The Limpopo Department of Health is offering 2,040 temporary jobs through its Expanded Public Works Programme. These positions are available until March 2027. Applications close on 28 July 2026.
Wide Range Of Positions Across Limpopo
Opportunities are open at the department’s head office, hospitals, clinics, forensic units, and emergency services facilities throughout the province. The roles include General Workers, Records Management Assistants, Forensic Pathology Services Assistants, and EMS Call-Takers and Dispatchers. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R4 121.76 and work an eight-hour day.
Applicants must submit their applications online, using facility-specific links provided in the official departmental circular. Required documents include a completed new Z83 form and a comprehensive CV. Certified copies of qualifications and identity documents are only needed if requested during the shortlisting process.
General Worker Posts In All Districts
The majority of the positions, 1,985 in total, are for General Workers. These posts are distributed across all five districts, including facilities in Polokwane, Waterberg, Capricorn, Vhembe, Mopani, and Sekhukhune. Applicants must have at least an ABET qualification and be physically able to handle cleaning and waste management duties.
General Worker responsibilities include cleaning inside and outside healthcare facilities, operating cleaning equipment, and supporting infection prevention practices. The department notes that applicants should have good communication skills and basic knowledge of waste management and the Batho Pele Principles.
Records Management And Forensic Pathology Roles
Ten Records Management Assistant positions are available at the department’s head office. Candidates must have a Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification and be computer literate. Duties involve receiving, sorting, and filing records, as well as maintaining the security of confidential information.
Forensic Pathology Services Assistant roles number 35 and are based at selected hospitals across Limpopo. Applicants need a Grade 12 certificate, a valid driver’s licence, and a Professional Driving Permit. The department states that shortlisted candidates will undergo a driving test. Responsibilities include assisting with the admission and release of deceased persons, supporting forensic procedures, and maintaining mortuary facilities.
Emergency Call Taker And Dispatcher Opportunities
Ten positions are available for EMS Call-Takers and Dispatchers at the Emergency Communication Centre in Polokwane. Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate, a Basic Ambulance Assistant certificate, and be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. The department requires candidates to have strong communication skills and the ability to multitask.
Duties for these roles include answering emergency calls, gathering information, dispatching resources, and providing pre-arrival instructions when necessary. The department highlights the importance of confidentiality and data protection in these positions.
Application Process And Selection Criteria
Applicants must complete all compulsory sections of the new Z83 form and attach a comprehensive CV. The department instructs that, “Parts A, C and D must be completed. All applicable questions in Part B must be answered. Applicants may write ‘refer to CV’ in Parts E, F and G when the required information appears in the attached CV. The form must be signed.”
Only those who have not previously worked in an EPWP position for more than 24 months are eligible. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. No payment is required to submit an application.
Shortlisted candidates may undergo document and qualification verification, professional registration checks, practical assessments, and interviews. Forensic Pathology Services Assistant applicants will also be required to complete a driving test.
Important Dates And Contact Information
The closing date for applications is 28 July 2026. Applicants are advised to follow the instructions in the official circular carefully, as incomplete or incorrect applications may lead to disqualification. Enquiries can be directed to Ms Mompei MM, Mr Mashao A, or Mr Ngobeni TM at the numbers provided in the circular during office hours.
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 90 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful. The department notes that, “Applicants may request reasons for an adverse administrative decision within the period allowed under the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act.”