Gauteng Department of Health General Workers X4 โ Sedibeng District Health Services | No Experience Required | R144,024 Per Year | Apply by 7 September 2026
The Gauteng Department of Health is recruiting 4 General Workers (Level 2) for Sedibeng District Health Services.
This is an entry-level government opportunity for applicants who are simply able to read and write. The advert clearly states that no previous work experience is required.
The Department also indicates that Sedibeng District EPWP participants and interns, including those whose EPWP contracts have ended, may apply.
Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Position | General Worker (Level 2) |
| Number of Posts | 4 |
| Reference Number | REFS/056373 |
| Directorate | Sedibeng District Health Services |
| Location | Sedibeng District Health Services |
| Minimum Requirement | Able to read and write |
| Experience | No experience required |
| Salary | R144,024 per annum plus benefits |
| Closing Date | 7 September 2026 |
| Enquiries | Ms Ramaditsa โ 016 950 6247 |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be able to read and write
- Be willing to perform general cleaning and support duties
- Be willing to follow health and safety procedures
- Be willing to work under supervision
- Be willing to undergo training and development
- Be willing to attend meetings and training approved by the supervisor
- Comply with the Performance Management and Development System
No Experience Required
The vacancy specifically states:
No experience required.
This means first-time job seekers may apply if they meet the basic requirements.
EPWP and Intern Applicants
The advert also mentions:
- Sedibeng District EPWP participants
- Sedibeng District interns
- Former EPWP participants whose contracts have ended
These candidates are encouraged to apply.
What Does a General Worker Do?
For this vacancy, General Workers will mainly help maintain a clean, hygienic and safe environment at Sedibeng District Health Services.
The role includes general cleaning, waste removal, use of cleaning equipment, and compliance with healthcare waste and infection-control procedures.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Keep the Property Clean
General Workers will be responsible for keeping:
- Buildings
- Work areas
- Surrounding areas
- External spaces
clean and presentable at all times.
2. Remove Medical Waste
Successful candidates will assist with the removal of:
- Medical waste
- Healthcare waste
Because this is a health-service environment, all waste must be handled according to the applicable healthcare waste-management policy.
3. Remove General Waste
General Workers will also remove ordinary/general waste from the premises.
This may include:
- Emptying bins
- Cleaning bins
- Moving waste to designated areas
- Flattening cardboard boxes
4. Clean Waste Bins
Bins must be cleaned regularly to help maintain hygiene and reduce contamination risks.
5. Flatten Cardboard Boxes
Successful candidates may be required to flatten cardboard boxes before disposal or collection.
6. Follow Healthcare Waste Procedures
General Workers must comply with:
- Healthcare waste-management policy
- Infection-control prescripts
- Cleaning procedures
- Safety requirements
These procedures are especially important when working around medical waste.
Infection Control
Working within healthcare services requires strict attention to hygiene.
General Workers should therefore be prepared to follow infection-control instructions designed to:
- Reduce contamination
- Protect patients
- Protect staff
- Protect visitors
- Maintain a safe healthcare environment
Heavy-Duty Cleaning Machines
The advert states that General Workers may be required to:
Operate heavy-duty cleaning machines
Candidates who have never used these machines should still be willing to learn, as no previous work experience is required.
Occupational Health and Safety
Successful candidates must comply with the:
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
This includes following safe working procedures when:
- Handling waste
- Using cleaning chemicals
- Operating cleaning equipment
- Performing physical duties
- Working in healthcare environments
Additional Duties
General Workers may also be required to:
- Perform other duties allocated by the supervisor
- Attend approved meetings
- Attend training
- Participate in continuous development programmes
- Follow departmental procedures
- Meet required timelines
- Participate in performance reviews and assessments
Performance Management and Development System
Successful candidates must comply with the Performance Management and Development System, including:
- Contracting
- Quarterly reviews
- Final assessment/evaluation
Salary
Successful candidates will receive:
R144,024 per annum plus benefits
APPLICATION PROCESS
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