General Worker: Stores

Published: 23 July 2025

đź“‹Job Overview

Are you ready to kick-start your career in public service while making a meaningful impact in your community? The New Somerset Hospital is on the lookout for motivated individuals to fill the role of General Worker: Stores. This is an incredible opportunity for young South Africans eager to build their skills and gain valuable experience in a supportive government environment. As a General Worker in the stores department, you will play a vital role in the smooth operation of the hospital’s supply chain. Your day-to-day tasks will include assisting storekeepers with stock management, receiving and issuing goods, and delivering essential supplies to various departments within the hospital. You’ll also be responsible for keeping the storage areas clean and organized, ensuring that everything is in its right place. This position will not only enhance your teamwork and communication skills but also give you a taste of how a large institution like a hospital functions behind the scenes. Why does this job matter? Your work directly contributes to the hospital’s ability to provide top-notch healthcare services to the community. By ensuring that medical staff have access to the supplies they need, you’re helping to improve patient care and support those in critical situations. This role is essential in fostering a healthier society, making it a fulfilling job that goes beyond just a paycheck. This position is perfect for young people looking for stability and a chance to grow. Working at New Somerset Hospital means you’ll be part of a respected government institution, which not only offers job security but also numerous opportunities for professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a warehouse environment, learn about hospital consumables, and even have the chance to assist in stock-taking. This entry-level role serves as a stepping stone to a rewarding career in public service, providing you with the skills and experience that can be invaluable in your future endeavors. Joining the New Somerset Hospital as a General Worker: Stores isn’t just about the job; it’s about making a difference in South Africa. Embrace this opportunity to serve your community, develop your career, and become an integral part of a team dedicated to improving lives. If you’re eager to contribute and grow, this might just be the perfect role for you!

đź“‹ Job Details

đź’° Salary: R138 486 per annum
📍 Location: New Somerset Hospital
📧 Applications: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
âť“ Enquiries: Mr R Willemse Tel No: (021) 402-6459 103

📝Requirements

Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Experience: Appropriate experience in a Warehouse environment. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work in a team. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Ability to pick up heavy boxes/bags, equipment and to pack and transport items to various locations within the Hospital. Willingness to assist with stock-taking. Knowledge of Hospital consumable items. Knowledge of Warehouse Layout.

⚡Key Duties & Responsibilities

Assist the storekeepers with the handling of the stock. Receive and issue goods. Deliver store stock to end-users. Rotate store stock (first in, first out). Perform certain messenger duties between the stores and other departments within the hospital environment when required. Clean various stores and non- storage areas within the main stores. Assist in the other stores when required. Ad-hoc duties as required.

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