Forensic Pathology Officer Grade 1 To 2 Chief Directorate; Emergency And Clinical Support Services

Department: Western Cape Provincial Government Centre: Worcester And Ceres, Forensic Pathology Service Salary: Grade 1: R225 777 per annum Grade 2: R262 953 per annum Posts: 2 DUTIES Effective and efficient recovery, storage and processing of deceased. An effective forensic autopsy process rendered in accordance with set standards and guidelines. -Optimal control of reports and statements during and after the Forensic Mortuary process. An effective and efficient Management of Unknown corpses. An efficient support service to the Manager with regard to Corporate and Clinical Governance functions of the Forensic Pathology Laboratory. ENQUIRIES Mr P Albertyn Tel No: (023) 347 -5353 or email: [email protected] HOW TO APPLY Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). NOTE No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a practical test. Candidates will be subjected to security clearance prior to appointment. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate with having achieved mathematics and Life Science and/or Biology as passed subjects. Experience: Grade 1: None. Grade 2: 10 year’s appropriate experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Ability to work under pressure. Willingness to be trained in Forensic Investigation and Dissection. Ability to work with and lift corpses, (mutilated, decomposed, infectious viruses, obese). Be willing to travelling long distances and working standby duties / overtime. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer and software literacy. Ability to be trained in 4x4 Vehicle handling. Ability to be trained in photography. Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Willingness to assist with duties in an X-ray room. Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal and working relations with staff and clients. Ability to interpret and apply policies. Will be required to deliver testimony in court proceedings.