Department of Defence Vacancies: Store Assistant Opportunities at AFB Waterkloof & 68 Air School (Multiple Posts Available!)
Location: Pretoria
Job Type Classification: Permanent
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Salary: R
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If you’ve been waiting for a solid entry-level opportunity within the South African Department of Defence, this is your moment. Two major Air Force units — Air Force Base Waterkloof and 68 Air School — have opened applications for Store Assistant positions. With a total of five posts available, accessible requirements, and a chance to begin or grow your career in the defence environment, these vacancies offer stability, benefits, and genuine development potential.
🔹 Overview of the Available Positions
1️⃣ POST 42/34: Store Assistant (X2 Posts)
Reference: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/10
Location: Air Force Base Waterkloof, Pretoria
Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 02)
2️⃣ POST 42/36: Store Assistant (X3 Posts)
Reference: 68AIRSCHL/01/42/25/04D
Location: 68 Air School, Pretoria
Salary: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 02)
Both centres offer the same salary range and share similar duties and requirements, meaning applicants can apply with confidence to either or both posts.
📝 Minimum Requirements (Both Centres)
These roles are intentionally designed to be accessible to a wide range of applicants. The Department requires:
- A minimum of an ABET qualification.
- No working experience is required.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Basic numerical skills, essential for handling stock and registers.
- An eye for detail, especially when receiving and issuing equipment.
- Ability to work responsibly within a structured military environment.
These posts are perfect for first-time job seekers or individuals wanting to transition into government service.
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🔧 Duties & Responsibilities
Store Assistants across both centres will carry out the following tasks:
1. Equipment & Goods Handling
You will ensure that all equipment and goods entering or leaving the store are received correctly, inspected, and recorded properly. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
2. Register Management
You must be able to complete registers for all equipment issued and received. Accurate record-keeping keeps the store functioning smoothly.
3. Fire Safety
You must be familiar with:
- The prescribed Fire Order (DD19), and
- The use of fire extinguishing apparatus.
This ensures the store remains compliant with safety regulations.
4. Ad Hoc Store Tasks
Assist with any additional tasks issued by supervisors. These fall within reasonable store-related duties and support daily operations.
📮 How to Apply
AFB Waterkloof (POST 42/34)
Submit your application to:
📬 P.O. Box X1001, Lyttleton, 0140
Or deliver to Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10), 378 JR, Centurion
Or email: afbwklfhr@dod.mil.za
68 Air School (POST 42/36)
Submit your application to:
📬 Private Bag X15088, Lyttelton, 0140
Or deliver to Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion
Or email: oc68airschool@dod.mil.za
Employment Equity Note
Filling these posts at 68 Air School aligns with the Department’s Employment Equity plan and representivity targets.
📅 Closing Date & Application Rules (Important!)
All applications must be submitted before 28 November 2025. Late applications or faxed copies will not be accepted.
✔️ Summary of Application Rules
- You must use the correct Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021).
- Z83 must be signed and dated, and accompanied by a detailed CV only.
- Shortlisted candidates will later submit certified copies (not older than 6 months).
- If you apply for more than one post, submit separate Z83 forms for each.
- If multiple posts are listed on one form, only the first one will be considered.
- No photocopied, faxed, or incorrect documents accepted.
- Successful applicants undergo full Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship, financial records, qualification verification, employment history).
- Shortlisted candidates will also complete two assessments — one practical and one ethical.
- If you don’t receive feedback within three months, your application was unsuccessful.
- Successful candidates will serve a 12-month probation period.