Operational Manager Nursing (Specialty: Psychiatry) (Permanent position)

Bigen Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 721,000 - 821,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th cheque

Employer pension contribution

Housing allowance

Medical aid

Job summary

Western Cape Government’s Department of Health and Wellness invites applications for Operational Manager Nursing (Psychiatry) at Paarl Regional Hospital. The role requires leadership of nursing services, adherence to CPD and training standards, and oversight of resources and patient care.

Starting date is 28 Aug 2026 with a closing date of 11 Sep 2026. Salary around R720 819–R821 454 per annum, plus benefits including pension and housing allowance. Enquiries to Emily Smith.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 9 years nursing experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC; at least 5 years in Psychiatry after post-basic qualification.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse is required.
• Post-basic/PG Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or 4-year Bachelors in Nursing required for registration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, organise, coordinate and control the provision of holistic nursing services.
• Manage resources within People Management, Finance and other directives.
• Ensure delivery of quality nursing care within professional and legal standards.
• Support Nursing- and Hospital Leadership in leading change.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Computer literacy

Planning

Education

Diploma/degree in nursing

Post-basic qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science

Bachelor degree in Nursing or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Operational Manager Nursing (Specialty: Psychiatry)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

RHS78/2026

Location:

Paarl Regional Hospital, Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services

Remuneration

R 720 819 - R 821 454 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

28 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

- PLEASE NOTE:
11 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

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.

Experience

A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the specific speciality (Psychiatry) after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or a post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R880) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science (R212). OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Mental Health Nursing.

Registration with a professional council

Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Plan, lead, organise, coordinate and control the provision of holistic and specialised nursing services. Effectively manage all resources within the prescripts of People Management, Finance and other relevant directives. Ensure the delivery of quality nursing care within set standards of a professional and legal framework. Coordinate the provision of, and active participation in, effective training and research to maintain and ensure achievement of CPD, self-development, professional growth and ethical standards. Provide active support to Nursing- and Hospital Leadership in leading the change process.

Inherent requirements of the job

Ability and willingness to assist with shifts, on call and relief night matron for and after-hours hospital cover including weekends, public holidays, night duty relief and overtime as the need arises.

Enquiries

Ms, E Smith [e-mail]

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal). Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Skills to plan, organise and coordinate the service by analysing, problem solving and decision making. Leadership towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Psychiatric Department. Ability to function independently, as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care.

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.