The Limpopo Department of Health has announced one of the largest EPWP recruitment drives in the province, creating over 1,700 temporary work opportunities across healthcare facilities.
The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) is a government initiative designed to provide temporary employment, work experience, and skills development to unemployed South Africans. Through this programme, participants earn a monthly stipend while gaining practical workplace experience.
For many young people, school leavers, TVET graduates, and unemployed job seekers, EPWP opportunities serve as an important stepping stone towards permanent employment.
This latest recruitment drive covers:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Community Health Centres
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Nursing Colleges and Campuses
- District Health Offices
- Provincial Health Offices
The programme will run until 31 March 2027.
Quick Overview
- Organisation: Limpopo Department of Health
- Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
- Province: Limpopo
- Contract Period: Up to 31 March 2027
- Closing Date: 11 June 2026
- Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76
Available Opportunities Include:
- EPWP General Workers (1,244 posts)
- EPWP General Workers: Food Services (428 posts)
- EPWP Admin Clerks: Asset Management (82 posts)
- EPWP Infrastructure General Workers (3 posts)
- EPWP Infrastructure General Worker Operators – Water Softening Plants (7 posts)
Total Opportunities Advertised: More than 1,760 positions
Application Method: Online application links provided by the Limpopo Department of Health
Who May Apply:
- South African citizens
- Qualifying unemployed individuals
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Applicants who have not previously participated in EPWP for more than 24 months
Opportunity 1: EPWP General Workers – Food Services (428 Posts)
Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76 per month.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- N6 Certificate in Catering and Hospitality Management from a TVET College
- Computer literacy
- Ability to work in food preparation environments
- Knowledge of food safety standards
Duties
Successful applicants will:
- Prepare meals for patients
- Assist with therapeutic diets
- Serve food to wards
- Clean kitchen equipment
- Maintain food hygiene standards
- Handle dishwashing operations
- Pack and label meals
- Ensure food safety compliance
Locations
Positions are available across:
- Capricorn District
- Mopani District
- Sekhukhune District
- Vhembe District
- Waterberg District
Including major hospitals such as:
- Mankweng Hospital
- Pietersburg Hospital
- Tshilidzini Hospital
- Donald Fraser Hospital
- Mokopane Hospital
- Ellisras Hospital and many others.
Opportunity 2: Infrastructure EPWP General Workers (3 Posts)
Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76 per month.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum ABET qualification
- Infrastructure maintenance exposure will be advantageous
- Experience with hand tools and power tools
- Reference letter showing relevant exposure is recommended
Key Responsibilities
- Maintenance support
- Repair work
- Equipment servicing
- Fault reporting
- Infrastructure upkeep
- General handyman assistance
Locations
- FH Odendaal Hospital
- Ellisras Hospital
Opportunity 3: Water Softening Plant Operators (7 Posts)
Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76 per month.
Requirements
Applicants need:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Exposure to plumbing or water softening plant operations
- Water softening or plumbing certificates will be advantageous
- Basic technical knowledge
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements
Duties
- Operate water softening plants
- Conduct maintenance checks
- Service equipment
- Keep maintenance records
- Report faults and repairs
Locations
- Helene Franz Hospital
- Lebowakgomo Hospital
- Zebediela Hospital
- Dilokong Hospital
- Maphutha L Malatji Hospital
- Thabazimbi Hospital
Opportunity 4: EPWP Admin Clerk – Asset Management (82 Posts)
Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76 per month.
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- N6 qualification in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Financial Management
- Logistics Management
- Purchasing Management
- Commerce
- Public Management
- Computer literacy
- Understanding of PFMA and Treasury Regulations will be beneficial
Duties
- Asset register maintenance
- Asset verification
- Inventory management
- Asset movement tracking
- Disposal record keeping
- Monthly reconciliations
Locations
Posts are available at:
- Provincial Office
- District Offices
- Hospitals
- EMS Services
- Nursing Campuses
- Pharmaceutical Depot
Across all five districts of Limpopo.
Opportunity 5: EPWP General Workers (1,244 Posts)
Monthly Stipend: R4,121.76 per month.
This is the largest recruitment category in the circular.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum ABET qualification
- Exposure to hospital environments will be advantageous
- Ability to perform physically demanding work
- Ability to work shifts
- Ability to work weekends and public holidays when required
- Ability to handle cleaning equipment and healthcare-related duties
Duties May Include
Porter Duties
- Transporting patients
- Moving wheelchairs and stretchers
- Assisting hospital staff
- Taking corpses to mortuaries when required
Laundry Duties
- Handling hospital linen
- Washing and sorting linen
- Infection control compliance
Mortuary Duties
- Receiving and storing corpses
- Maintaining mortuary records
- Cleaning mortuary facilities
Ward Attendant Duties
- Ward cleaning
- General ward support
- Infection control functions
Cleaner Duties
- Cleaning offices
- Cleaning wards
- Waste disposal
- Maintaining hygiene standards
Locations
These positions are spread across:
- Hundreds of clinics
- Community Health Centres
- Hospitals
- Nursing campuses
- District offices
In:
- Capricorn District
- Mopani District
- Sekhukhune District
- Vhembe District
- Waterberg District
Important Application Requirements
Before applying, applicants must note the following:
- Use the new Z83 application form.
- Attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Complete all required sections of the Z83 form.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of qualifications and ID.
- Successful candidates will work eight hours per day.
- Applicants who have already participated in EPWP for more than 24 months are not eligible.
How to Apply
The Department of Health has provided online application links for every facility and position.
To apply: Applicants should download the Limpopo Health Vacancy Circular Here, and then:
- Complete the new Z83 form.
- Prepare an updated CV.
- Select the facility where you want to work.
- Use the application link provided for that facility.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
Applicants should quote:
- The Circular Number, or
- The LDH application reference
and not use internal departmental references.
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Edupstairs Advice
This Limpopo Department of Health EPWP recruitment drive is one of the largest government employment opportunities currently available in South Africa. With over 1,700 positions spread across clinics, hospitals, nursing campuses and district offices, applicants have a realistic opportunity to secure valuable workplace experience while earning a monthly stipend.
If you are applying, ensure that your CV is updated, your Z83 form is completed correctly, and you apply only for positions where you meet the stated requirements. Submit your application as early as possible and carefully select facilities located closest to where you reside to improve your accessibility should you be shortlisted.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is the monthly EPWP stipend?
Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R4,121.76.
- Who can apply?
Unemployed South Africans who meet the requirements of the specific position and who have not previously served in EPWP for more than 24 months.
- Are persons with disabilities encouraged to apply?
Yes. The Department specifically encourages applications from persons with disabilities.
- What is the closing date?
Applications close on 11 June 2026.
- Will interviews be conducted?
Yes. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews and assessments.
- Will everyone receive feedback?
No. Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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