Department of Health and Wellness General Stores Assistant Vacancy at Caledon Hospital

Department of Health and Wellness General Stores Assistant Vacancy at Caledon Hospital

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting applications for a General Stores Assistant vacancy at Caledon Hospital in the Overberg District.

This opportunity may suit candidates with basic literacy and numeracy skills, relevant stores or warehouse experience, and a valid driver’s licence. The successful applicant will support the hospital’s stores and supply chain operations, including receiving, issuing, moving and recording stock.

Applications close on 05 October 2026 and must be submitted online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal.

General Stores Assistant Vacancy Overview

Employer: Department of Health and Wellness
Position: General Stores Assistant
District: Overberg District
Centre: Caledon Hospital
Salary: R144 024 per annum
Closing Date: 05 October 2026
Application Method: Online application

Salary

The General Stores Assistant position offers a salary of:

R144 024 per annum

Applicants should note that the salary is attached to the advertised government post and will be subject to applicable public service employment conditions.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Appropriate experience in a stores environment.
• A valid Code B/EB driver’s licence.
• The physical ability to handle and move stock.
• A willingness to rotate within the Supply Chain Section and relieve colleagues when required.
• A willingness to work overtime at short notice when operationally necessary.

Skills and Competencies

Suitable candidates should have:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• Good organisational abilities.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Conflict-management skills.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• The ability to work independently.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding stores environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide support within the hospital’s stores and warehouse environment.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Warehouse Clerk with the handling of stock.
• Receiving and issuing goods.
• Delivering store stock to hospital end-users.
• Rotating stock according to the first-in, first-out principle.
• Performing messenger duties within the hospital when required.
• Cleaning stores and non-storage areas within the main stores.
• Assisting in other stores when required.
• Assisting the Warehouse Clerk with capturing requisitions.
• Capturing or processing issue vouchers on the LOGIS system.
• Responding to written and telephone enquiries relating to warehouse management.
• Performing relief duties when required.
• Providing administrative and operational support to the supervisor.

Who Should Consider Applying?

This vacancy could be suitable for candidates who already have practical experience working in a warehouse, storeroom, stock-control or similar environment.

Because the position involves receiving, issuing and physically handling stock, applicants should be comfortable performing practical duties as well as basic administrative tasks.

Having a valid driver’s licence is also an inherent requirement of the position.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal.

Select “Online Applications” and search for the relevant General Stores Assistant vacancy at Caledon Hospital.

Applicants should ensure that all required information is completed correctly before submitting their application.

Closing Date

05 October 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date rather than waiting until the final day.

Enquiries

For enquiries relating to the vacancy, contact:

Mr G Bucchianeri
Telephone: (028) 814-3771

Final Reminder

The General Stores Assistant vacancy at Caledon Hospital provides an opportunity to work within the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness’s supply chain and stores environment.

Candidates with appropriate stores experience, basic literacy and numeracy skills, computer literacy and a valid Code B/EB driver’s licence should consider applying before 05 October 2026.