Principal Porter (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:
Permanent

Reference No:
MHS541/2026

Location:
Karl Bremer Hospital, Northern/Tygerberg Sub-structure, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

REMUNERATION

R 170 226 - R 200 523 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

04 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

18 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

ENQUIRIES

Mr C Rhodes tel. (021) 918 1230

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Responsible for overall supervision and management of Porters. Management of mortuary equipment, assets and consumables. Ensure effective and efficient mortuary administration and handling of bodies. To provide an effective and efficient support to Support Services Managers.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

A Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to work night shifts, public holidays, weekends, overtime and be on standby.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate supervisory experience of staff and mortuary administration.

NOTE

Candidates will be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) / Grade 9 / STD7.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Computer skills (MS Office, Excel and Word). Knowledge of applicable death administration legislations and relevant policies. Knowledge of infection prevention and control.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.