Department of Defence Vacancies 2026 – Western Cape, South Africa

The South African Department of Defence is inviting applications for multiple human resource and administrative positions in the Western Cape. These posts are re-advertisements, and applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.

📅 Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 16:00
📍 Location: Western Cape Office, Simons’ Town
📝 Application Form: Prescribed Z83 form available at any Public Service office or online at DPSA Website.

Available Positions

1. Personnel Official: Supervisor

• Reference Number: DCMWC/04/07/26/01
• Salary: R325,101 – R382,959 per annum (Level 7)
• Requirements:
  • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
  • Minimum 3 years relevant experience in HR
  • Knowledge of PERSOL/PERSAL system an advantage
  • Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong communication, client service, and problem-solving skills
• Key Duties:
  • Supervise personnel and provide advisory services
  • Support PSAP staffing and implement HR interventions
  • Manage performance management initiatives
• Application Contact: Ms T.G. Williams – 021 787 4188 | tammi.williams@dod.mil.za

2. Personnel Official: Production

• Reference Number: DCMWC/04/07/26/02
• Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum (Level 5)
• Requirements:
  • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
  • Experience in HR an advantage
  • Knowledge of Persal/Persol and MS Office
• Key Duties:
  • Administer personnel utilisation and performance audits
  • Provide advisory services to clients
  • Support salary and HR compliance audits
• Application Contact: Ms T.G. Williams – 021 787 4188 | tammi.williams@dod.mil.za

3. Administration Clerk: Production

• Reference Number: DCMWC/04/07/26/03
• Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum (Level 5)
• Requirements:
  • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
  • HR experience preferred
  • Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word)
  • Knowledge of Persal/Persol system
• Key Duties:
  • Provide reception and administrative support
  • Manage office equipment, supplies, and leave administration
  • Coordinate duty travel and maintain office records
• Application Contact: Ms T.G. Williams – 021 787 4188 | tammi.williams@dod.mil.za

ENQUIRIES : Ms T.G. Williams, Tel No: 021 787 4188 
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Human Resource Career Management PSAP (Western Cape Office), Private Bag X 1, Simons’ Town, 7995 or hand deliver to George Street, Simons’ Town, 7995 or email to tammi.williams@dod.mil.za

How to Apply

1. Complete the prescribed Z83 form for each post applied for.
2. Attach a detailed CV with full training, qualifications, competencies, and experience.
3. Submit original, signed forms—no faxed or photocopied applications accepted.
4. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of qualifications (not older than six months).
5. Applications must reach the Western Cape Office, Simons’ Town, by the closing date.

Note: Successful candidates will undergo security clearance, criminal and financial checks, and pre-entry assessments.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salaries up to R382,959 per year
• Career growth in the South African Department of Defence
• Opportunity to contribute to national security and HR management

For official forms and more information, visit the DPSA Vacancy Portal.

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