Hiring Now | Supply Chain & Store Administration | Level 2 | 4 Vacancies in Pretoria, Kimberley & Potchefstroom

The Department of Defence (DOD), via the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS), has officially released an application call for entry-level logistics support positions for General Store Assistants (Salary Level 02). These strategic vacancies are distributed across key military training wings, provincial medical logistics nodes, and training formations located in Pretoria (Gauteng), Kimberley (Northern Cape), and Potchefstroom (North West). The primary mandate of these positions is to provide efficient, productive service regarding the handling, receipt, safety management, and accurate logging of physical store equipment and incoming inventory shipments.

These public service roles require a minimum of an ABET qualification and require no previous formal work experience, making them an outstanding entry gateway into state supply chain and warehouse administration. If you have solid basic numerical skills, clear communication abilities, and an eye for organizational safety, ensure you submit your new Z83 application before the closing date.

Post Overview & Regional Distribution

Post Details	Reference Details & Remuneration	Workplace Centres & Enquiries
POST 24/38	Ref No: SG 01/24/26/27 Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum Level: 02	Centre: Area Military Health Unit Gauteng, Pretoria Enquiries: WO2 H.P. De Beer — Tel: (012) 314 3145
POST 24/39	Ref No: SG 01/24/26/28 Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum Level: 02	Centre: Area Military Health Unit Northern Cape, Kimberley Enquiries: Maj L.D. Masalisa / Lt Col J.A. Laufs — Tel: (053) 830 3225 / 3071
POST 24/40	Ref No: SG 01/24/26/29 Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum Level: 02	Centre: Area Military Health Unit North West, Potchefstroom Enquiries: Maj S.I. Legoete — Tel: (018) 289 1305
POST 24/41	Ref No: SG 01/24/26/30 Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum Level: 02	Centre: Military Health Training Formation HQ, Pretoria Enquiries: Maj A.V. Teka / WO2 M.M. Motjopi — Tel: (012) 674 6125/6221

Core Duties & Responsibilities

The functional outputs and material handling parameters required across all four advertised General Store Assistant positions are standardized as follows:

Inventory Receipt & Quality Assurance

• Provide an active and productive service regarding all institutional store equipment, tools, and operational packages.

• Ensure that all incoming equipment, parcels, or physical goods are received correctly, verified against internal shipping manifests, and checked to ensure they are in completely undamaged, good condition.

• Inspect incoming warehouse freight systematically to identify and isolate discrepancies, short-shipments, or hardware defects before formal distribution.

Store Administration & Bookkeeping

• Complete and update structural store registers and tracking logs meticulously for all equipment formalised as received or issued out to regional military units.

• Track stock levels and balances continuously, utilizing basic arithmetic to keep item tallies matching physical inventory holdings.

• Execute all ad hoc store administration tasks, manual sorting workflows, and general workspace relocation jobs as issued by unit command orders.

Warehouse Safety & Risk Management

• Become thoroughly familiar with the prescribed military Fire Order (DD19) protocols established for institutional storehouses.

• Maintain complete operational familiarity with the handling and correct deployment of fire extinguishing apparatus and disaster prevention equipment located within the storage facility.

• Maintain immaculate order, cleanliness, and clear hazard-free walkways inside the storage depot to ensure adherence to general health and safety standards.

Minimum Appointment Requirements

Candidates must satisfy the following organizational criteria on the day of application to be considered for shortlisting:

• Educational Profile: A minimum of an Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) qualification or an equivalent basic schooling layout.

• Work Experience: Entry level — no prior formal logistics or retail store experience is required. Comprehensive procedural orientation is provided on-site.

• Numerical Competency: Good basic numerical skills required to safely tally stock quantities, cross-reference serial logs, and maintain inventory registers.

• Communication Skills: Sound communication skills (both verbal and written) along with cooperative interpersonal traits.

• Legal Conditions: Must be a South African citizen with an authentic identity document and a completely clear criminal record verified through standard vetting.

How to Apply

A unique and separate New Z83 Application Form must be thoroughly filled out and signed for each individual post you choose to apply for.

Essential Documentation Checklist

1. A fully completed, signed, and dated New Z83 Form (effective 1 January 2021). The job title (General Store Assistant) and specific reference number (e.g., SG 01/24/26/27) must be written clearly.

2. A comprehensive, updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) displaying your schooling history, personal details, and reachable phone numbers.

3. Note: Certified copies of educational profiles or identity documentation do not need to be attached for initial application screening. Shortlisted candidates will be requested to bring certified documents on the day of the interview.

Submission Methods & Addresses by Centre

1. Area Military Health Unit Gauteng (Pretoria / Rietondale)

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

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

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

2. Area Military Health Unit Northern Cape (Kimberley)

• Postal Route: Department of Defence, South African Military Health Service, AMHU NC, Kimberley, Private Bag X5056, Kimberley, 8301.

• Hand Delivery: AMHU NC, Florence Street, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8325.

• Email Applications: Lorna.masalisa@dod.mil.za

3. Area Military Health Unit North West (Potchefstroom)

• Postal Route: Department of Defence, Area Military Health Unit North West, Human Resource Office, Private Bag X2011, Noorbrug, Potchefstroom, 2351.

• Hand Delivery: AMHU North West, Gen Koos de la Rey Road, Potchefstroom, 2351.

• Email Applications: Sehularo.Legoete@dod.mil.za

4. Military Health Training Formation HQ (Thaba Tshwane / Pretoria)

• Postal Route: Department Defence, South African Military Health Service, Human Resource Service Department, Military Health Training Formation, Private Bag X1022, Thaba Tshwane, 0143.

• Hand Delivery: Military Health Training Formation, 09 Voortrekker Road, Thaba Tshwane, Pretoria.

• Email Applications: Andisa.Teka@dod.mil.za

Find More Public Sector Positions

Looking to explore alternative warehouse careers, access public sector general openings, or download the latest official Z83 templates? Use the career channels below:

• ✅ Browse Logistics Assistant & Store Jobs in South Africa

• ✅ View Latest Department of Defence (DOD) Openings

• ✅ Download Official New Z83 Government Application Forms