Gauteng Health EPWP Jobs 2026 Now Open – 195 Posts Available!

The Gauteng Department of Health, through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), has officially opened applications for 195 fixed-term contract positions across health facilities in the Johannesburg Health District. These opportunities are aimed at previously disadvantaged and unemployed South Africans who have never benefited from EPWP before.

This is breaking and time-sensitive news – and applications close on 11 January 2026.

Quick Overview

Positions Available: Administration Clerks (85), Cleaners (80), Groundskeepers (30)
Location: Johannesburg Health District facilities
Contract: Duration 3 Months
Contract Period: 19 January 2026 – 31 March 2026
Monthly Stipend: R3 500
Closing Date: 11 January 2026
Application Method: Email only
Reference Number: JHB/EPWP195

Positions Available Under EPWP 2026

Administration Clerks (85 Posts)

Minimum Requirements

• Certified Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent
• Certification stamp not older than 6 months
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Key Duties

• Typing, scanning, printing, filing, stapling, and copying
• Capturing meeting minutes and registry services
• Data capturing, record keeping, and document tracking
• Completing forms and administrative documents
• Supporting supervisors with daily office tasks

Ideal for candidates interested in administration, office work, or government clerical careers.

Cleaners (80 Posts)

Minimum Requirements

• Certified school report or qualification (stamp not older than 6 months)
• Basic communication skills

Key Duties

• Cleaning offices, clinics, and health facilities
• Sweeping, mopping, polishing, and dusting
• Window cleaning and furniture care
• Waste disposal and disinfecting designated areas
• Maintaining cleaning supplies stock

A strong entry point into facilities management, healthcare support services, and EPWP experience.

Groundskeepers (30 Posts)

Minimum Requirements

• Certified school report or equivalent
• Good communication skills

Key Duties

• Lawn mowing, weeding, watering, and fertilising
• Maintaining gardens, walkways, and pavements
• Tree cutting and trimming
• Removing litter and general outdoor upkeep

Best suited for candidates interested in landscaping, municipal services, or environmental maintenance.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for any of these EPWP posts, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently unemployed
• Have no criminal record
• Reside within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
• Live near the health facility where they are applying
• Provide proof of residence
• Must NOT have previously benefited from EPWP

If you have worked under EPWP before, you are unfortunately not eligible.

How to Apply

All applications must follow the official government process.

Step 1: Complete the NEW Z83 Form

• Obtain the NEW Z83 application form here

Step 2: Prepare Your Supporting Documents

You must attach:

• Recently updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copies of qualifications / school reports
• Proof of residence
  (All certifications must be within the last 6 months)

Step 3: Indicate Preferred Facility

• Clearly indicate your nearest health facility on the Z83 form

Step 4: Submit via Email ONLY

Send your full application to: JhbHealth.DistrictJobApplications@gauteng.gov.za

• No hand deliveries
• No postal applications

Important Notes

• People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
• If you are not contacted within 30 days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful
• The Department reserves the right not to fill all posts

Download and Apply with the New Z83 Form