General Worker (Pharmacy) (2 posts) (Permanent position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 144,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness invites applications for a permanent position in pharmacy logistics. Remuneration is between R144 024 and R169 656 per annum, with annual benefits. Starting date: 30 Oct 2026.

Key duties include collection, transportation and distribution of medicines and stock, receiving and issuing items, and ensuring stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO). Weekend/public holiday work and overtime may be required; competency tests apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to receive, handle, distribute and issue stock according to SOPs.
• Ability to read requisitions, stock orders and related documentation.
• Knowledge of stock rotation principles (FIFO/FEFO).
• Basic numerical skills and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and logistical support for pharmacy services, transporting medicines and supplies within hospital and service areas.
• Assist with receiving, handling, picking, packing, issuing and movement of pharmaceutical stock following procedures.
• Support ward stock collection and distribution between pharmacy, wards and designated points.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and report stock issues to supervisors.

Skills

Stock handling

Requisitions processing

FIFO/FEFO stock rotation

Numeracy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

OHS knowledge

Job description

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS657/2026

Remuneration

R 144 024 - R 169 656 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.

Inherent requirements of the job

Willingness to work weekends, public holidays, and overtime as required by operational needs. Ability to perform physical tasks involving the movement and transportation of medicine boxes, stock, trolleys and supplies. Ability to walk long distances within the hospital environment. Ability to work in a healthcare environment and handle pharmaceutical stock and related supplies.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Provide effective operational and logistical support to pharmacy services through the collection, transportation and distribution of medicines, pharmaceutical stock, supplies, prescriptions and related documentation within the hospital and associated service areas. Assist with the receiving, handling, picking, packing, issuing and movement of pharmaceutical stock and supplies in accordance with prescribed procedures and stock rotation principles. Support medicine distribution and stock movement processes by collecting and delivering ward stock, prescriptions, pharmaceutical supplies and other authorised documentation between pharmacy, wards, clinics and designated service points. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and departmental procedures. Report operational concerns, delays, incidents and stock-related issues to supervisors timeously. Maintain professional conduct and compliance by adhering to attendance requirements, working hours, departmental policies, confidentiality requirements and the Code of Conduct. Demonstrate accountability, effective communication and positive working relationships while carrying out assigned duties.

Enquiries

Mr W Rosant, tel. no. [phone]

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

The ability to receive, handle, distribute and issue stock, supplies and pharmaceutical products according to prescribed procedures and standard operating practices. Ability to read, interpret and process requisitions, stock orders and related documentation. Basic knowledge of stock rotation principles (FIFO/FEFO). Basic numerical skills. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patient information and prescriptions. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety principles.

Experience

Appropriate experience in a pharmaceutical, healthcare logistics or stock distribution environment.

Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

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.