Assistant Director Logistics

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 468 000 - 552 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health department in Gauteng is seeking a Logistic Manager to oversee and control all activities of the sub-directorate. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in logistic/supply chain management, alongside at least five years of relevant experience, including three years in a supervisory capacity. The role involves managing resources, planning operations, and ensuring compliance with public service legislation. Applications will be accepted via an online portal until 13th February 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in Logistic Management or Supply Chain.
• Three (3) years at supervisory level.
• Experience in a health environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, lead, and control all activities of the sub-directorate.
• Manage and provide overall support to the sub-directorate.
• Ensure proper management of records and fleet according to standards.

Skills

Logistic Management

Supply Chain Management

Organizational Planning

Conflict Management

Report Writing

Computer Literacy

Education

Diploma/Degree in Logistic/Supply Chain Management

Job description

Package

R468 459.00 - R551 823.00 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements

• Grade 12 with an appropriate diploma/degree in logistic/ supply chain management or equivalent qualification with minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in Logistic Management/ supply chain of which 3 years should be at supervisory level. Experience in a Health environment will be an added advantage. Good report writing skills, be prepared to work under pressure. Have good organizational planning. Conflict management skills. A good understanding of the Public Service Legislation and prescripts including PFMA, Finance and Human resource management skills, Fleet management, Records management, Asset Management, PAIA, PAJA and Warehouse Management. Knowledge and understanding of Centralized Supplier Database (CSD). Knowledge and understanding of SCM prescripts, PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE Act, National Treasury Regulations, Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations Act. Driver’s license and computer literacy are essential.

Duties

• Plan, Organize, Lead, and control all activities of the sub-directorate. Manage and provide overall support to the sub-directorate. Facilitate the compilation of the operational plan, ensure that government fleet is managed according to standards, minimize litigations by ensuring that patients and other records are managed according to prescripts. Implement file plan, ensure that assets are accounted for in the asset register and that all warehouses within the district are also managed according to prescripts. Ensure compilation of monthly reports. Do spot checks/ unannounced visits to the sub-directorate sections. Have regular meetings with subordinates. Report on the performance of the sub-directorate to immediate supervisor or head of directorate. Identify training needs for subordinates. Ensure staff development. Manage all resources allocated to sub-directorates. Ensure that all demand and procurement plan for various sections within the span of control are developed and consolidated. The incumbent will oversee Records Management, Asset Management, Registry, Transport Management and Warehouse Management.

Notes

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No S&T claims and resettlement allowance will be paid. Applications must be submitted on a new Z.83 form and must be completed in full, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other related documents on application but must submit the Z.83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required /requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – Verification (Reference checks, identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment equity profile will be taken into consideration. Driving and computer literacy will be tested.

Employer

Department of Health

Closing Date

13-02-2026

Criteria Questions

• Do you have a valid driver's license?
• Do you have computer literacy?
• Do you have a diploma/degree in logistic/ supply chain management or equivalent qualification?
• Do you have minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in Logistic Management/ supply?

Please Notes

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.