Urgent: Department of Health EPWP Fixed-Term Positions (Johannesburg) – Deadline Approaching!
Urgent: Department of Health EPWP Fixed-Term Positions (Johannesburg) – Deadline Approaching! The Gauteng Department of Health is recruiting 195 fixed-term contract employees through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) across various health facilities in the Johannesburg Health District. Apply immediately before the closing date.
These opportunities are for unemployed South African citizens residing within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality.
Available Positions
- Administration Clerks – 85 posts
- Cleaners – 80 posts
- Groundskeepers – 30 posts
General Requirements (All Positions)
- South African citizen
- Currently unemployed
- No criminal record
- Resident within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
- Lives close to the health facility applied for (proof of residence required)
- Must not have previously benefited from EPWP
1. Administration Clerks (85 Posts)
Minimum requirements:
- Certified Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent
- Certification stamp not older than 6 months
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Key duties:
- Typing, scanning, printing, filing, stapling, and copying
- Capturing meeting minutes and providing registry services
- Data capturing, record keeping, and document tracking
- Completing forms and other administrative documents
- Supporting supervisors with daily office tasks
Ideal for candidates who:
Are interested in administration, office work, or government clerical careers.
2. Cleaners (80 Posts)
Minimum requirements:
- Certified school report or qualification
- Certification stamp not older than 6 months
- Basic communication skills
Key duties:
- Cleaning offices, clinics, and health facilities
- Sweeping, mopping, polishing, and dusting
- Cleaning windows and caring for furniture
- Waste disposal and disinfecting designated areas
- Maintaining stock of cleaning supplies
Ideal for candidates who:
Want an entry point into healthcare support services, facilities management, and EPWP work experience.
3. Groundskeepers (30 Posts)
Minimum requirements:
- Certified school report or equivalent
- Good communication skills
Key duties:
- Lawn mowing, weeding, watering, and fertilizing
- Maintaining gardens, walkways, and pavements
- Tree cutting and trimming
- Removing litter and general outdoor upkeep
Ideal for candidates who:
Are interested in landscaping, municipal services, or environmental maintenance.
How to Apply
Applications must follow the official government process. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Step 1: Complete the new Z83 form
- Download and complete the NEW Z83 application form (available on the government website).
Step 2: Prepare supporting documents
Attach the following to your completed Z83:
- Recently updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of qualifications or school reports
- Proof of residence
Important: All certifications must be within the last 6 months.
Step 3: Indicate preferred facility
- Clearly indicate your nearest health facility on the Z83 form to show that you live close to the facility.
Step 4: Submit via email only
- Email your complete application (Z83 + all supporting documents) to:
JhbHealth.DistrictJobApplications@gauteng.gov.za
Important Notes
- No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
- No postal applications will be accepted.
- Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected.
Given the imminent deadline of 11 January 2026, gather your documents and submit your application as soon as possible. This is a valuable opportunity to gain fixed-term employment within the Department of Health.
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Urgent: Department of Health EPWP Fixed-Term Positions (Johannesburg) – Deadline Approaching!
