SANBS Blood Bank Technologist & Technician Vacancies

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SANBS Blood Bank Technologist & Technician Vacancies 2026

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has several permanent employment opportunities available for qualified Blood Bank Technicians and Blood Bank Technologists across various locations in South Africa. These positions are suited to suitably qualified professionals looking to build or advance their careers in blood transfusion services, medical technology, and laboratory sciences.

The available vacancies include Qualified Blood Bank Technician/Technologist and Relief Blood Bank Technologist positions in locations such as Sebokeng, Bloemfontein, Soweto, Johannesburg, Parktown, Pretoria, and across Gauteng.

Available SANBS Blood Bank Jobs

Qualified Blood Bank Technician / Technologist

Location: Sebokeng
Listing Reference: sanbs_003387
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R457,896.00 per annum
Closing Date: 30 July 2026

The successful candidate will perform routine testing functions in blood banks using both manual and automated methods. Duties include compatibility testing, post-natal testing, and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations, while ensuring that all work is performed according to approved Standard Operating Procedures and the Standards of Practice for Blood Transfusion in South Africa.

Relief Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Bloemfontein
Listing Reference: sanbs_003382
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R457,896.00 per annum
Closing Date: 27 July 2026

The successful candidate will perform routine blood bank testing, including compatibility testing, post-natal testing, and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations. The role also involves checking and verifying test results performed by Registered Blood Bank Technicians and Registered Trainee Technicians.

Qualified Blood Bank Technician / Technologist

Location: Soweto
Listing Reference: sanbs_003313
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R438,178.00 per annum
Closing Date: 29 July 2026

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine manual and automated blood bank testing, including compatibility testing, post-natal investigations, and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations in accordance with SANBS procedures and applicable transfusion standards.

Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Johannesburg
Listing Reference: sanbs_003278
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R438,178.00 per annum
Closing Date: 2 August 2026

The successful candidate will perform routine blood bank testing and assist in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results. Responsibilities include compatibility testing, post-natal testing, preliminary transfusion reaction investigations, and verification of results performed by other laboratory personnel.

Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Parktown
Listing Reference: sanbs_003254
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R438,178.00 per annum
Closing Date: 2 August 2026

This position involves performing routine blood bank testing functions, including compatibility testing, post-natal investigations, and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations. The successful candidate will also be required to check and verify relevant test results.

Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Parktown
Listing Reference: sanbs_003135
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R435,040.00 per annum
Closing Date: 2 August 2026

The incumbent will perform routine blood bank testing functions using approved manual and automated processes. The role includes compatibility testing, post-natal investigations, preliminary transfusion reaction investigations, and verification of test results.

Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Soweto
Listing Reference: sanbs_003059
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R416,307.00 per annum
Closing Date: 2 August 2026

The successful candidate will be responsible for routine blood bank testing and related laboratory functions. Duties include compatibility testing, post-natal testing, preliminary transfusion reaction investigations, and checking and verifying test results.

Relief Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Pretoria
Listing Reference: sanbs_002393
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R435,041.00 per annum
Closing Date: 27 July 2026

The successful candidate will perform routine blood bank testing functions, including compatibility, post-natal, and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations. The role also requires the checking and verification of test results produced by other qualified and trainee laboratory personnel.

Relief Blood Bank Technologist

Location: Gauteng
Listing Reference: sanbs_002322
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: R416,307.00 per annum
Closing Date: 2 August 2026

The successful candidate will perform routine testing functions within blood banks, including compatibility testing, post-natal testing, and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations. The incumbent will also be responsible for checking and verifying relevant test results.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the position, successful candidates may be responsible for:

  • Performing routine blood bank testing using manual and automated methods.
  • Conducting compatibility testing.
  • Performing post-natal investigations.
  • Conducting preliminary transfusion reaction investigations.
  • Following approved Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Complying with the Standards of Practice for Blood Transfusion in South Africa.
  • Checking and verifying test results.
  • Supporting accurate and reliable blood transfusion laboratory services.
  • Maintaining professional standards and quality requirements within the blood bank environment.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should meet the relevant qualification and professional registration requirements for the position. Candidates are expected to have the appropriate qualifications and experience required to work as a Blood Bank Technician or Technologist.

Applicants should carefully review the official SANBS vacancy requirements for the specific position before submitting an application.

Who Should Apply?

These vacancies may be suitable for qualified professionals in fields such as:

  • Blood Bank Technology
  • Medical Technology
  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Biomedical Laboratory Science
  • Transfusion Science
  • Related laboratory and medical technology disciplines

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply for the relevant vacancy through the official SANBS recruitment platform. Applicants should use the correct listing reference number when identifying the position they wish to apply for.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the relevant closing date and ensure that they meet all qualification, registration, and experience requirements specified for the vacancy.

Important: Closing dates vary by position, with vacancies closing between 27 July 2026 and 2 August 2026. Applicants should apply as early as possible and verify the latest vacancy details on the official SANBS careers portal.

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