificate or ABET/AET Level 4 qualification who are looking to build a career within the public healthcare sector.
The vacancies are available at the following hospitals:
- Tshilidzini Hospital – 1 Post
- Letaba Hospital – 1 Post
- Mokopane Hospital – 1 Post
- Evuxakeni Hospital – 1 Post
- Louis Trichardt Hospital – 1 Post
- Jane Furse Hospital – 2 Posts
- Malamulele Hospital – 1 Post
- Van Velden Hospital – 1 Post
Minimum Requirements:
- A Grade 12 Certificate or ABET/AET NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by SAQA.
- Exposure to a hospital environment and patient care will be an added advantage.
- Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and supplies.
- Ability to work with heavy-duty laundry and cleaning equipment.
- Willingness to work with human waste, bodily fluids, and corpses where required.
- Ability to operate machinery such as lawnmowers and weed eaters.
- Ability to stand and work for long hours (up to 12 hours daily).
- Willingness to work shifts, including:
- Night duty
- Weekends
- Public holidays
- Willingness to work overtime when required.
Successful candidates should have knowledge of:
- Batho Pele Principles
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS), 1993
- Waste management procedures
- Good communication skills
- Customer care and teamwork
Key Performance Areas
Depending on operational needs, duties may include the following:
General Duties
- Loading and offloading goods
- Assisting artisans and tradesmen aides
- Keeping tools safe and clean
- Maintaining hospital grounds and surrounding areas
Porter Duties
- Transporting patients using stretchers or wheelchairs
- Assisting with carrying patients
- Taking corpses to the mortuary
- Cleaning and maintaining stretchers and wheelchairs
Laundry Aid Duties
- Recording incoming and outgoing linen daily
- Handling soiled and clean linen according to infection control procedures
- Cleaning laundry equipment and facilities
- Following health and safety regulations
Cleaner Duties
- Cleaning offices, passages, and ablution facilities
- Emptying dustbins and collecting waste
- Maintaining cleaning equipment and materials
- Performing additional cleaning tasks when required
These positions offer:
- Stable government employment
- Valuable experience in the healthcare sector
- Opportunities to develop workplace skills
- Exposure to hospital operations and patient support services
How to apply:
Applicants should apply using the relevant hospital application link:
- Tshilidzini Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Letaba Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Mokopane Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Evuxakeni Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Louis Trichardt Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Jane Furse Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Malamulele Hospital – Click Here to Apply
- Van Velden Hospital – Click Here to Apply
Closing Date: 29 May 2026
Important Notes
1. Ensure that all conditions and requirements of the post are read carefully before submitting an application. Each applicant is responsible for understanding the full scope of the position prior to applying.
2. Failure to comply with any of the instructions provided in the circular will result in disqualification of the application. Incomplete or incorrect submissions will not be considered.
3. Submission of an application indicates full acceptance of all conditions and requirements attached to the post as outlined in Departmental Circular No. 22 of 2026 issued by the Limpopo Department of Health.
4. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for vacant posts within the Department of Health. Only candidates who meet the stated minimum requirements should apply.
5. Applications must include a fully completed and signed Z83 Application Form, obtainable from any government institution or the official DPSA website, and must be accompanied by a detailed and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
6. Completion of the Z83 Application Form must strictly follow the guidelines provided:
- All sections in Part A, Part C, and Part D must be completed in full.
- In Part B, all fields must be completed except for passport numbers for South African applicants.
- If an applicant indicates “No” to conducting business with the State, it is acceptable to indicate “Not Applicable” where required.
- Where the answer is “Yes,” full details must be provided.
7. In the event that the applicant is employed in the Public Service, disclosure regarding relinquishing business interests must be completed. If the profession requires official registration, details must be provided where applicable. If such information is not available, the section may be left blank.
8. Limited space in Parts E, F, and G of the Z83 form may be supplemented by indicating “Refer to CV” or “See Attached.” However, the CV must contain all relevant information. Missing information not reflected in the CV may lead to disqualification.
9. The Curriculum Vitae (CV) serves as an extension of the Z83 application form. All information provided in the CV must be accurate, complete, and truthful. Accountability rests with the applicant for any information submitted.
10. Questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered. Applicants currently employed in the Public Service are not required to complete this section, as it is intended for individuals seeking re-employment.
11. Applicants holding foreign qualifications are responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Proof of such evaluation must be submitted when required.
12. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. At that stage, certified copies of qualifications, identity documents, and proof of registration with relevant statutory bodies (where applicable) must be presented.
13. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to two pre-entry assessments:
- A practical assessment relevant to the job.
- An integrity and ethical conduct assessment, in line with the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation effective from 01 April 2024.
14. Successful candidates will undergo Personnel Suitability Checks in accordance with the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation. Additionally, appointed candidates may be required to disclose financial interests within 30 days of assuming duty.
15. The Department of Health follows Employment Equity and Affirmative Action principles. Applications from women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If no response is received within 90 days after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful. Applicants may request reasons for administrative decisions in terms of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, 2000.
16. No payment is required at any stage of the recruitment process. The Department reserves the right not to fill any of the advertised posts. Applicants must quote the correct Circular Number (No. 22 of 2026) or the reference number indicated in the application link when applying.