The Department of Defence, through the South African Military Health Service, is inviting applications for a Handyman position at the Area Military Health Unit Gauteng in Pretoria.

This opportunity is suitable for applicants with an ABET Level 4 qualification and up to six months of relevant experience.

Position Details

• Job Title: Handyman
• Reference Number: SG 01/24/26/17
• Post Number: 24/28
• Department: Department of Defence
• Centre: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria
• Salary: R170,226 – R200,523 per annum
• Salary Level: Level 03
• Closing Date: 24 July 2026 at 16:00

Job Overview

The successful candidate will help maintain the military health unit by performing minor repairs, inspecting facilities, looking after maintenance equipment and assisting with general grounds and refuse duties.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A minimum ABET Level 4 qualification.
• Between 0 and 6 months of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Basic knowledge of occupational health and safety.
• Knowledge of maintenance tools and equipment.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Punctuality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

-Conduct regular inspections of the unit.

-Attend to minor electrical problems.

-Perform minor plumbing repairs.

-Carry out basic carpentry work.

-Maintain office equipment and furniture.

-Repair broken furniture and equipment.

-Report defects requiring further attention.

-Safeguard maintenance tools and supplies.

-Load and unload equipment and other materials.

-Remove refuse from the premises.

-Load refuse onto trucks for transportation to disposal sites.

-Maintain cleanliness and neatness around the unit.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

• A fully completed new Z83 Application Form.
• A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae.

The Z83 form must be:

• Originally signed.
• Dated by the applicant.
• Completed using the version effective from 1 January 2021.
• Marked with the correct job title and reference number.

Do not attach certified documents when applying

At the initial application stage, submit only the Z83 form and detailed CV.

Do not attach certified copies of:

• Your identity document.
• Qualifications.
• Other supporting documents.

Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified documents. These certified copies must not be older than six months.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted directly through the employer’s official recruitment platform before the closing date.

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