Department of Health Porter Vacancies: 15 Posts Available in Amathole District

Department of Health Porter Vacancies: 15 Posts Available in Amathole District

The Eastern Cape Department of Health is inviting applications for 15 Porter vacancies in the Amathole District. These government jobs are suitable for entry-level applicants because no previous work experience is required.

Applicants only need an NQF Level 3 qualification, Grade 10 certificate or equivalent to be considered.

Successful candidates will provide essential patient and hospital support services, including transporting patients between wards and treatment areas, moving equipment and specimens, maintaining wheelchairs and stretchers, and assisting with mortuary-related duties.

Applications close on 11 September 2026.

Department of Health Porter Vacancies 2026 Overview

Position: Porter
Number of Posts: 15
Department: Eastern Cape Department of Health
Reference Number: ECHEALTH/POR/AMA/ES/10/08/2026
Centre: Amathole District
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum
Salary Level: Level 02
Experience Required: No experience required
Minimum Qualification: NQF Level 3 / Grade 10 or equivalent
Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Salary

Successful applicants will receive a salary ranging from:

R144 024 to R169 656 per annum at Salary Level 02.

The actual salary placement will be determined according to the applicable public service remuneration requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants interested in the Department of Health Porter vacancies must meet the following requirements:

• NQF Level 3 qualification, Grade 10 certificate or equivalent.
• No previous work experience is required.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Good written communication skills.
• Willingness to work shifts.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Sound understanding of customer care.

Because these positions require no previous experience, they may be particularly suitable for job seekers looking for an opportunity to enter the public healthcare sector.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for providing hospital, patient and general support services.

Patient Transportation

Porters will:

• Wheel patients to and from hospital wards.
• Transport patients to different service areas, including operating theatres.
• Assist with transporting patients to vehicles and other forms of transportation.
• Help offload patients from ambulances and private vehicles onto stretchers.
• Ensure patients are transported safely between different sections of the healthcare facility.

Hospital Support Services

Additional responsibilities include:

• Delivering equipment to wards and other hospital departments.
• Delivering stores and supplies where required.
• Transporting documentation between wards and departments.
• Collecting and delivering medical specimens.
• Cleaning stretchers and wheelchairs after use.
• Reporting damaged, faulty or broken equipment to the relevant supervisor immediately.
• Maintaining hospital equipment.
• Cleaning equipment after use.
• Ensuring equipment is kept safely and securely.

Mortuary Duties

Successful candidates may also be required to assist with mortuary services.

These responsibilities include:

• Receiving corpses at the mortuary.
• Recording the date and time a corpse is received.
• Recording the date and time a corpse is released.
• Storing corpses correctly in the cool room.
• Keeping accurate mortuary records.
• Releasing corpses to the next of kin according to the required procedures.
• Loading and offloading corpses.
• Maintaining proper identification of corpses.
• Ensuring records remain accurate and up to date.
• Cleaning and maintaining mortuary-related equipment.

Applicants should therefore understand that the position involves both patient-support and mortuary-related responsibilities.

Skills and Personal Attributes

Candidates should be comfortable working in a busy healthcare environment where professionalism and patient care are important.

Suitable applicants should demonstrate:

• Good communication skills.
• Customer service awareness.
• Reliability and responsibility.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to work shifts.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Respect when dealing with patients and members of the public.

How to Apply for Department of Health Porter Vacancies

Applications may be submitted through the Eastern Cape Provincial e-Recruitment System.

Applicants using the online e-Recruitment System should complete the application process carefully and ensure that all required information is provided.

The e-Recruitment System automatically generates the relevant Z83 form once the applicant completes the applicable application process.

Applicants submitting applications through other permitted channels should ensure that they use the New Z83 Application for Employment Form, which has been effective since 1 January 2021.

Before submitting your application, double-check that you have selected the correct position and reference number:

ECHEALTH/POR/AMA/ES/10/08/2026

Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.

Closing Date

Applications for the 15 Department of Health Porter vacancies in Amathole District close on:

11 September 2026

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline instead of waiting until the final day.

Enquiries

For enquiries regarding these Porter vacancies, applicants may contact:

Ms S Njokweni
Telephone: (043) 709 2487 / 2532

Email enquiries:
Themba.Toko@echealth.gov.za

Why This Opportunity May Be Worth Considering

These Department of Health Porter vacancies provide an opportunity for applicants with Grade 10 and no work experience to apply for employment within the public healthcare sector.

With 15 positions available in Amathole District and a salary ranging from R144 024 to R169 656 per annum, this vacancy may be worth considering for eligible job seekers who are comfortable working shifts and providing hands-on patient support.

Applicants should read the vacancy requirements carefully and submit their applications before 11 September 2026.