Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/156

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

  • ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
  • AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 10 days remaining

Job details

Circular
29 of 2026
Page No.
4–6
Circular Post
29/156
Department
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
Closing date
28 August 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum. 13th cheque, Plus Medical Aid (Optional), Plus Housing Allowance (Employee must meet prescribed condition)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

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Centre
Madadeni Provincial Hospital
Reference information
MAD 8/2026
Salary information
R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum. 13th cheque, Plus Medical Aid (Optional), Plus Housing Allowance (Employee must meet prescribed condition)

Requirements

  • Degree / National Diploma in Public Management/Public Administration/ Health service Management.
  • 3 years Managerial experience at Assistant Director Level in Facilities Management.
  • A Valid Driver’s license.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Competencies required: Knowledge of Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, National Health Act, Skills Development Act, Employment Equity Act.
  • People management, financial management, Planning and organising.
  • Time management.
  • Leadership, Organizational, decision making and problem-solving abilities.
  • Financial and budgetary knowledge.
  • Human Resource Management and Communication skills.
  • Self-discipline and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
  • Independent, Patience, Commitment, Trustworthiness, Honesty, Accountability, Commitment to excellence, Continuous learning, Amenable to change, Cultural awareness and Project Management.

Duties

  • Ensure effective co-ordination, management and quality of work all the functional components of the systems department within the Hospital i.e.
  • Cleaning, Portering, Linen management, Mortuary, Transport, Messengers, Registry, Food Service, accommodation, Safety &
  • Security, IT and Patient Administration.
  • Ensure the effective, efficient and economical utilisation of resources allocated to the institution including the development of staff.
  • Manage Contracts of all out-sourced services provided by private companies to ensure compliance with service level agreement.
  • Ensure that risk management, safety programs and Ideal Hospital Norms and Standards

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

All applications can be submitted through hand delivery /courier to: The HR Recruitment Office no:3, Madadeni Hospital, f0001. Section 6, Madadeni, 2951. Applications can also be emailed to: sibongiseni.kheswa@kznhealth.gov.za FOR ATTENTION : The Recruitment Officer

Notes and Z83 guidance

This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Note: The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment of all Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work to apply. Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted:

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POST 29/156 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT REF NO: MAD 8/2026
SALARY : R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum. 13th cheque, Plus Medical Aid (Optional), Plus Housing Allowance (Employee must meet prescribed condition)
CENTRE : Madadeni Provincial Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Degree / National Diploma in Public Management/Public Administration/ Health service Management. 3 years Managerial experience at Assistant Director
Level in Facilities Management. A Valid Driver’s license. Knowledge, Skills and
Competencies required: Knowledge of Public Service Act, Labour Relations
Act, Public Service Regulations, National Health Act, Skills Development Act,
Employment Equity Act. People management, financial management, Planning and organising. Time management. Leadership, Organizational, decision
making and problem-solving abilities. Financial and budgetary knowledge.
Human Resource Management and Communication skills. Self-discipline and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision. Independent,
Patience, Commitment, Trustworthiness, Honesty, Accountability, Commitment to excellence, Continuous learning, Amenable to change, Cultural awareness
and Project Management.
DUTIES : Ensure effective co-ordination, management and quality of work all the functional components of the systems department within the Hospital i.e.
Cleaning, Portering, Linen management, Mortuary, Transport, Messengers,
Registry, Food Service, accommodation, Safety & Security, IT and Patient
Administration. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical utilisation of resources allocated to the institution including the development of staff.
Manage Contracts of all out-sourced services provided by private companies to ensure compliance with service level agreement. Ensure that risk
management, safety programs and Ideal Hospital Norms and Standards
requirements are adhered to by all staff. Ensure the effective, efficient and
economical management of allocated resources of the Division. Ensure that staff wear proper PPE and Uniform in line with KZN Health Uniform code.
Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery. Perform regular walk abouts in the institution. Present reports at management meetings
about the state of the institution. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical management of allocated resources of the Division. Ensure utilities and critical
systems reliability with zero downtime for life support systems e.g. generators, medical, gases, HVAC, water and sewer boilers. Ensure delivery of services
within budget, PFMA, Treasury Regulations and improve efficiency. Compile leave plan and update leave registers. Implement performance management
and development system for staff support clinical services to deliver patient care. Ensure adherence to health, safety standards and safe environment for
patients, staff and visitors. Actively support the implementation of revenue enhancement strategy. Provide facilities leadership to support planning,
implementation and maintenance of infrastructure in line with operational
requirements. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Enforce disciplinary code and procedure. Ensure compliance to quality standards.
ENQURIES : Mr. T.D Ndaba Tel No: (034) 328 8014
APPLICATIONS : All applications can be submitted through hand delivery /courier to: The HR Recruitment Office no:3, Madadeni Hospital, f0001. Section 6, Madadeni,
2951. Applications can also be emailed to:
sibongiseni.kheswa@kznhealth.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : The Recruitment Officer
NOTE : This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the
Department. Note: The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment of all
Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work to
apply. Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted:
Application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any
Government Department OR from the website – www.kznhealth.gov.za. The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae,
Certified copies of ID, Highest educational qualification and other relevant documents will be requested for submission only from shortlisted candidates.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The reference number must
be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the envelope, e.g. MAD 01/2016. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions
will be disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the
NIA the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification,
citizenship and previous experience employment verification). Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.
However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please
note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for
payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview. EE Targets: African
Male.
CLOSING DATE : 28 August 2026

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