Multiple Entry-Level Posts — Department of Defence (SAAF) — Apply by 28 November 2025

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Job Opportunity

Department: South African Air Force (SAAF) – Multiple Pretoria/Centurion units
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Position Types: Public Service Levels 02–04 (mostly entry level)
Work Locations: AFB Mobile Deployment Wing • SAAF Headquarters (CBD) • SAAF College (Thaba Tshwane) • 68 Air School (Centurion) • AFB Waterkloof (Centurion)

1) Food Service Aid — AFB Mobile Deployment Wing, Pretoria

Ref: SAAF MDW/01/42/25/01/C • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: Various
Overview: Support base catering by preparing, serving and maintaining hygienic meal services for members.
Key Responsibilities: Meal prep (wash, cut, cook); serve meals/tea/coffee; set & clear tables; dishwashing; pack/rotate stores; keep kitchen/dining/storage areas spotless; report defects; uphold hygiene & safety at all times.
Requirements & Skills: ABET (minimum); no experience required; basics of kitchen workflow/equipment; reliability, stamina, teamwork, hygiene awareness.

2) Cleaner — SAAF Headquarters Unit, Pretoria (CBD)

Ref: 01/42/25/G7 • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X7
Overview: Keep HQ offices and facilities clean, safe and serviceable.
Key Responsibilities: Sweep, mop, vacuum; dust & polish furniture; windows; clean ablutions; safe operation of basic cleaning machines; report faults/hazards.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; English verbal communication; ability to use basic tools/equipment; teamwork; routine task discipline.

3) Messenger — SAAF Headquarters Unit, Pretoria (CBD)

Ref: SAAF HQ/01/42/25/F6 • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X4
Overview: Provide messenger, deliveries and simple admin/driver support to HQ.
Key Responsibilities: Collect/dispatch documents & items; complete vehicle and dispatch registers; care for allocated vehicle; maintain distribution board; assist with general admin; work irregular hours as needed.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; military/Code 8 licence an advantage; honesty, planning & organizing, time management, people skills.

4) General Store Assistant — SAAF Headquarters Unit, Pretoria (CBD)

Ref: SAAF HQ UNIT 01/42/25/04/D4
Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: Various
Overview: Support the unit store with safe receipt, issuing and control of goods.
Key Responsibilities: Receive/issue equipment; maintain stock registers; follow Fire Order (DD19); basic housekeeping & fire-safety readiness; ad-hoc store tasks as directed.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; good verbal/written communication; interpersonal & basic numeracy skills; attention to detail.

5) Household Aid — SA Air Force College, Thaba Tshwane

Ref: SAAFCOL/01/42/25/5E • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X9
Overview: Maintain cleanliness and order in student accommodation and college facilities.
Key Responsibilities: Clean rooms/bungalows, offices and shared spaces; dust, sweep, mop, polish; assist with basic upkeep; report defects promptly.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; effective communication; reliability; customer-service attitude.

6) Cleaner — SA Air Force College, Thaba Tshwane

Ref: SAAFCOL/01/42/25/4D • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X7
Overview: General cleaning services across the college precinct.
Key Responsibilities: Routine office/facility cleaning; window cleaning; ablutions; safe use of basic machines; hazard reporting.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; English communication; operate basic hand tools/cleaning equipment; team & independent work.

7) Store Assistant — 68 Air School, Centurion

Ref: 68AIRSCHL/01/42/25/04D • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X3
Overview: Assist with logistics and stores operations for training demands.
Key Responsibilities: Receive/issue goods; keep accurate registers; adhere to DD19 and basic fire-safety routines; general store tasks.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; good communication & interpersonal skills; basic numeracy; orderly work habits.

8) Food Service Aid — 68 Air School, Centurion

Ref: 68AIRSCHL/01/42/25/03C • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X3
Overview: Provide hygienic meal preparation and serving for trainees/staff.
Key Responsibilities: Prep/cook/serve; beverage service; table setup; dishwashing; waste removal; stock packing & rotation; kitchen hygiene compliance.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; knowledge of basic food prep & equipment use; safety consciousness; teamwork.

9) Store Assistant — AFB Waterkloof, Centurion

Ref: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/10 • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X2
Overview: Operate and maintain orderly, compliant base stores at Waterkloof.
Key Responsibilities: Receive/issue equipment; maintain registers; fire-safety readiness (DD19 & extinguishers); general store tasks.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; eye for detail; basic numeracy; clear communication & teamwork.

10) Food Service Aid — AFB Waterkloof, Centurion

Ref: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/9 • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X7
Overview: Support high-volume catering for base personnel.
Key Responsibilities: Hygienic prep/serving; hot & cold beverages; table service; cleaning & waste control; report equipment defects; enforce kitchen hygiene.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; basic catering know-how; stamina; safety orientation.

11) Cleaner — AFB Waterkloof, Centurion

Ref: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/8 • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X13
Overview: Provide daily cleaning services across base facilities.
Key Responsibilities: Sweep/mop/vacuum; windows; furniture polishing; ablutions; safe machine operation; fault reporting.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; English communication; tool/machine basics; reliability; team player.

12) Groundsman — AFB Waterkloof, Centurion

Ref: AFBWKLF01/42/25/04 • Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02) • Posts: X6
Overview: Maintain gardens, lawns and outdoor areas for a safe, neat base.
Key Responsibilities: Soil prep & planting; bed maintenance (fertilise, irrigate, weed, prune); mow & edge; litter/waste removal; load/unload equipment; general terrain upkeep.
Requirements & Skills: ABET; health & safety awareness; operate basic garden tools/machinery; teamwork; endurance.

13) Switchboard Operator — AFB Mobile Deployment Wing

Ref: MDW 01/42/25/01/A • Salary: R193 359 – R227 766 (Level 04) • Posts: X3
Overview: Operate the base’s automatic telephone switchboard and provide professional call handling & records.
Key Responsibilities: Receive/route calls; keep private-call records; maintain security register; update telephone directories; arrange installs/moves; report & expedite faults; train relief staff; supervise where required.
Requirements & Skills: Grade 12 (NQF 4); prior switchboard exposure advantageous; excellent telephone etiquette; English fluency; tact & discretion; ability to sit for long periods; work under pressure/OT.

14) Switchboard Operator — SA Air Force College, Thaba Tshwane

Ref: SAAFCOL/01/42/25/3C • Salary: R193 359 – R227 766 (Level 04) • Posts: X2
Overview: Provide courteous, efficient switchboard services to the college community.
Key Responsibilities: Route calls; maintain directories & security registers; manage repairs; recover private-call costs; train/relieve operators; supervise subordinates.
Requirements & Skills: Grade 12 (NQF 4); strong telephone etiquette; clear verbal & non-verbal communication; switchboard know-how.

Remuneration & Benefits

Salaries per Public Service scales (listed above) plus benefits as applicable. Successful candidates will serve a 12-month probation.

Employment Equity

The Department aims to promote representivity (race, gender, disability). Women and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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