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Hiring Now | General Maintenance | Level 3 | Area Military Health Unit Gauteng

The Department of Defence (DOD), through the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS), has announced an open entry-level vacancy for a dedicated Handyman (Salary Level 03) at the Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, located in Pretoria. This position is focused on executing general facility care, preventive infrastructure monitoring, and essential manual repairs to preserve the operational standards of state military health facilities.

This post offers a structured, stable opportunity within the public service sector for individuals holding an ABET Level 4 qualification with minimal practical experience (0 to 6 months). If you possess basic hands-on maintenance skills, work well within structured teams, and are highly punctual, ensure your complete Z83 application is submitted to the Gezina or Rietondale HR office before the closing date.

Post Overview & Compensation

Detail Recruitment & Operational Parameters
Job Title Handyman
Post Reference POST 24/29 (Sequence Continued)
Ref No SG 01/24/26/17
Salary Scale R170 226 – R200 523 per annum
Salary Level Level 03
Centre Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria
Employment Type Permanent Public Service Appointment

Core Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will handle a varied portfolio of general repairs, routine site inspections, and physical terrain cleaning tasks to ensure the upkeep of military health buildings and grounds:

Structural Maintenance & Routine Inspections

  • Conduct regular unit inspections across facilities to actively identify infrastructure wear, safety risks, and physical defects.

  • Attend to minor electrical problems, including replacing blown light bulbs, securing basic fixtures, and reporting major faults to regional engineering teams.

  • Resolve minor plumbing issues, such as unblocking drains, fixing leaking taps, and keeping washrooms fully functional.

  • Handle minor carpentry work, including fixing doors, adjusting hinges, and aligning window frames.

  • Maintain and repair broken office equipment and furniture, extending the lifespan of state property.

  • Report major structural defects and safety issues promptly to supervisors for formal technical intervention.

  • Ensure the safekeeping of maintenance tools, diagnostic kits, and workshop supplies, keeping inventory safe from loss or misuse.

Terrain Upkeep & Ground Management

  • Load and unload various items, equipment, building materials, and physical components required for maintenance projects across the facility grounds.

  • Remove refuse and waste products systematically from the unit’s immediate terrain to keep the area hygienic.

  • Load waste material onto transport trucks for formal relocation to municipal dumps, or burn refuse safely within designated, compliant zones.

  • Maintain the general neatness and structural cleanliness of all open unit pathways, workshop spaces, and courtyard areas.

Minimum Appointment Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following institutional criteria to be eligible for shortlisting:

  • Educational Qualifications: A minimum of an Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET Level 4) qualification or an equivalent structural schooling certificate.

  • Work Experience: Between 0 to 6 months of relevant experience in structural repairs, general maintenance, or building caretaker duties.

  • Language Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and follow operational instructions in English (verbal).

  • Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of occupational health and safety protocols and proper handling of common manual and electrical maintenance tools.

  • Interpersonal Attributes: Excellent interpersonal relations, a reliable team player mindset, and consistent everyday punctuality.

  • Legal Conditions: Must be a South African citizen with a clean criminal record. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a standard security clearance process.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using the designated channels provided for the Gauteng region.

Required Application Package

  1. A fully completed, signed, and dated New Z83 Application Form (effective from 1 January 2021, available at any government office or online via the DPSA website).

  2. Ensure the form clearly lists the correct job title (Handyman) and reference number (SG 01/24/26/17).

  3. A detailed, up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting your educational history, practical skills, and any previous general work history.

  4. Note: Certified copies of your ID and qualifications do not need to be attached on the day of application but must be presented by shortlisted candidates during the interview process.

Submission Addresses

Applicants can choose to submit their application package via post, hand delivery, or official email:

  • Postal Address: Department of Defence, Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Private Bag X02, Gezina, 0031.

  • Hand Delivery Address: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, 185 Rose Street, Rietondale, Pretoria.

  • Email Submission: Amhu.gauteng@dod.mil.za

Critical Application Contact

For any technical job clarity, operational inquiries, or application verification, contact the designated unit command representative:

  • Enquiries: WO2 H.P. De Beer — Tel No: (012) 314 3145

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