Porter (6 Posts) โ Tygerberg Hospital โ Parow Valley โ Apply by 28 August 2026
Location: Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley, Western Cape
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Reference Number: TBH111/2026
Position Type: Permanent
Overview
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting applications for 6 Porter positions at Tygerberg Hospital. This role is suited to physically fit individuals with experience in a healthcare environment who are committed to providing efficient patient support services and assisting with the safe transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment within the hospital.
Salary
R144,024 โ R169,656 per annum, plus service benefits including:
- 13th cheque
- Employer contribution to the pension fund
- Housing allowance
- Medical aid allowance
Key Responsibilities
– Transport patients safely between wards, theatres, departments, and other hospital areas.
– Assist with moving patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, trolleys, ambulances, and other vehicles.
– Transport blood specimens between wards and laboratories.
– Transport deceased patients respectfully in accordance with hospital procedures.
– Collect, clean, and maintain wheelchairs, trolleys, and blood hampers.
– Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
– Adhere to all hospital safety standards and operational procedures.
Minimum Requirements
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Appropriate experience in a healthcare environment.
Skills and Competencies
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and infection control protocols.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Reliable, responsible, and committed to quality patient care.
- Physically fit and capable of handling demanding manual tasks.
Inherent Requirements
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and irregular hours.
- Ability to report for duty at 06:30 when required.
- Must be physically able to lift and move heavy objects.
- Willingness to transport deceased patients (corpses) as part of the role.
Why Join the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness?
- Secure permanent employment within the public healthcare sector.
- Competitive government salary and employee benefits.
- Opportunity to contribute to quality patient care at one of South Africa’s leading hospitals.
- Work within a professional healthcare team committed to excellence.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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