• Reference Number : refs/023301
• Directorate : Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : Grade 1 – R 646.00 per hour, Grade 2 – R 737.00 per hour, Grade 3 - R853.00 per hour
• Enquiries : Prof. M Mabongo Tel No- 012 319 2678

Requirements :

• Qualification as specialist in Maxillo-Facial and Oral Surgery. Current registration with the HPCSA as a specialist maxillofacial and oral surgeon in the independent practice category. The following will be added advantages- Demonstrable interest in dento-facial deformities (Orthognathic); Rehabilitation of surgical patients (Implantology; both simple dental and zygomatic implants), Craniofacial deformities including cleft lip and palate), Surgical Pathology (begnin and malignant); Experience in research, and training of registrars.

Duties :

• Didactic and clinical teaching of postgraduate students mainly registrars in dento-facial deformities (Orthognathic); Rehabilitation of surgical patients (Implantology; both simple dental and zygomatic implants), Craniofacial deformities including cleft lip and palate), Surgical Pathology (begnin and malignant), conducting and supervising postgraduate research and service delivery. Clinical teaching of registrars in the management of emergency patients.

Notes :

• These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and University of Pretoria. Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : University of Pretoria Oral Health Centre

Closing Date : 17-09-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.