Department of Defence Administration Clerk Vacancies: Grade 12 Accepted
Department of Defence Administration Clerk Vacancies: Grade 12 Accepted
The Department of Defence is inviting applications for Administration Clerk (Production) vacancies within the South African Navy. These posts are suitable for applicants who have Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification, and the good news is that no previous work experience is required.
Successful candidates will earn a salary of R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, which is listed as Level 05. The available posts are based in different SA Navy centres, including Gordon’s Bay, Simon’s Town, Muizenberg, Pretoria and Goodwood.
The closing date for applications is 17 July 2026.
Job Overview
Position: Administration Clerk (Production)
Department: Department of Defence / SA Navy
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum
Level: 05
Qualification Required: Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 or equivalent
Experience: No experience required
Closing Date: 17 July 2026
Available Administration Clerk Posts
| Reference Number | Centre |
|---|---|
| NAVAL/20/23/26/04 | SA Naval College, Gordon’s Bay |
| NAVAL/20/23/26/05 | Naval Staff College, Silvermine / Muizenberg |
| NAVAL/20/23/26/06 | SA Navy Headquarters, Pretoria |
| NAVAL/20/23/26/07 | SA Naval Publications Unit, Simon’s Town |
| NAVAL/20/23/26/08 | SA Naval Publications Unit, Simon’s Town |
| NAVAL/20/23/26/09 | SAS Simonsberg, Simon’s Town |
| NAVAL/20/23/26/10 | SAS Wingfield, Wingfield Military Base, Goodwood |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12, NQF Level 4 or an equivalent qualification.
- Computer literacy, especially MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint where required.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Planning, organising and general administration skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good interpersonal, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
Depending on the post, exposure to office administration, technical environments, logistics, media centre work, graphic design, digital photography, Adobe applications, CorelDraw, Photoshop, procurement or petty cash processes may be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful applicants will assist with general administration and clerical support within SA Navy units. Duties may include:
- Performing routine office administration duties.
- Handling correspondence, documents, registers and filing systems.
- Managing incoming and outgoing mail, calls and general enquiries.
- Capturing, updating and maintaining records and databases.
- Assisting with training administration, certificates and qualification records.
- Managing job cards, reports, work statistics and office documentation.
- Supporting procurement, petty cash, stationery and office supply processes.
- Assisting with meeting arrangements, typing and secretarial duties.
- Handling confidential or classified information according to official procedures.
- Supporting media, publication, printing, archiving and training-material production where required.
How to Apply
Applicants must quote the correct reference number for the post they are applying for.
For most Western Cape SA Navy posts, applications can be sent to:
Mr J. Stander
SA Navy
Private Bag X1
Simon’s Town
7995
Hand delivery:
Fleet Command HQ, Building 1097
East Dockyard, St George’s Street
Simon’s Town
Email: psapstaffing@sanavy.co.za
For the Pretoria post, use:
WO2 W.M. Simango
SA Navy Headquarters
Private Bag X104
Pretoria
0001
Hand delivery:
SA Navy Headquarters
224 Visagie Street
Pretoria
0001
Email: ssoncm@sanavy.co.za
For attention: Ms T.C. Sibaya
Enquiries
- NAVAL/20/23/26/04: CPO T.A. Ramugumo – 021 787 2408
- NAVAL/20/23/26/05: Cdr T.J. Kolobe – 081 475 0712
- NAVAL/20/23/26/06: Ms T.C. Sibaya – 012 339 4185 / 4186
- NAVAL/20/23/26/07: WO1 R.P. Hughes – 021 787 3205
- NAVAL/20/23/26/08: WO2 M. Venter – 021 787 3326 / 3327
- NAVAL/20/23/26/09: SWO D.H.L. Norris – 021 787 4769
- NAVAL/20/23/26/10: Mr B. Gambushe – 021 590 2620 / SWO A.D. Gwayi – 021 590 2853
Closing Date
Applications must be submitted before or on 17 July 2026. Late applications may not be considered, so applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
