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POST 10/552 : FORENSIC PATHOLOGY OFFICER GRADE 1 TO 2 Chief


Key details

Salary
R217 092 β€’ per annum
Centre
Tygerberg Forensic Pathology Laboratory; Forensic Pathology Services
Closing date
09 Apr 2026

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Overview
Join our team to assist in forensic autopsy processes and manage deceased recovery and storage efficiently, supporting forensic pathology operations.

Requirements

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 interpret and apply policies.

Ability to work under pressure.

Ability to work with and lift corpses, (mutilated, decomposed, infectious viruses, obese).

Be willing to work shifts and overtime.

Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing.

Ability to be trained in photography.

Ability to be trained in 4X4 vehicle handling.

Willingness to assist with duties in an X-ray room.

Willingness to be trained in Forensic Investigation and Dissection.

Willingness to be trained in Forensic Pathology Business Processes.

Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal and working relations with staff and clients.

Computer and software literacy.

Will be required to deliver testimony in court proceedings.


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 Laboatory.


How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click β€œonline applications”)

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Notes

Closing Date

09 April 2026, 17:00 PM 349

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