Operator (Pneumatic Tube Station)
Department of Health and Wellness
Vacancy overview
About this opportunity
Department of Health and Wellness is recruiting for Operator (Pneumatic Tube Station) in Groote Schuur Hospital, Western Cape. The advertised salary is R201 093 per annum. Applications close on 28 September 2026. Review the requirements and application instructions below, then confirm every detail against the official source before submitting.
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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.
Role information
Duties and responsibilities
- 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.
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1. Confirm that you qualify
Compare your own qualifications and experience with every requirement above. Do not rely on the job title alone, and do not add experience or credentials you cannot support.
2. Prepare the correct documents
Use the official advert as the final checklist. The structured details currently indicate: Qualifications, and a correctly completed Z83.
3. Check the reference, method and deadline
Use reference POST 33/244 exactly as shown. Submit only through the official method below and confirm the closing date before sending your application.
Source recordComplete official advert and noticesOpen
OPERATOR (PNEUMATIC TUBE STATION) is listed by DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS. The post is based in Groote Schuur Hospital, Western Cape. The closing date is 28 September 2026.
Job Details
| Job Title | OPERATOR (PNEUMATIC TUBE STATION) |
|---|---|
| Department | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS |
| Reference Number | POST 33/244 |
| Number of Posts | Not stated |
| Salary | R201 093 per annum |
| Salary Level | Not specified |
| Centre / Location | Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory |
| Province | Western Cape |
| Employment Type | Not specified |
| Closing Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Z83 Required | Required |
| DPSA Circular | DPSA Circular 33 of 2026 |
| Source Pages | 213–214 |
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 / Responsibilities
- 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.
Application Instructions
Application instructions from department section
are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click online applications).
Application address:
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
(click online applications ).
Notes
It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. 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. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the
No payment of any kind is required. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a competency test.
Department Notes
Department Notes
It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. 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. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the
Circular Notes
Circular Notes
can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ASDERrecruit84@nda.gov.za NOTE: EE Target: Africans, Indians, Coloureds, Whites and Persons with Disabilities. 7 ANNEXURE B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE APPLICATIONS: Department of Defence, Office of the Secretary for Defence, Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or you may hand deliver to ARMSCOR Building C/O Nossob & Delmas Ave, Erasmuskloof Ext 4, Pretoria, 0001 or email to zama.mahlangu@dod.mil.za CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2026 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).
NOTE: It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts with candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service
Enquiries
Ms F Zaba Tel No: (021) 404-5037
Required Documents
Qualifications
DPSA Circular Source
- Circular: DPSA Circular 33 of 2026
- Source pages: 213–214
- Open the DPSA circular PDF
Application information
How to apply
Source and disclaimer
DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular
Job83 is independent and is not a government app. Verify the original vacancy source before applying.
- Reference
- POST 33/244
- Circular
- 33 / 2026
- Page
- 213–214
- Checked
- 11 Sept 2026
Application method
Online application
Follow the official DPSA or department instructions before submitting.
Application steps
Application instructions from department section are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click online applications). Application address: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click online applications ).