Gauteng Department of Health Vacancies 2026: Apply for 490 Data Capturer, Mobile Driver and Teletracer Posts

The Gauteng Department of Health is recruiting for 490 positions within its HIV/AIDS, STIs and TB (HAST) directorate. Opportunities include data capturing, driving and patient follow-up roles across Gauteng health districts.

Vacancy Overview

The annual salaries equal approximately R16 757.75 monthly for Data Capturers and Teletracers, and R14 185.50 monthly for Mobile Drivers, before deductions and excluding benefits.

Data Capturer Vacancies: 415 Posts

These positions are available in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane and West Rand.

Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification, computer literacy, Microsoft Office knowledge, numeracy and communication skills. They should understand administrative procedures, interpret data, manage their time and work independently. Familiarity with Tier.Net and health information systems is advantageous.

Successful candidates will capture and update healthcare information, check records for accuracy, reconcile monthly data and prepare statistical reports. Other responsibilities include maintaining electronic databases, filing documents, responding to enquiries and providing administrative assistance. 

Mobile Driver Vacancies: 25 Posts

Driver opportunities are available in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng and West Rand.

Candidates must have:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• At least two years of driving experience.
• A valid Code 10 (C1)/EB driving licence.
• A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

One year of public service driving experience is advantageous. Applicants must communicate effectively and be willing to work shifts and public holidays.

Duties include transporting patients, employees and official documents, inspecting vehicles, reporting defects, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and completing logbooks. Drivers will also provide messenger and basic clerical support while following government transport procedures. Skills Daily SA

Teletracer Vacancies: 50 Posts

Teletracer positions are available in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng and West Rand.

Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification, computer literacy, professional telephone skills and knowledge of HIV/TB programmes and patient confidentiality. Knowledge of HAST tracing is advantageous.

Teletracers will contact patients who have missed appointments or interrupted treatment, update contact details, record tracing outcomes and refer cases requiring further assistance.

Screening detail: The application asks about one year of public service experience, although this is not explicitly listed in the article’s minimum requirements. Candidates should answer accurately. Skills Daily SA

How to Apply

Submit applications through the Gauteng E-Recruitment portal, using the relevant reference number.

Attach a fully completed and signed new Z83 form and an updated, comprehensive CV. Applications without these documents will be disqualified. Hand-delivered, emailed and faxed applications are not accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified supporting documents. Skills Daily SA

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1. Data Capturer – HAST: 415 Vacancies

The Data Capturer positions are available in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane and West Rand health districts.

Applicants must hold a Grade 12/Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification. The department requires computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes, numeracy and communication skills, and an understanding of administrative processes. Candidates should be able to work independently, manage their time and demonstrate knowledge of the Batho Pele principles.

Knowledge of Tier.Net and health data management will be an added advantage. skillsdaily.co.za

What the Work Involves

Successful candidates will capture, maintain and validate healthcare information. Responsibilities include updating the District Health Information System (DHIS) and Health Information Management (HIM) databases, preparing spreadsheets and checking records for completeness and consistency.

The work also involves monthly data reconciliation, routine statistical reporting, retrieving information and transferring manual records into electronic formats. General administrative duties include registering documents, maintaining filing systems, taking minutes when necessary and responding to office enquiries.

The online screening questions ask whether applicants have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and whether they are computer literate and able to draw data. jobs.gauteng.gov.za

Preparing a Relevant CV

Applicants should make their computer and administrative skills easy to identify. Where applicable, describe experience checking figures, updating spreadsheets, maintaining records or preparing reports. If you have used Tier.Net, DHIS or another information system, explain what you did with it rather than simply listing the system’s name.

2. Mobile Driver – HAST: 25 Vacancies

The Mobile Driver vacancies cover Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng and West Rand.

Applicants need:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• At least two years of driving experience.
• A valid Code 10 (C1)/EB driving licence, as specified in the advert.
• A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).

One year of public service driving experience is advantageous. Candidates must also be able to read and write, communicate effectively, work independently and cooperate with colleagues. Willingness to work shifts and public holidays is required. skillsdaily.co.za

What the Work Involves

Drivers will carry out authorised trips involving patients, employees, documents and other departmental requirements. They must inspect vehicles before travelling, check fluid levels and tyres, report defects promptly and keep allocated vehicles clean.

Other responsibilities include completing logbooks, maintaining prescribed vehicle records, providing messenger services and supporting basic office administration. The advert also requires the ability to drive a mobilisation truck.

Drivers must follow government transport policies, safeguard vehicles and accessories, and keep their driving licence and PDP valid and in their possession. jobs.gauteng.gov.za

Preparing a Relevant CV

State your licence category, PDP details and driving employment dates clearly. Describe the vehicles you have driven and the transport duties you have performed. Relevant examples could include passenger transport, deliveries, vehicle inspections, logbook completion or reporting maintenance problems.

3. Teletracer – HAST: 50 Vacancies

The Teletracer positions are based across Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Sedibeng and West Rand.

Applicants must have Grade 12/Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification. Required skills include computer literacy, numeracy, administration, professional telephone etiquette and effective communication. Knowledge of HIV/TB programmes and confidentiality is also required.

Knowledge of HAST patient tracing is advantageous, while the advert indicates that local language ability is often preferred. Candidates should manage pressure, solve problems and communicate sensitively.

The screening questions ask about one year of public service experience, although this is not explicitly included in the minimum requirements paragraph. Applicants should answer accurately. skillsdaily.co.za

What the Work Involves

Teletracers help healthcare teams reconnect with patients who have missed appointments or interrupted treatment. They contact patients by telephone and, where applicable, SMS, using approved scripts.

They also verify contact information, record tracing outcomes on approved systems, prepare reports and encourage patients to return to care. Cases involving medical or social difficulties must be referred to appropriate healthcare workers.

The role involves working with nurses, counsellors, data capturers and community health workers while protecting patient confidentiality. jobs.gauteng.gov.za

Preparing a Relevant CV

Highlight experience in telephone communication, patient support, administration or confidential record management. List languages you speak and explain any relevant public service experience. Use clear employment dates so that your CV supports the answers given during online screening.