Operational Manager Nursing Grade 1 (General Nursing) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

GRD97/2026

Location:

Ladismith Hospital, Garden Route District

REMUNERATION

R 571 161 per annum - R 654 285 per annum (Plus non pensionable rural allowance of 8% of your annual basic salary). Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

8/7/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/08/24 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to perform overtime, after-hours, weekends, standby duties, and assist with shift work when needed.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards. Knowledge and understanding of Nursing legislation, related legal ethical nursing practices and framework, as well as labour legislation and relevant public sector policies, guidelines and protocols. Ability to function under pressure, independently and as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good organisational, interpersonal, leadership, decision making, and conflict resolution skills. Basic computer literacy.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Manage the clinical services and rostering of staff. Responsible for planning, managing, coordinating and maintaining an optimal quality Nursing Service as an Operational Manager in a hospital setting. Participative management and utilization of Human Resources, to fulfil operational and developmental functions in the area. Manage and monitor the Financial Resources, consumables and equipment of the clinical area. Initiate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service Department and the institution. Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be subjected to a competency test.

ENQUIRIES

Ms A Laubscher, tel. No. (028) 551 - 1010

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:

available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.