EMS Shift Leader Grade 3 to 6 (Rural) (4 posts) (Permanent position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 349,000 - 698,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th cheque

Pension contribution

Housing allowance

Medical aid

Job summary

S-Cubed in Western Cape is seeking a qualified EMS Shift Leader (Grade 3–6) to oversee pre-hospital care, supervise emergency response teams, and manage rostered shifts for rural posts. The position commences on 30 Oct 2026 and is permanent.

Candidates must hold HPCSA registrations corresponding to the grade, with a minimum of 3 years’ EMS experience. The role offers a competitive salary with benefits.

Qualifications

• Grade 3 requires Intermediate Life Support (ILS) registration with HPCSA as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA).
• Grade 4 requires Emergency Care Technician (ECT) registration with HPCSA.
• Grade 5 requires Critical Care Assistant (CCA) or National Diploma for Paramedic registration (HPCSA).
• Grade 6 requires B-Tech Degree for Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP) registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care and respond to incidents.
• Supervise and maintain Emergency Vehicles and equipment per directives.
• Prepare accurate reports on accidents, incidents, loss/theft, and safety issues.

Skills

Emergency care protocols

Communication skills

Report writing

Team supervision

Education

Intermediate Life Support (ILS)

Emergency Care Technician (ECT)

Critical Care Assistant (CCA) or National Diploma

Bachelor/Technologist level (B-Tech)

Job description

EMS Shift Leader Grade 3 to 6 (Rural) (4 posts)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

ECSS92/2026

Remuneration

Grade 3: R 348 636 - R 390 396 per annum, Grade 4: R 413 199 - R 472 449 per annum, Grade 5: R 499 311 - R 570 570 per annum, Grade 6: R 613 020 - R 698 031 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

30 Oct 2026

Employment Equity

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Grade 3: Successful completion of the Intermediate Life Support (ILS) that allows registration with the HPCSA as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 4: Successful completion of the Emergency Care Technician (ECT) that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Technician (ECT). Grade 5: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant course (CCA) or National Diploma that allows registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic. Grade 6: Successful completion of the B-Tech Degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP).

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Effective pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care and response to incidences when required. Ensure effective supervision and maintenance of Emergency Vehicles and equipment in line with the Financial and Fleet directives. Ensure effective report writing with regards to accident and incident reports, loss and theft control incidents and safety incidents. Ensure effective communication with regards to patients, colleagues, other services, and members of the Public. Supervise and manage rostered shifts and personnel in line with People Management policies and practices. Provide an effective administrative support to the Supervisor when required.

Enquiries

Registration with a professional council

Grade 3: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an AEA. Grade 4: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an ECT. Grade 5: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Paramedic. Grade 6: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an ECP.

Competencies (knowledge/ skills)

Excellent knowledge of all levels of Emergency Care protocols. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy in the MS Office package. Report writing skills.

Experience

Grade 3: Minimum of 3 years’ experience within your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 4: Minimum of 3 years’ experience within your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Emergency Care Technician (ECT). Grade 5: Minimum of 3 years’ experience your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Paramedic (CCA or N.DIP). Grade 6: Minimum of 3 years’ experience your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP).

Inherent requirements of the job

Current registration with HPCSA as an AEA, ECT, Paramedic or ECP Valid code C1 driver’s license. Current Professional driver’s permit.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:


• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and


• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.