Circular 30 of 2026 · Post 30/133 · Ref DPKISMH 08/2026
OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING SPECIALTY DAY WARD, THEATRE & CSSD
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
- CentreDr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital
- ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 10 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 30 of 2026
- Page No.
- 18–19
- Circular Post
- 30/133
- Reference number
- DPKISMH 08/2026
- Department
- KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
- Province
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Centre
- Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital
- Salary
- R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) & Housing Allowance (Employees to meet the Prescribe requirements)
- Closing date
- 4 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health.
The listed centre is Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital.
Applications close on 4 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) & Housing Allowance (Employees to meet the Prescribe requirements)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- Senior Certificate or equivalent.
- Degree / Diploma in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing.
- Post Basic qualification in Operating Theatre with at least One (01) year registration with SANC.
- Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nursing.
- Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse (2026 receipt).
- A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
- At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Operating Theatre nursing unit after obtaining a one year post basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing Science.
- Proof of Current and Previous working experience endorsed by HR department will be required for shortlisted candidates.
- Successful candidate will have to spend minimum of one year in service.
- Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: Knowledge, Skills, Competencies Required: Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks.
- Operational management, co – ordination, networking liaison skills.
- Good verbal and written communication and report writing skills.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Conflict management and negotiation skills.
- Staff management and financial management skills.
- Project management skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles and Patients Right Charter.
- Ability to plan and organize own work.
- Computer Literacy &
- Diploma in Nursing Administration.
- Provide comprehensive, quality nursing care to patients/clients in a speciality unit in a cost – effective and efficient manner.
Duties
- Assist in planning, organizing and monitoring of objectives of the specialised unit.
- Manage all resources within the unit effectively and efficiently to ensure optimum service delivery.
- Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care.
- Display a concern for PUBLIC patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele).
- Work as part of multidisciplinary team to ensure good nursing care.
- Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians including report writing when required.
- Ensure compliance with all National, Provincial and Professional prescripts in order to render a safe patient service and improve client satisfaction.
- Participate in the analysis and formulation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Assist in the EPMDS evaluation of staff within the unit and participate in monitoring the training needs of staff.
- Provide direct and indirect supervision of all staff within the unit and provide guidance.
- Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues.
- Order the appropriate level of consumables and monitor utilisation.
- Ensure that equipment in the unit is adequate, checked and functional.
- Provide for a safe, therapeutic and hygienic environment.
- Work effectively and amicable, at supervisory level, with person of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Human Resources and Financial Management policies and procedures.
- Monitor and evaluate the care and management of all patients and ensure the maintenance of accurate and complete patient records.
- Participate in quality improvement and clinical audits.
- Accountable for the safe, efficient and compliant operational management of Day Ward, Operating Theatre and Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD, ensuring quality patient care, infection prevention, equipment and instrument availability, staff performance, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Coordination of the Ideal Hospital Framework requirement and the project with the department.
Enquiries
Mrs YYN Ngema: Assistant Manager Nursing – Dr Pkismh Tel No: (031) 530
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
To be hand delivered to 310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu or emailed to: pixley.recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za or couriered to: 310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu FOR ATTENTION : Deputy Director: HRM
Notes and Z83 guidance
The following documents must be submitted, Application for employment form (Z83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or form websitewww.kznhealth.gov.za. Originally signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed CV.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of current/previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource Department & other required documents.
- Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 e.g. DPKISMH 14/2023. NB: Failure to comply with the above instruction will disqualify applicants.
- 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. Please note that due to the number of applications anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged.
- Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within two months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from NIA to the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications and verification from the company Intellectual Property (CIPC).
- The Department reserves the right not to fill the post (s). This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 30 of 2026 for reference.
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POST 30/133 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING SPECIALTY DAY WARD, THEATRE & CSSD REF NO: DPKISMH 08/2026 (X1 POST)
Component: Theatre
SALARY : R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) & Housing Allowance (Employees to meet the Prescribe requirements)
CENTRE : Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate or equivalent. Degree / Diploma in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing. Post Basic
qualification in Operating Theatre with at least One (01) year registration with
SANC. Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nursing. Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse
(2026 receipt). A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General
Nursing. At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Operating Theatre nursing unit after
obtaining a one year post basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing
Science. Proof of Current and Previous working experience endorsed by HR department will be required for shortlisted candidates. Successful candidate
will have to spend minimum of one year in service. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: Knowledge, Skills, Competencies Required:
Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures. Knowledge of nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks. Operational management, co –
ordination, networking liaison skills. Good verbal and written communication and report writing skills. Decision making and problem-solving skills. Conflict
management and negotiation skills. Staff management and financial management skills. Project management skills. Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles and Patients Right Charter. Ability to plan and organize own work. Computer Literacy & Diploma in Nursing
Administration. Provide comprehensive, quality nursing care to patients/clients in a speciality unit in a cost – effective and efficient manner.
DUTIES : Assist in planning, organizing and monitoring of objectives of the specialised unit. Manage all resources within the unit effectively and efficiently to ensure
optimum service delivery. Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for
PUBLIC
patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including
awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele). Work as part of multidisciplinary team to ensure
good nursing care. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians including report writing when required. Ensure
compliance with all National, Provincial and Professional prescripts in order to render a safe patient service and improve client satisfaction. Participate in the
analysis and formulation of nursing policies and procedures. Assist in the
EPMDS evaluation of staff within the unit and participate in monitoring the training needs of staff. Provide direct and indirect supervision of all staff within
the unit and provide guidance. Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues. Order the appropriate level of consumables and
monitor utilisation. Ensure that equipment in the unit is adequate, checked and functional. Provide for a safe, therapeutic and hygienic environment. Work
effectively and amicable, at supervisory level, with person of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Demonstrate an
understanding of Human Resources and Financial Management policies and procedures. Monitor and evaluate the care and management of all patients and
ensure the maintenance of accurate and complete patient records. Participate in quality improvement and clinical audits. Accountable for the safe, efficient
and compliant operational management of Day Ward, Operating Theatre and
Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD, ensuring quality patient care, infection prevention, equipment and instrument availability, staff performance,
and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Coordination of the Ideal Hospital Framework requirement and the project with the department.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs YYN Ngema: Assistant Manager Nursing – Dr Pkismh Tel No: (031) 530
APPLICATIONS : To be hand delivered to 310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu or emailed to: pixley.recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za or couriered to:
310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu
FOR ATTENTION : Deputy Director: HRM
NOTE : The following documents must be submitted, Application for employment form (Z83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or form websitewww.kznhealth.gov.za. Originally signed Z83 must be accompanied by a
detailed CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of current/previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource
Department & other required documents. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. The reference number must be indicated in the column
provided on the form Z83 e.g. DPKISMH 14/2023. NB: Failure to comply with the above instruction will disqualify applicants. 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. Please note that due to the number of applications
anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within
two months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The appointment is subject to positive outcome
obtained from NIA to the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications
and verification from the company Intellectual Property (CIPC). The
Department reserves the right not to fill the post (s). This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity
in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.
CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026
Component: Theatre
SALARY : R720 819 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) & Housing Allowance (Employees to meet the Prescribe requirements)
CENTRE : Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate or equivalent. Degree / Diploma in nursing or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing. Post Basic
qualification in Operating Theatre with at least One (01) year registration with
SANC. Registration certificate with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nursing. Current registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse
(2026 receipt). A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognisable experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General
Nursing. At least five (5) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in Operating Theatre nursing unit after
obtaining a one year post basic qualification in Operating Theatre Nursing
Science. Proof of Current and Previous working experience endorsed by HR department will be required for shortlisted candidates. Successful candidate
will have to spend minimum of one year in service. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required: Knowledge, Skills, Competencies Required:
Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures. Knowledge of nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks. Operational management, co –
ordination, networking liaison skills. Good verbal and written communication and report writing skills. Decision making and problem-solving skills. Conflict
management and negotiation skills. Staff management and financial management skills. Project management skills. Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles and Patients Right Charter. Ability to plan and organize own work. Computer Literacy & Diploma in Nursing
Administration. Provide comprehensive, quality nursing care to patients/clients in a speciality unit in a cost – effective and efficient manner.
DUTIES : Assist in planning, organizing and monitoring of objectives of the specialised unit. Manage all resources within the unit effectively and efficiently to ensure
optimum service delivery. Able to plan and organize own work and that of support personnel to ensure proper nursing care. Display a concern for
PUBLIC
patients, promoting and advocating proper treatment and care including
awareness and willingness to respond to patient’s needs, requirements and expectations (Batho Pele). Work as part of multidisciplinary team to ensure
good nursing care. Demonstrate effective communication with patients, supervisors and other clinicians including report writing when required. Ensure
compliance with all National, Provincial and Professional prescripts in order to render a safe patient service and improve client satisfaction. Participate in the
analysis and formulation of nursing policies and procedures. Assist in the
EPMDS evaluation of staff within the unit and participate in monitoring the training needs of staff. Provide direct and indirect supervision of all staff within
the unit and provide guidance. Exercise control over discipline, grievance and labour relations issues. Order the appropriate level of consumables and
monitor utilisation. Ensure that equipment in the unit is adequate, checked and functional. Provide for a safe, therapeutic and hygienic environment. Work
effectively and amicable, at supervisory level, with person of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial or religious differences. Demonstrate an
understanding of Human Resources and Financial Management policies and procedures. Monitor and evaluate the care and management of all patients and
ensure the maintenance of accurate and complete patient records. Participate in quality improvement and clinical audits. Accountable for the safe, efficient
and compliant operational management of Day Ward, Operating Theatre and
Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD, ensuring quality patient care, infection prevention, equipment and instrument availability, staff performance,
and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Coordination of the Ideal Hospital Framework requirement and the project with the department.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs YYN Ngema: Assistant Manager Nursing – Dr Pkismh Tel No: (031) 530
APPLICATIONS : To be hand delivered to 310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu or emailed to: pixley.recruitment@kznhealth.gov.za or couriered to:
310 Bhejane Street (Hospital Gate Number 2) Kwamashu
FOR ATTENTION : Deputy Director: HRM
NOTE : The following documents must be submitted, Application for employment form (Z83), which is obtainable at any Government Department or form websitewww.kznhealth.gov.za. Originally signed Z83 must be accompanied by a
detailed CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of current/previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource
Department & other required documents. Applications must be submitted on or before the closing date. The reference number must be indicated in the column
provided on the form Z83 e.g. DPKISMH 14/2023. NB: Failure to comply with the above instruction will disqualify applicants. 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. Please note that due to the number of applications
anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within
two months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The appointment is subject to positive outcome
obtained from NIA to the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verifications
and verification from the company Intellectual Property (CIPC). The
Department reserves the right not to fill the post (s). This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative employer, whose aim is to promote representivity
in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.
CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026