EMS Shift Leader Grade 3 to 6 (Rural) (x4 posts)
Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape)
Province:
Western Cape
Salary:
R348 636 per annum
Closing Date:
November 16, 2026
DPSA Vacancy Circular:
39 of 2026
296
Find the original in the DPSA circular:
Duties
Effective pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care and response to incidences when required. Ensure effective supervision and maintenance of Emergency Vehicles and equipment in line with the Financial and Fleet directives. Ensure effective report writing with regards to accident and incident reports, loss and theft control incidents and safety incidents. Ensure effective communication with regards to patients, colleagues, other services, and members of the Public. Supervise and manage rostered shifts and personnel in line with People Management policies and practices. Provide an effective administrative support to the Supervisor when required.
Key Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Grade 3: Successful completion of the Intermediate Life Support (ILS) that allows registration with the HPCSA as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 4: Successful completion of the Emergency Care Technician (ECT) that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Technician (ECT). Grade 5: Successful completion of the Critical Care Assistant course (CCA) or National Diploma that allows registration with the HPCSA as Paramedic. Grade 6: Successful completion of the B-Tech Degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP). Registration with a professional council: Grade 3: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an AEA. Grade 4: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an ECT. Grade 5: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Paramedic. Grade 6: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an ECP. Experience: Grade 3: Minimum of 3 years' experience within your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA). Grade 4: Minimum of 3 years' experience within your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Emergency Care Technician (ECT). Grade 5: Minimum of 3 years' experience your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Paramedic (CCA or N.DIP). Grade 6: Minimum of 3 years' experience your current registration category with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Emergency Care Practitioner (ECP). Inherent requirements of the job: Current registration with HPCSA as an AEA, ECT, Paramedic or ECP. Valid code C1 driver's license. Current Professional driver's permit. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent knowledge of all levels of Emergency Care protocols. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy in the MS Office package. Report writing skills.
WHERE TO APPLY
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click "online applications").
WHAT TO SEND
• A completed and signed Z83 form
GOOD TO KNOW
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment
Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 296.
Enquiries
EMS Overberg District Office – Ms Y Avontuur Tel No: (028) 312-3219 / Mr M Jacobs Tel No: (028) 284-9100 EMS Garden Route District Office Mr J Jansen Tel No: (044) 802-2517 / Ms L. Jacobs Tel No: (044) 802-2521 EMS West Coast District Office – Mr E. Pedro Tel No: (022) 433-8853 / Ms S. Andrew Tel No: (022) 433-8853 EMS Central Karoo District Office – Mr J. Jansen Tel No: (023) 449-8202 / Ms L. Fortuin Tel No: (023) 449 8209
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