Operational Manager Specialty (Trauma/Critical Care) – Re-advertisement vacancy. Closes 15 October 2026. Salary, requirements, duties and how to apply.
| Job Title | Operational Manager Specialty (Trauma/Critical Care) – Re-advertisement |
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Reference Number | REFS/056773 |
| Category | Department of Health |
| Location | Bheki Mlangeni District Hospital, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 8 October 2026 at 23:23 |
| Closing Date | 15 October 2026 at 23:59 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R720 819 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Diploma / Associate degree |
| Experience Required | 9 years |
About this Operational Manager Specialty (Trauma/Critical Care) – Re-advertisement position
Introduction
Gauteng Department of Health invites applications for Operational Manager Specialty (Trauma/Critical Care) – Re-advertisement at Bheki Mlangeni District Hospital in the Nursing Service section, Soweto, Gauteng. Salary: R720 819.00per annum, plus benefits. Applications close on 15 October 2026. Read the requirements, key duties and application instructions below, then apply through the official Gauteng recruitment portal.
About the Company
The Gauteng Department of Health is the provincial government department responsible for public health care in Gauteng. It runs the province's regional, district and tertiary hospitals, clinics, nursing colleges and related health services. This post is based at Bheki Mlangeni District Hospital.
Responsibilities
- Overall supervision and control of quality patient care in the unit.
- Ensure the formulation and availability of clinical patient care protocols and policies in her department.
- Efficient implementation and evaluation of patient care programs in the unit according to department’s strategic goals.
- Ensure adequate and appropriate staffing according to patient’s needs.
- Effective monitoring and management of absenteeism.
- Accountable for overall and effective management of nursing duties.
- Establish efficient communication with the multidisciplinary team.
- Responsible for the implementation of disciplinary measures.
- Secure and allocate resources and budget to achieve workplace objectives.
- Proactively Identify performance requirements to improve teamwork.
- Ensure performance, evaluation, management and development of staff.
- Ensuring the adherence to National Core Standards.
Required Qualifications
- Basic qualification accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R425 (i.e., Diploma/Degree in General Nursing Science) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse plus a post-basic qualification in Trauma/ Critical care with duration of one year accredited with SANC in terms of Government Notice R212.
- A qualification in Health Service Management/ Nursing Administration/Management.
- A minimum of 9 years appropriate / recognizable experience in Nursing, at least 5 years of the period mentioned above must be appropriate recognizable experience in trauma/ critical care after obtaining 1 – year post – basic qualification, must be computer literate.
Job Benefits and Perks
Salary package: R720 819.00per annum, plus benefits.
How to Apply
Enquiries: Mr. CL Ramabina Tel No: (011) 241 5600
Official advert and application page: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx?u=k3JfEvoXPq59ZDEAUpnEIQ==
- Applications should be done through E-Recruitment portal – http//www.professionaljobcenter.gpg.gov.za.
- No emailed, posted or hand delivered applications will be accepted.
- Applications must be submitted on a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.
- The completed and signed form should be accompanied by a recently updated CV.
- Only Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and ID before interview.
- Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
- If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
- Medical Surveillance will be conducted on the recommended applicants.
- People with disability are welcome to apply.
- Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications.
- Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified.
- Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process.
- Applications received after closing date will not be accepted.
- The Department reserves the right to not make an appointment.
- Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department.
- Please Note: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts.
- Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.
Be ready to answer these questions on the application form:
- Do you have Basic R425 qualification (i.e., diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse?
- Do you have proof of current SANC registration?
Official source: Gauteng Online Recruitment Portal (jobs.gauteng.gov.za) · Last checked: 8 October 2026
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