About the Role
The Department of Health is currently seeking a motivated General Stores Assistant to join the team at Caledon Hospital, located in the picturesque town of Caledon, Western Cape. This role is vital for ensuring that essential goods and supplies are managed effectively within the hospital environment, directly impacting the quality of care provided to the community. By assisting with stock handling and distribution, you will play a crucial part in supporting healthcare professionals and ensuring they have the necessary resources to serve patients effectively.
Working as a General Stores Assistant not only offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team but also provides an opportunity to contribute to public service in South Africa. The role is designed for individuals who are organized, physically able, and eager to support their community through their daily tasks. This is a chance to grow within the public service sector and make a tangible difference in the healthcare landscape.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to providing comprehensive health services to all South Africans. Its mission is to promote health and wellness while ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare. Working within this department means being part of a larger goal to improve the health outcomes of communities across South Africa. The department values collaboration, professionalism, and a dedicated approach to public service, making it an inspiring place to work.
What You’ll Do
- Assist the Warehouse Clerk in managing stock and inventory.
- Receive and issue goods, ensuring accurate documentation.
- Deliver store stock to end-users within the hospital.
- Rotate stock efficiently using the first in, first out method.
- Maintain cleanliness in various store and non-storage areas.
- Support the Warehouse Clerk with capturing requisitions and issuing vouchers on the Logis system.
- Address written and telephonic queries regarding warehouse management.
- Provide relief duties and support to the supervisor when required.
What You’ll Need
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Experience in a Stores environment.
- Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.
- Physically capable of handling stock.
- Willingness to rotate within the Supply Chain Section and assist colleagues.
- Ability to work overtime on short notice.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy in MS Office.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and within a team.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Basic literacy and numeracy skills.Experience: Appropriate experience in a Stores environment.
Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.
Willingness to rotate within Supply Chain Section and relieve colleagues.
Physically able to handle stock.
Willing to work overtime on short notice.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good verbal and written communication skills 230 (written/verbal) Computer literacy in MS Office.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, ability to maintain confidentiality and problem-solving and conflict management with good organizational skills.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
Job Duties
Assist Warehouse Clerk with the handling of stock.Receive and issue goods.
Deliver store stock to end-users.
Rotate store stock (first in, first out).
Perform certain messenger duties within the hospital environment when required.
Clean various stores and non-storage areas within the main stores.
Assist in other Stores when required.
Assist Warehouse Clerk with the capturing of requisitions and issue vouchers on the Logis system.
Deal with written and or telephonic queries or enquiries with regards to warehouse management matters.
Perform relief duties as well as support to supervisor as required.
