CLOSING DATE : 27 December 2023 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies
will not be considered).
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any
Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA. Should an application be
received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified,
which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be
accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training,
qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience). Only shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other
related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older
than six months. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in
applications being disqualified. Applicants applying for more than one post must
submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in
respect of each post being applied for. If an applicant wishes to withdraw an
application it must be done in writing. Should an application be received where an
applicant applies for more than one post on the same applications form, the
application will only be considered for the first post indicated on the application and
not for any of the other posts. Under no circumstances will photostat copies or
faxed copies of application documents be accepted. The successful candidates
will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship &
financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification).
Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months
after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the
large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be
acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated
in the post details. Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for the
period of twelve (12) months in terms of the prescribed rules.
OTHER POSTS
POST 44/01 : CONTROL GISc TECHNICIAN GRADE A HYDROGRAPHY DATABASE
MANAGEMENT: HYD DB MAN REF NO: NAVAL/52/44/23/01
SALARY : Grade A: R499 275 – R570 657 per annum
CENTRE : Fleet Command HQ: SA Navy Hydrographic Office, Tokai
REQUIREMENTS : Diploma in Geomatics (GISc), Cartography or Relevant Qualification. 6 Years post
qualification GISc Technician experience. Compulsory registration with Relevant
Professional Council. Valid Driver’s License. Special Requirements (Skills
needed): Language proficiency in English (verbal and written). Communication
skills at all levels. Registration and experience within the Marine Cartography
environment would be an advantage. Working knowledge on Geo-database
implementation. Knowledge on GIS software applications. Advanced
understanding of GIS applications and spatial data. An in-depth knowledge of
theory, standards, principles and practices of GIS and cartography. Analytical,
problem solving, planning, organising and decision making skills. Ability to manage
production personnel and exercise the Departmental disciplinary system. Good
interpersonal skills. Ability to coach and mentor subordinates. Computer literate in
MS Office Suite. Advanced computer skills and the ability to conduct presentations
using supporting software and hardware. Project Management skills. Excellent
report writing skills and the ability to compile complex reports. The ability to chair
Forums. Basic understanding of technologies, such as GPS, photogrammetry and
remote sensing. Travel nationally and internationally when necessary.
DUTIES : Establish and maintain the Work Unit’s Operational Business Framework. Manage
and maintain the Hydrographic Digital Databases and provide Hydrographic Digital
Dataset Services. Develop and maintain Work Unit Performance Monitoring
Systems. Provide direction to the Work Unit’s Functional Area(s). Manage Work
Unit day-to-day.
ENQUIRIES : Mr A. van Craeynest Tel No: (021) 787 2276
APPLICATIONS : Ms A.M. Kau-Tsoanyane, SA Navy, Private Bag X1, Simon’s Town, 7995. Hand
Deliver: SA Navy, Cole Point Reception, St George’s Street, Simon’s Town.
NOTE : Statutory Requirements Apply: Current Compulsory Registration as a GISc
Technician with Relevant Professional Council.
POST 44/02 : ARTISAN CHIEF GRADE A: ELECTRONIC MAINTENANCE: ANTENNA
MAINTAINER REF NO: NAVAL/52/44/23/09
SALARY : Grade A: R434 787 – R494 619 per annum
CENTRE : Fleet Command HQ: Radio Station Goedverwacht, Durbanville
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. 10 Years Post Qualification Experience as an
Artisan / Artisan Foreman. Valid Driver’s License. Special Requirements (Skills
needed): Extensive experience in climbing high installations. Ability to maintain
and repair all Naval telecommunications network land based antennas. Lifting and
rigging gear, to enable an efficient and reliable communication service for the
South African Navy amongst others. Perform repair and maintenance on top of
150 meter high masts and other high installations. Extensive experience in /
exposure to High Power Antenna Transmitters / RF will be an advantage.
Leadership-, supervision-, and management skills. Analytical thinking, strength of
materials, as well as, Maintenance and Repair planning skills. Proficiency in MS
Office Suite. Proven ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in
English, at all levels. Ability to compile technical reports. Ability to read technical
drawing and schematics. Knowledge of Legal compliance. Knowledge of Health
and Safety regulations.
DUTIES : Maintaining and repairing antennas. Maintaining lifting and safety gear.
Refurbishing antennas. Communicating with contractors, as well as subordinates.
Maintenance / repair, planning and execution as per maintenance schedules.
Performing additional tasks not included in the Job Description. Conduct
Performance Appraisals of sub-ordinates and steering progress meetings as Head
of Section.
ENQUIRIES : Mr RJ Cameron Tel No: (021) 787 2480
APPLICATIONS : Ms A.M. Kau-Tsoanyane, SA Navy, Private Bag X1, Simon’s Town, 7995. Hand
Deliver: SA Navy, Cole Point Reception, St George’s Street, Simon’s Town.
NOTE : Statutory Requirements Apply (Appropriate Trade Test). Own transport required.
Able to work in an underground location with mechanical air and lighting, and climb
high installations. Member will be required to perform standby 24hrs call out duties
for emergency repairs (days, night, weekends and public holidays).
POST 44/03 : ARTISAN CHIEF GRADE A: MECHANICAL: SO1: MECHANICAL REF NO:
NAVAL/52/44/23/10
SALARY : Grade A: R434 787 – R494 619 per annum
CENTRE : Fleet Command HQ: Technical Upkeep Section, Simon’s Town
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. 10 Years Post Qualification Experience as an
Artisan / Artisan Foreman. Valid Driver’s License. Skills needed: Project
Management, Supervisory, Management, Contract Management and Financial
management knowledge and experience. Extensive knowledge of Public Service
and Finance framework and relevant administrative procedures, including norms
and standards Knowledge of Legal compliance. Ability to communicate effectively
(written & verbal) in English at all levels. Technical report writing, Technical
consulting and self-management. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly MS
Excel and MS Word. Advanced analytical thinking skills. Research, policy
interpretation, problem solving and decision-making skills. Leadership,
