How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online. The Department states that faxed applications and hand-delivered applications will not be considered.

Applicants can use either of the following official Gauteng Government recruitment platforms:

When searching or applying, use:

Position: Store Assistant
Reference Number: refs/056294
Department: Department of Health
Location: Tambo Memorial Hospital

Documents Required When Applying

Applications must include:

1. New Z83 Application Form

Applicants must complete the new Z83 form.

The form must be:

• Fully completed
• Initialled where required
• Signed
• Consistent with the information contained in your CV

Under the department where the position was advertised, applicants should state:

Department of Health

The Z83 form can also be obtained from a Public Service Department or through the DPSA.

Department of Public Service and Administration

2. Updated Detailed CV

Your Z83 must be accompanied by a recently updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae.

Your employment history should be presented chronologically.

For each position, the CV should show:

• Institution/employer
• Position held
• Starting date
• Ending date
• Relevant duties

The Department specifically requests dates in DD/MM/YYYY format so that the duration of experience can be calculated.

Do You Need Certified Qualifications When Applying?

According to the vacancy notice, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificates and other supporting documents with the initial application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide certified copies of relevant documents on or before the interview.

Candidates with foreign qualifications may be required to provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Selection and Verification Process

The Department may conduct:

• Personnel Suitability Checks
• Verification checks
• Qualification verification
• Other necessary background verification
• Medical surveillance where required under occupational health and safety requirements
• Practical exercises or tests for non-SMS positions

Tambo Memorial Hospital reserves the right to use practical exercises/tests during recruitment to determine candidates’ suitability.

Closing Date

3 September 2026

Because the closing date is very close, applicants should complete and submit their applications as soon as possible.

The Department states that applications will not necessarily be individually acknowledged due to the expected volume.

If you have not received a response within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

CV Tips for Department of Health Store Assistant Applicants

This is a Grade 10-level opportunity, so applicants should keep their CV clear and focused on practical skills relevant to warehouse and store operations.

Highlight Experience Such As

If you genuinely have it, mention experience involving:

• Receiving stock
• Packing stock
• Loading or unloading goods
• Picking stock
• Warehouse work
• General work
• Asset handling
• Stock counting
• Cleaning warehouses or storerooms
• Moving goods
• Working with pallets
• Dispatching stock
• Following safety procedures

EPWP experience should also be clearly shown because current and previous EPWP interns are encouraged to apply.

Don’t Leave Your Duties Blank

Instead of:

General Worker – ABC Company – 2024–2025

provide meaningful information, for example:

General Worker – ABC Company
01/02/2024 – 30/11/2025

Duties:

• Received and packed stock
• Assisted with loading and unloading deliveries
• Organised stock in the storeroom
• Maintained clean storage areas
• Assisted with stock counts
• Followed workplace safety procedures

Only use duties that accurately reflect your experience.

CV Profile Example

“Hardworking and reliable Grade 10 candidate with good teamwork, communication and organisational skills. Able to perform physical duties, follow instructions and work effectively under pressure. Committed to maintaining high standards of honesty, workplace safety and responsible handling of stock and assets.”

Possible Store Assistant Interview Questions

Candidates should prepare for questions such as:

1. Tell us about yourself.
2. Why do you want to work at Tambo Memorial Hospital?
3. What do you understand about the duties of a Store Assistant?
4. What experience do you have working with stock?
5. Have you worked in a warehouse or storeroom before?
6. How would you receive a delivery from a supplier?
7. How would you organise stock on shelves?
8. What would you do if you found damaged stock?
9. What would you do if the quantity delivered did not appear correct?
10. Why is warehouse cleanliness important?
11. Are you comfortable handling heavy objects?
12. How would you safely move stock?
13. Why is occupational health and safety important in a warehouse?
14. What are the Batho Pele Principles?
15. Why is honesty important when working with government stock and assets?
16. How would you handle pressure when several departments require stock urgently?
17. Can you work independently?
18. Give us an example of when you worked successfully as part of a team.
19. How do you follow instructions from a supervisor?
20. Are you willing to rotate between the Warehouse and Assets components?
21. Are you willing to work overtime when required?
22. How would you keep a storeroom organised?
23. What would you do if you noticed an unsafe condition in the warehouse?
24. What does good work ethic mean to you?
25. Why should the Department of Health appoint you?

Important Reminder

There are 2 Store Assistant positions available at Tambo Memorial Hospital, with a minimum requirement of Grade 10 or equivalent.

Salary: R144,024 per annum plus benefits
Reference: refs/056294
Closing Date: 3 September 2026

Applicants should ensure their Z83 and detailed CV correspond with each other and are submitted online before the closing date.