The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting applications for a Messenger position at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital. This opportunity is suitable for applicants who have Grade 10 / Standard 8 or equivalent and basic numeracy and literacy skills. The role falls under Support Services and offers a salary package of R138,486 per annum plus benefits.
Job details
Post: Messenger
Reference number: refs/035694
Department: Gauteng Department of Health
Directorate: Support Services
Number of posts: 1
Location: Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital
Salary: R138,486 per annum plus benefits
Closing date: 23 March 2026
Minimum requirements
To apply, you need:
- Grade 10 / Standard 8 or equivalent
- Basic numeracy skills
- Basic literacy skills
Main duties
The successful applicant will support daily messenger and document-handling functions within the hospital. Duties include distributing circulars and official documents to relevant stakeholders, handling office resources such as the photocopier, fax, and franking machines, collecting mail from the post office every day, collecting files from departments such as the Polyclinic, Pharmacy, Casualty, and wards, answering the telephone promptly, and carrying out other tasks assigned by the relevant authorities.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online only and in PDF format. The application must include:
- a fully completed, initialled, and signed new Z83 form
- a recently updated detailed CV
The Z83 should state Department of Health where the form asks for the department in which the post was advertised. According to the notice, applicants do not need to submit copies of qualifications or other supporting documents at application stage. These are only requested from shortlisted candidates. The CV must list work experience in chronological order, including the position, institution, and start and end dates. The information on the CV must match the Z83.
Important notes
The department says only online applications will be considered. Shortlisted candidates may be asked for certified copies of qualifications and other documents before the interview. Suitability checks may include reference checks, identity verification, qualification checks, criminal record checks, credit or financial checks, and employment verification. Applicants with foreign qualifications will need a SAQA evaluation certificate if shortlisted. The notice also says that if you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, you should treat your application as unsuccessful.
The listing also notes that the recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the institution may use practical tests for non-SMS posts during recruitment. The Department of Health says it follows Employment Equity principles and encourages applications from people with disabilities and designated groups.
Enquiries
For enquiries, the official contact is Ms T Phakathi on (011) 489 0490.
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