Circular 33 of 2026 · Post 33/244
OPERATOR (PNEUMATIC TUBE STATION) Chief
Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
- CentreGroote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
- ProvinceWestern Cape
Job details
- Circular
- 33 of 2026
- Page No.
- 32–33
- Circular Post
- 33/244
- Department
- Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
- Province
- Western Cape
- Centre
- Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
- Salary
- R201 093 per annum
- Closing date
- 28 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness.
The listed centre is Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory.
The closing date was 28 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R201 093 per annum
Application history
Previous application instructions are retained below for reference.
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training certificate (GETC) /Grade 9 (Std 7).
- Experience: Appropriate operator experience.
- Inherent requirements of the job: The ability to do physical tasks such as lifting of carriers.
- Render a shift duty.
- Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive knowledge of the Tube distribution service Ability to effectively communicate Basic knowledge of Infection Prevention Control procedures willingness to work under pressure.
Duties
- Responsible for the operational function of the Pneumatic Tube System, the dispatch and collection of tubes and telephonic queries/requests.
- Responsible for reporting defective specimens and transporting specimens from various wards to various laboratories.
- Responsible for receipt/dispatch of specimens, postal forms, medical reports and other related documents.
- Ensure a safe and hygienic work environment and apply basic Infection prevention control measures as well as collecting and cleaning of equipment Assist with the collection of DHA1663 from wards and perform other miscellaneous duties, e.g. messenger duties and assist undertaker with queries.
Enquiries
Ms F Zaba Tel No: (021) 404-5037
APPLICATION INFORMATION — VACANCY CLOSED
Applications for this vacancy closed on 28 September 2026. Applications are no longer being accepted.
Previous application instructions — for reference
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Notes and Z83 guidance
No payment of any kind is required. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a competency test.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 33 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
SALARY : R201 093 per annum
CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training certificate (GETC) /Grade 9 (Std 7). Experience: Appropriate operator experience.
Inherent requirements of the job: The ability to do physical tasks such as lifting of carriers. Render a shift duty. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive
knowledge of the Tube distribution service Ability to effectively communicate
Basic knowledge of Infection Prevention Control procedures willingness to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Responsible for the operational function of the Pneumatic Tube System, the dispatch and collection of tubes and telephonic queries/requests. Responsible
for reporting defective specimens and transporting specimens from various wards to various laboratories. Responsible for receipt/dispatch of specimens,
postal forms, medical reports and other related documents. Ensure a safe and hygienic work environment and apply basic Infection prevention control
measures as well as collecting and cleaning of equipment Assist with the collection of DHA1663 from wards and perform other miscellaneous duties,
e.g. messenger duties and assist undertaker with queries.
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Zaba Tel No: (021) 404-5037
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a competency test.