Mpumalanga Department of Health Vacancies 2026: Multiple Posts
The Mpumalanga Department of Health has advertised several employment opportunities under DPSA Circular 29 of 2026. The vacancies are available across hospitals and district offices in Mpumalanga, including opportunities for accounting graduates, professional nurses and artisans.
Additional vacancies confirmed in the list
- Medical Specialist Grade 1–3: Obstetric & Gynaecology — Witbank Hospital
- Operational Manager Nursing (PN-B3): PHC — Nelspruit CHC
- Assistant Director: Revenue Management — 5 hospital locations
- Artisan Foreman Grade A: Electrical — Mapulaneng Hospital
- State Accountant: Revenue Management — Provincial Office, Mbombela
- Enrolled Nurse / Staff Nurse Grade 1 — Ethandukukhanya CHC and King Nyabela Hospital
- Administration Clerk — Malelane Clinic, Kinross Clinic, Lebohang Clinic and Troya Clinic
- Accounting Clerk: Finance — Witbank Hospital
- Switchboard/Telecom Operator — Witbank Hospital
- Ward Clerk — Standerton Hospital
- Data Capturer — 7 locations
- Enrolled Nursing Assistant Grade 1 — 11 locations
- Personnel Officer — Matikwana Hospital and Impungwe Hospital
- Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic) Grade 1 — Amajuba Memorial Hospital
- Operational Manager Nursing (PN-B3): PHC — Vukuzakhe Clinic
Important: Some vacancies have different closing dates. The earliest closing date shown is 25 August 2026, while several others close 28 August 2026 or 4 September 2026.
1. State Accountant: Revenue Management – 14 Posts
Reference Number: MPDOH/AUG/26/1245
Contract: Three-year contract for unemployed graduates
Salary: R338,106 per annum (Level 07), plus service benefits
District: Ehlanzeni District
Centres
- Barberton Hospital – 1 post
- Lydenburg Hospital – 1 post
- Matibidi Hospital – 1 post
- Matikwana Hospital – 1 post
- Mapulaneng Hospital – 2 posts
- Rob Ferreira Hospital – 2 posts
- Sabie Hospital – 1 post
- Shongwe Hospital – 1 post
- Themba Hospital – 2 posts
- Tintswalo Hospital – 1 post
- Tonga Hospital – 1 post
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or Management Accounting, recognised by SAQA.
- Knowledge of provisioning administration, particularly the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
- Computer literacy.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good management and supervisory skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
- A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
Duties
The successful candidates will be responsible for capturing receipts and journals on BAS, processing debtor accounts, monitoring PEIS accounts, billing PAIA accounts, administering sectional logistics, collecting and depositing cash, preparing reconciliations and financial reports, requesting BAS reports for Treasury submissions and consolidating revenue information received from various facilities.
2. State Accountant: Revenue Management – 8 Posts
Reference Number: MPDOH/AUG/26/1253
Contract: Three-year contract for unemployed graduates
Salary: R338,106 per annum (Level 07), plus service benefits
District: Nkangala District
- BUSAMED: Theatre Stock Controller, Chef, Clerk, Debtors Supervisor and Funder Liaison Support
- Administrative Controller: Food Safety
- Eskom Graduate in Training – Quantity Surveying 2026
- Administrator – Old Mutual
- Digital Marketing and Website Administrator
Centres
- Bernice Samuel Hospital – 1 post
- H A Grove Hospital – 1 post
- Impungwe Hospital – 1 post
- Middelburg Hospital – 1 post
- Mmametlhake Hospital – 1 post
- KwaMhlanga Hospital – 1 post
- Waterval Boven Hospital – 1 post
- Witbank Hospital – 1 post
Requirements
Applicants must have Grade 12/Senior Certificate and a Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or Management Accounting recognised by SAQA.
Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations, computer literacy, communication skills, management and supervisory skills and the ability to work independently are required. A valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.
Duties
Duties include capturing receipts and journals on BAS, processing debtor accounts, monitoring PEIS accounts, billing PAIA accounts, handling sectional logistics, collecting and depositing cash, preparing reconciliations and financial reports and consolidating revenue information.
3. State Accountant: Revenue Management – 10 Posts
Reference Number: MPDOH/AUG/26/1263
Contract: Three-year contract for unemployed graduates
Salary: R338,106 per annum (Level 07), plus service benefits
District: Gert Sibande District
Centres
- Amajuba Memorial Hospital – 1 post
- Bethal Hospital – 1 post
- Carolina Hospital – 1 post
- Elsie Ballot Hospital – 1 post
- Embhuleni Hospital – 1 post
- Ermelo Hospital – 2 posts
- Evander Hospital – 1 post
- Piet Retief Hospital – 1 post
- Standerton Hospital – 1 post
Requirements
A Senior Certificate/Grade 12 and a Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management or Management Accounting recognised by SAQA are required.
Candidates should have knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations, computer literacy, good communication and interpersonal skills, management and supervisory abilities and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Duties
The position involves revenue administration, BAS receipt and journal capturing, debtor account processing, PEIS monitoring, PAIA billing, cash collection and deposits, financial reconciliations, financial reporting and consolidation of revenue information.
4. Professional Nurse Grade 1 (PN-A2): General Nursing – 3 Posts
Reference Number: MPDOH/AUG/26/1265
Salary: R337,359 – R397,392 per annum
Centres
Nkangala District
- Witbank Hospital – 2 posts
Ehlanzeni District
- Mapulaneng Hospital – 1 post
Requirements
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12.
- Basic qualification accredited by the South African Nursing Council (SANC), such as a Diploma or Degree in General Nursing, or an equivalent qualification allowing registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.
- Applicants must meet the applicable 2026 professional registration requirements.
- Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
- Leadership, interpersonal, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Duties
The successful candidates will provide clinical nursing care in accordance with the professional scope of practice and nursing standards. Duties include promoting quality nursing care, participating in National Core Standards and Ideal Hospital Realization Framework initiatives, communicating effectively with patients and healthcare professionals, working within multidisciplinary teams, planning nursing activities, advocating for patients and managing resources within the unit.
5. Artisan (Production) Grade A: Plumber
Reference Number: MPDOH/AUG/26/1266
Salary: R253,341 – R281,172 per annum
Centre: Gert Sibande District Office, Ermelo
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 10–12 or equivalent qualification.
- Completed apprenticeship relevant to plumbing.
- Plumbing trade test certificate.
- Basic computer knowledge for time entry, preventative maintenance and work orders.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Ability to work irregular hours and respond to emergencies.
- Ability to communicate in two of the three official languages of Mpumalanga.
- Ability to work under pressure and in adverse weather conditions.
- Physical fitness to perform the duties.
- Willingness to work overtime, standby, weekends and public holidays when required.
Duties
Responsibilities include monitoring reservoir levels and sewer pumps, repairing and maintaining water and sewer pipelines and fittings, installing and maintaining sewer connections and new mains, requesting materials and stores, maintaining daily work records, ensuring occupational health and safety, managing departmental assets and equipment and supervising staff.
Employment Equity
The Department of Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In terms of its Employment Equity targets, preference may be given to female candidates in the relevant category.
Persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply and should indicate this in their applications.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Mpumalanga Department of Health Online Application System.
Applicants should complete and sign the Z83 application form and attach a detailed CV. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other supporting documents at the initial application stage. Certified documents may be requested from shortlisted candidates.
A separate application must be submitted for every post being applied for. Applicants must clearly indicate the full post description, reference number and, where applicable, the preferred station or centre.
Only online applications will be accepted. Fax applications will not be considered.
Online Application:
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Important Application Notes
- Ensure the Z83 form is fully completed and signed.
- Quote the correct reference number.
- State the specific post and centre you are applying for.
- Current government employees should indicate their PERSAL number on the Z83.
- Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo qualification verification and vetting.
- Candidates applying for health or engineering-related professional posts will be required to provide the relevant professional registration when requested.
- Shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise and an integrity/ethical conduct assessment.
- If no response is received within 90 days after the closing date, applicants should regard their applications as unsuccessful.
- The Department reserves the right to amend, review or withdraw advertised posts where it is in the best interests of the Department.
Advertised in DPSA Circular 29 of 2026.
Enquiries: Mpumalanga Department of Health — Mr Emmanuel Makokoropo: (013) 766 3384; Ms Gugu Nkosi: (013) 766 3103; Ms Sebenzile Mthisi: (013) 766 3339; Mr Mxolisi Maseko: (013) 766 3351; Mr Samson Nyoni: (013) 766 3087. IT-related queries: Help Desk, (013) 766 3018.