Apply for Personnel Official at 3 South African Infantry Battalion, Kimberley. Manage HR administration, recruitment, and personnel records. Closing 12 Dec 2025.

Ref No: 3SAIBN/02/43/25/4
Closing Date: 12 December 2025

About the Opportunity (Personnel Official)

The Department of Defence invites applications for the position of Personnel Official: Production at the 3 South African Infantry Battalion in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role involves human resource administration and support services within the battalion, including recruitment, personnel records management, and conditions of service.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer, promoting race, gender, and disability equity in line with its Employment Equity Plan.

Salary

R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Appointment is subject to signing a 12-month probationary contract and performance agreement.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent
• No prior experience required
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Knowledge of Public Service Act Personnel (PSAP) administration
  • Understanding of HR prescripts and legislative framework
  • Proficiency in English (written and verbal)
  • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Computer literacy (MS Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement HR administration practices including recruitment, selection, appointments, and transfers
• Verify qualifications, maintain personnel records, and manage HR documentation
• Provide secretariat support and assist with HR-related interviews
• Implement conditions of employment including leave, housing, medical aid, medal awards, and pensions
• File documents, type correspondence, and address HR enquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel records

How to Apply for Personnel Official Vacancy

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form along with a detailed CV including full particulars of training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge, and experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and related documents.

Submission Options

• Postal:
  Department of Defence
  3 South African Infantry Battalion
  Private Bag X5056, Midlands, 8325
• Hand Delivery:
  3 South African Infantry Battalion
  Private Bag X5056, Midlands
• Email:
  3saibn@dod.mil.za

Important Notes

• Applications received after 12 December 2025 will not be considered
• Photocopies, faxed, or incorrect Z83 forms will be disqualified
• Multiple applications require separate Z83 forms
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo pre-entry practical and ethical assessments
• Successful candidates will undergo personnel suitability and security clearance checks
• Applicants who do not receive feedback within 3 months should consider their application unsuccessful
• The Department reserves the right not to fill the post

Enquiries

• 2Lt T. Thejane – Tel: 053 830 3528
• WO1 D.D. Arries – Tel: 053 830 3527

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment promotes representivity in line with the Department of Defence’s Employment Equity Plan.

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