Job Post: Porter (3 Posts) at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital
Location: Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 23 March 2026
Reference Number: refs/035696
Directorate: Support Services
The Department of Health is currently seeking dedicated and physically capable individuals to fill three (3) Porter positions at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are passionate about contributing to the healthcare sector by ensuring the smooth transit of patients and maintaining the dignity of the hospital environment.
If you are looking for a stable career in the public health sector with a commitment to service excellence, this role offers a chance to become an integral part of the support services team.
Job Details
Element Details
Employer Department of Health
Institution Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital
Package R138 486.00 per annum (plus benefits)
Enquiries Ms G Simba – Tel No: (011) 489 0074
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
· Educational Qualification: A minimum of Grade 10 / Standard 8 or ABET Level 4.
· Core Competencies:
· Sound knowledge of the Batho Pele Principles (Putting People First).
· Understanding of Patients’ Rights and Responsibilities.
· Strong interpersonal relations skills to interact effectively with patients, staff, and external stakeholders.
· Proficiency in telephone etiquette.
· Work Availability: Willingness to work shifts, including weekends, night shifts, and public holidays.
Key Responsibilities
As a Porter at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital, your duties will be critical to the operational efficiency of the facility. The primary responsibilities include:
· Patient Transport: Safely transporting patients via stretcher or wheelchair to and from various wards, departments (such as X-ray, Physiotherapy, or Theatres), and admission points.
· Mortuary Duties: Transporting deceased patients to the mortuary with dignity and respect. Additionally, you will be required to release bodies after hours and on weekends to authorized funeral houses as requested.
· Equipment Management: Cleaning and washing stretchers and wheelchairs to maintain hygiene standards. You will also be responsible for collecting stretchers and wheelchairs from various points around the institution to ensure they are readily available for use.
Application Notes & Important Instructions
The Department of Health has outlined strict application procedures for this vacancy. Failure to adhere to these instructions may result in disqualification.
- Submission Method:
Applications must be submitted strictly online. Only online applications will be considered. Please ensure your application is uploaded in PDF format only. When applying, use the reference number (refs/035696) as the subject line. - Required Documentation:
In line with the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications at the application stage. You must submit:
· A fully completed new Z83 form. This form must be initialled and signed. Ensure the department listed is “Department of Health.” Refer to the special notes on the left side of the Z83 for clarity on how to complete it.
· A detailed, recently updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) .
- CV Formatting:
Your CV must be precise and list all experience in chronological order. For each position held, you must specify:
· The position title.
· The institution.
· The starting and ending dates in the format DD/MM/YYYY.
Note: The information provided on your new Z83 must be consistent with the information provided in your CV.
- Shortlisting and Verification:
· Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents before or on the day of the interview.
· Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC): The Department will conduct rigorous verification, including reference checks. You must provide at least three (3) contactable references, one of which must be your immediate supervisor. The Department reserves the right to conduct verification beyond the names provided.
· Other verifications include identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks, and employment verification.
- Additional Conditions:
· Foreign Qualifications: Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when shortlisted.
· Medical Surveillance: The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993.
· Practical Assessments: The institution reserves the right to utilize practical exercises or tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates.
· Right to Not Fill: The Department reserves the right not to fill the post.
Employment Equity
The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment contributes to the achievement of equitable representation. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males, and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.
Criteria Questions
Before applying, ensure you can answer “Yes” to the following screening questions:
- Do you have a minimum of Grade 10 / Standard 8 or ABET level 4?
- Do you have knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, Patients’ Rights and Responsibilities?
- Are you willing to work shifts, weekends, nightshift, and public holidays?
Contact and Further Information
Postal Address:
75 Fox Street, Marshalltown
Johannesburg
2000
Email for Enquiries:
e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za
Important Notice Regarding Communication
Due to the anticipated large number of applications, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of your application. If you do not receive any response within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Closing Date: 23 March 2026
Note: This job post is based on information provided by the Gauteng Department of Health. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
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