JOBS AT MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Mpumalanga Department of Health Vacancies 2026
Closing Date: 6 March 2026
The Mpumalanga Department of Health invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for a range of healthcare, administrative, and support service positions across Mpumalanga Province.
These vacancies are available at hospitals, district offices, and the provincial office. The Department is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.
All applications must be submitted online on or before 6 March 2026.
Available Job Opportunities
Medical Positions
Medical Officer Grade 1 (10 Posts)
Salary: R1 001 349 – R1 078 116 per annum
Requirements:
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MBChB qualification
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Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner
Key Responsibilities:
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Provision of clinical services
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Management of medical emergencies
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Participation in hospital service delivery
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Implementation of clinical protocols
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Training and development participation
No experience required for South African-qualified candidates after HPCSA registration.
Dentist Grade 1
Salary: R972 612 – R1 062 183 per annum
Location: Impungwe Hospital
Requirements:
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Registration with the HPCSA as a Dentist
Responsibilities:
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Delivery of dental services
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Oral health promotion and education
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Community and school outreach
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Supervision of junior staff
No experience required for locally qualified candidates.
Nursing Positions
Assistant Manager Nursing (Area)
Salary: R693 096 – R813 732 per annum
Requirements:
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Nursing qualification registered with SANC
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Minimum 8 years nursing experience
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At least 3 years management experience
Duties:
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Supervision of nursing staff
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Management of patient care services
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Resource and budget monitoring
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Policy implementation
Operational Manager Nursing
Salary: R549 192 – R629 121 per annum
Posts Available: Female Surgical Ward, General Ward
Requirements:
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Minimum 7 years nursing experience
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SANC registration
Professional Nurse Grade 1 – Trauma & Emergency
Salary: R476 367 – R559 548 per annum
Requirements:
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Trauma & Emergency specialization
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Minimum 4 years experience
Professional Nurse Grade 1 – Paediatric
Salary: R476 367 – R559 548 per annum
Requirements:
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Paediatric specialization
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Minimum 4 years experience
Professional Nurse Grade 1 – General Nursing
Salary: R324 384 – R382 107 per annum
Location: Rob Ferreira Hospital
Administrative and Support Positions
Assistant Director: Property Administration (2 Posts)
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Location: Provincial Office, Mbombela
Senior Provisioning Administrative Officer
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Location: Mapulaneng Hospital
Provisioning Administrative Officer
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Locations: Rob Ferreira Hospital, Nkangala District Office
Principal Personnel Officer
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Location: Rob Ferreira Hospital
Administrative Officer – Records Management (2 Posts)
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Location: King Nyabela Hospital
Laundry Manager
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Location: King Nyabela Hospital
Food Service Manager
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Location: Barberton Hospital
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
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Completed Z83 application form
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Detailed Curriculum Vitae
Certified copies of qualifications will be required only from shortlisted candidates.
Applications must be submitted online. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Important Notes
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Only online applications will be accepted
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Applicants not contacted within 90 days should consider their application unsuccessful
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Professional registration is compulsory for clinical posts
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The Department reserves the right to amend or withdraw posts
Closing Date
6 March 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply early to avoid technical difficulties.
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