Available Department of Defence Vacancies and Number of Posts

The Department of Defence South Africa, through the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS), has announced multiple employment opportunities for suitably qualified candidates across its military health facilities and support units.

Hiring Organisation: Department of Defence – South African Military Health Service (SAMHS)
Job Title: Multiple Vacancies (Administration, Human Resources, Secretarial, Healthcare Support and General Support Roles)
Job Location: Various locations across South Africa
Closing Date: 24 July 2026 at 16h00
Contract: Permanent positions; Vetting Session Workers are offered a two-year fixed contract

The vacancies are available in administration, human resources, medical support, logistics, cleaning services, food services, stores and intelligence vetting support.

Applicants who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit applications before the closing date.

Administration and Human Resource Positions

Personnel Official: Supervisor

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/01
Location: SAMHS HQ, PSAP Nodal Point, Lyttelton, Pretoria
Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)

Administration Clerk: Supervisor

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/02
Location: Area Military Health Unit Western Cape, Wynberg
Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)

Administration Clerk: Supervisor – Patient Administration

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/03
Location: Military Base Hospital, Lohatla
Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)

Administration Clerk: Supervisor – Patient Administration

Posts: 3
Reference: SG 01/24/26/04
Location: 3 Military Hospital, Bloemfontein
Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)

Provisioning Administration Clerk: Production

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/05
Location: 3 Military Hospital, Bloemfontein
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Provisioning Administration Clerk: Production

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/06
Location: Military Health Combat Training Centre, Lohatla
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Administration Clerk: Production

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/07
Location: Institute for Maritime Medicine, Simonstown
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Administration Clerk: Production

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/08
Location: 1 Medical Battalion Group, Durban
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Personnel Official: Production

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/09
Location: Military Health Training Formation, Lephalale
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Administration Clerk: Production

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/10
Location: Military Health Training Formation Headquarters
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Secretary Vacancies

Secretary

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/11
Location: Area Military Health Unit North West, Potchefstroom

Secretary

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/12
Location: Area Military Health Unit Western Cape, Wynberg

Secretary

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/13
Location: Military Health Training Formation Headquarters, Pretoria

Secretary

Posts: 4
Reference: SG 01/24/26/14A–D
Locations:

• SAMHS HQ Directorate Psychology
• SAMHS HQ Directorate Social Work
• SAMHS HQ Directorate HRM
• Chief Directorate Force Support

Secretary

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/15
Location: 7 Medical Battalion Group, Pretoria

Secretary

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/16
Location: 8 Medical Battalion Group, Pretoria

Salary for Secretary positions: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

General Support and Operational Positions

Handyman

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/17
Location: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria
Salary: R170 226 – R200 523 per annum (Level 03)

Cleaner

Posts: 6
Reference: SG 01/24/26/18
Location: 3 Military Hospital, Bloemfontein

Cleaner

Posts: 5
Reference: SG 01/24/26/19
Location: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria

Cleaner

Posts: 5
Reference: SG 01/24/26/20
Location: Military Health Training Formation Headquarters, Pretoria

Cleaner

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/21
Location: 7 Medical Battalion Group, Pretoria

Salary for Cleaner positions: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Groundsman Vacancies

Groundsman

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/22
Location: Area Military Health Unit Eastern Cape, Gqeberha

Groundsman

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/23
Location: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria

Groundsman

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/24
Location: 8 Medical Battalion Group, Pretoria

Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Food Services and Store Positions

Food Services Aid

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/25
Location: 3 Military Hospital, Bloemfontein

Food Services Aid

Posts: 6
Reference: SG 01/24/26/26
Location: Military Health Training Formation Headquarters, Pretoria

General Store Assistant

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/27
Location: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria

General Store Assistant

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/28
Location: Area Military Health Unit Northern Cape, Kimberley

General Store Assistant

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/29
Location: Area Military Health Unit North West, Potchefstroom

General Store Assistant

Posts: 1
Reference: SG 01/24/26/30
Location: Military Health Training Formation Headquarters, Pretoria

Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Vetting Session Worker Opportunities

Vetting Session Workers (Freelancers)

Posts: 5
Reference: DI/22/24/26/01
Location: Defence Intelligence Division, Pretoria

Contract: Two-year fixed contract
Pay: R214.92 per hour (maximum 180 hours per month)

Candidates require Grade 12 plus a relevant qualification in areas such as social sciences, psychology, counselling, investigation, social work, criminology or related fields. Applicants must also have investigation, administration or client interaction experience, a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

General Requirements

Most positions require:

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent, depending on the role.
• Computer literacy for administrative positions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within the Public Service environment.
• Knowledge of relevant administrative procedures.

Lower-level support positions such as cleaners, groundsmen and food services roles require ABET qualification and relevant practical abilities.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete and submit the prescribed Z83 application form together with a detailed CV. CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL JOB DETAILS AND HOW TO APPLY.

Applications submitted using an incorrect form, incomplete documentation, faxed copies or photocopies will not be considered.

• Practice note on the application of the Z83 and other employment matters
• New Z83 application form [effective from 01 January 2021]
• Editable New Z83 application form [effective from 01 January 2021]

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified supporting documents and may undergo:

• Personnel suitability checks
• Security clearance processes
• Qualification and employment verification
• Integrity assessments and competency assessments where applicable

The closing date for applications is 24 July 2026 at 16h00. CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL JOB DETAILS AND HOW TO APPLY.