Head of Unit (Hou)

About the role

The Department of Health (Gauteng) is hiring a Head of Unit (Hou) in Anaesthesia, based in Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R2,168,145 a year. (re-advertisement) Directorate: Anaesthesia How to apply: Applicants should quote the relevant reference number and submit through the following email address TMRH.Vacancies@gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: TMRH/AHOU/10/2026 Closing date: 06 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following email address: TMRH.Vacancies@gauteng.gov.za No hand-delivered, faxed applications will be accepted. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered. Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant as per Circular no 3 of 2025. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Sections E, F and G: Space on the Z83 form is limited. Applicants must complete the three lines provided in each section. If further information is required, they may write “Refer to CV” or “See attached” only after completing those lines, provided that the CV or attachment contains the required information. All experience listed in the CV should be in chronological order and should indicate the employer, position and period of employment. The CV should indicate the start and end dates for each period of employment in DD/MM/YYYY format. The CV must include the names and locations of schools and institutions attended. The information on the new Z83 form must be consistent with the CV. Reference checks: Provide at least three (3) references, of which one must be the immediate supervisor. The Department reserves the right to conduct further verification where necessary. Failure to submit all the required information listed above may result in the candidate being disqualified. The question in Part F relating to conditions that prevent reappointment must be answered. The declaration must be completed and signed. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Only emailed applications will be considered. Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members undergo and pass a Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) upon appointment. The verification process includes reference, identity, qualification and criminal record checks. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process

Responsibilities

• Assist the clinical manager with management and administrative duties within the anaesthetic department, and participate in hospital committees and Departmental activities.
• Teaching and training at an undergraduate and post graduate level.
• Supervision and delivery of anaesthesia services at Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital and its cluster as appropriate.
• Engagement in outreach activities of the department.
• Human capital management and other administrative duties as allocated.
• Participation in the research and publication agenda of the academic department.
• Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (Contracting, reviews and final assessment).

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Appropriate postgraduate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist.
• At least 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Specialist Anaesthetist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia.
• Outstanding clinical skills in the field preferably in the public service environment.
• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate training, including research.
• Understanding of basic Human Resource matters including labour relations and ORW.
• Understanding of basic Finance matters such as cost drivers and budget allocations.
• Knowledge of relevant health & labour legislation.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Understanding of basic Supply Chain matters such as developing demand and procurement plans for the unit.
• Knowledge of legislative prescripts governing public service.
• Managerial and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and supervisory skills.
• Stress-tolerance and the ability to work in a team.