Department of Defence General Store Assistant Vacancies: ABET Applicants Can Apply
Department of Defence General Store Assistant Vacancies: ABET Applicants Can Apply
The Department of Defence is inviting suitably qualified South African job seekers to apply for General Store Assistant vacancies at different South African Military Health Service facilities.
These are entry-level government jobs suitable for applicants with a minimum ABET qualification. No previous work experience is required.
Successful candidates will earn between R144 024 and R169 656 per annum on Salary Level 02. Vacancies are available in Pretoria, Kimberley and Potchefstroom.
The closing date for applications is 24 July 2026.
Department of Defence General Store Assistant Vacancies Overview
- Job title: General Store Assistant
- Department: Department of Defence
- Division: South African Military Health Service
- Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum
- Salary level: Level 02
- Minimum qualification: ABET qualification
- Experience: No experience required
- Locations: Pretoria, Kimberley and Potchefstroom
- Closing date: 24 July 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum ABET qualification.
- No previous work experience is required.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good numerical skills.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Willingness to perform general store duties.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Providing an effective service relating to store equipment.
- Receiving equipment and goods.
- Checking that all goods are received correctly and in good condition.
- Completing registers for equipment received and issued.
- Maintaining accurate store records.
- Following the prescribed fire order, including DD19 requirements.
- Being familiar with the use of fire-extinguishing equipment.
- Performing additional store-related duties as instructed.
Available General Store Assistant Posts
General Store Assistant – Gauteng
Reference number: SG 01/24/26/27
Centre: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum, Level 02
Enquiries
WO2 H.P. De Beer
Telephone: (012) 314 3145
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by post, hand delivery or email.
Postal address:
Department of Defence
Area Military Health Unit Gauteng
Private Bag X02
Gezina
0031
Hand-delivery address:
185 Rose Street
Rietondale
Pretoria
Email address:
Applicants must quote reference number SG 01/24/26/27 in their applications.
General Store Assistant – Northern Cape
Post number: 24/39
Reference number: SG 01/24/26/28
Centre: Area Military Health Unit Northern Cape, Kimberley
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum, Level 02
Enquiries
Major L.D. Masalisa
Telephone: (053) 830 3225
Lieutenant Colonel J.A. Laufs
Telephone: (053) 830 3071
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by post, hand delivery or email.
Postal address:
Department of Defence
South African Military Health Service
Area Military Health Unit Northern Cape
Private Bag X5056
Kimberley
8301
Hand-delivery address:
Florence Street
Diskobolos
Kimberley
8325
Email address:
Applicants must quote reference number SG 01/24/26/28 in their applications.
General Store Assistant – North West
Post number: 24/40
Reference number: SG 01/24/26/29
Centre: Area Military Health Unit North West, Potchefstroom
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum, Level 02
Enquiries
Major S.I. Legoete
Telephone: (018) 289 1305
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by post, hand delivery or email.
Postal address:
Department of Defence
Area Military Health Unit North West
Human Resource Office
Private Bag X2011
Noorbrug
Potchefstroom
2351
Hand-delivery address:
Gen Koos de la Rey Road
Potchefstroom
2351
Email address:
Applicants must quote reference number SG 01/24/26/29 in their applications.
General Store Assistant – Military Health Training Formation
Post number: 24/41
Reference number: SG 01/24/26/30
Centre: Military Health Training Formation Headquarters, Pretoria
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum, Level 02
Enquiries
Major A.V. Teka or WO2 M.M. Motjopi
Telephone: (012) 674 6125 or (012) 674 6221
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by post, hand delivery or email.
Postal address:
Department of Defence
South African Military Health Service
Human Resource Service Department
Military Health Training Formation
Private Bag X1022
Thaba Tshwane
0143
Hand-delivery address:
Military Health Training Formation
09 Voortrekker Road
Thaba Tshwane
Pretoria
Email address:
Applicants must quote reference number SG 01/24/26/30 in their applications.
Important Application Information
Applicants should ensure that they use the correct reference number and application address for the post they are applying for.
Candidates applying for more than one position should submit a separate application for each reference number.
Before submitting your application:
- Make sure the correct reference number is included.
- Check that your contact information is accurate.
- Use the email or physical address allocated to the relevant post.
- Ensure that your application is complete.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
- Keep proof of submission.
Applications sent to the wrong email address or office may not be considered.
Closing Date
The closing date for all the Department of Defence General Store Assistant vacancies is:
24 July 2026
Late applications may not be accepted. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.
Why You Should Apply
These Department of Defence vacancies provide an opportunity for entry-level job seekers to gain practical experience in government store operations.
Because no previous experience is required, the positions may be suitable for applicants who have completed an ABET qualification and want to enter the public service.
Successful candidates will gain experience in receiving and issuing equipment, maintaining store records, following safety procedures and supporting the daily operations of a military health facility.
